Important Information on Effective K-12 School Security
Metal Detectors in Schools
In the wake of a mass shooting at its high school, the Santa Fe Independent School District in Texas was faced with a need to upgrade a security plan that was already compliant and robust. Here is how they did it.
Santa Fe ISD officials, faculty, parents, and students share details of their work to upgrade their security plan. The result was a totally comprehensive, integrated plan for preventing weapons from entering their schools.
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This second video in the Santa Fe ISD case study provides a detailed look into how the district implemented security checkpoints including metal detectors into its school safety programs.
This third video in the Santa Fe ISD case study addresses how the district proactively communicated its new security plans. Sections of focus include: digital communication tools; parent/superintendent advisory groups; staff training; and crisis communication tips.
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Recommended Security Metal Detector Products
Garrett Multi Zone – For powerful, budget-friendly checkpoint security, the Multi Zone can’t be beat. The Multi Zone is easy to use alone or in groups, and its flexible settings and standard internal power supply mean your security team won’t be caught off guard by a special event or power outage.
Garrett Super Scanner V – Garrett’s Super Scanner V is the global standard for hand-held metal detectors, and has proven its dependability and precision in many contexts. Weapons, vape pens, and other metallic contraband are quickly and reliably discovered when the Super Scanner V gets involved.
Garrett SmartScan – When a pandemic struck the world in 2020, schools learned to see the health of students in the classroom in a new light. Now, Garrett’s SmartScan helps ensure that healthy students and staff feel comfortable in class while feverish students are identified.
Other School Security Resources
Myths and Misunderstandings
The truth about common questions on metal detectors in school settings.
K-12 White Paper
Extended 10-page verison of a metal detector implementation white paper on Santa Fe ISD.
Condensed K-12 White Paper
Condensed 4-page verison of a metal detector implementation white paper on Santa Fe ISD.
Keep Your School Safe
Efficient, Effective Security Screening Solutions
CEO's Message
A letter from Garrett CEO Steve Novakovich to Texas educators.
SmartScan Message
A letter from Garrett CEO Steve Novakovich on Funding opportunities for SmartScan in TX schools
