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    Security Update – September 10, 2024 Committee of the Whole Meeting

     

    The following improvements are in addition to the student services, supports and well-being protocols that are already in place. 


    Security Improvements Made since 2022

    • Security Film on Exterior Glass

    • Exterior Card Readers 

    • Hallway Card Readers

    • Classroom Card Readers

    • Enhanced Security Cameras

    • Security Operations Center - (Camera Room)

    • Visitor Weapons Detections Systems - (WDS are setup at the main entrances after student arrival for visitors and late student arrivals)

    • Support of clubs for students in no club or sport   

    • Enhanced Tip Line

    • Devices for Emergency Communications to Substitute Teachers 

    • Restorative Centers at each building to focus on de-escalation strategies for students 

    • Reinforcing school values through evidenced-based social and emotional learning curriculum

    Future Enhancement

    • K9 Weapons Detection Teams

      • One K9 team per school

      • Risk mitigated: Deters individuals from bringing firearms into District 113 facilities.  Also, detects firearms that have been brought into the building by providing continual surveillance.