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School threats prompt lockdowns, arrests in Houston and across the country
Read full article: School threats prompt lockdowns, arrests in Houston and across the countryA recent increase of threats against schools in the Houston area and nationwide has prompted lockdowns, arrests, and increased security measures.
Klein YOUniversity: School district offers new resource to share information between parents, students and teachers
Read full article: Klein YOUniversity: School district offers new resource to share information between parents, students and teachersKlein ISD launches new resource to enhance partnerships with parents and students focusing on campus safety, digital safety, and new training for staff and police. #BackToSchool #Education #CommunitySafety
Mother says Klein ISD took over an hour to tell her that her 7-year-old autistic son wandered off campus
Read full article: Mother says Klein ISD took over an hour to tell her that her 7-year-old autistic son wandered off campusEmily Ortiz tells KPRC 2/s Rilwan Balogun that it took the school more than an hour to tell her they were looking for her son.
Security guards at Katy ISD will now carry guns; Does this make you feel safer sending your students to class?
Read full article: Security guards at Katy ISD will now carry guns; Does this make you feel safer sending your students to class?Major changes are coming to the Katy Independent School District this year, and one in particular may be concerning to parents.
2 Fort Bend ISD students arrested after bringing firearm to campus
Read full article: 2 Fort Bend ISD students arrested after bringing firearm to campusOfficials from a Fort Bend Independent School District campus said two students were arrested after being found in possession of a firearm on Wednesday.
Montgomery ISD armed with silent panic alerts system for increased school safety
Read full article: Montgomery ISD armed with silent panic alerts system for increased school safetyFrom locked doors to school police, while walking through the halls of Lake Creek High School in Montgomery Independent School District you’re going to see signs of security.
‘A life is priceless’: What one campus is doing to help protect its students
Read full article: ‘A life is priceless’: What one campus is doing to help protect its studentsPossibly besides tuition costs, the one issue that is often on the forefront for college students and their parents is campus safety.
ONLY ON 2: Newly designed lock created by Houston couple aims to keep students safe if violence occurs on campus
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Newly designed lock created by Houston couple aims to keep students safe if violence occurs on campusAt the Imani School in southwest Houston, class is in session.
See something, say something: Anonymous tip lines successful in stopping possible school threats, attackers
Read full article: See something, say something: Anonymous tip lines successful in stopping possible school threats, attackersSchool districts around the country are working to beef up security measures. This school year, safety of students is top of mind more than ever. That's why school systems like Roanoke City are having to rethink the way they do things.
‘I think schools need to step up’: Students discuss school safety
Read full article: ‘I think schools need to step up’: Students discuss school safetyWhen it comes to school safety there’s a lot of blame and opinions. Politicians point the finger and parents want to be heard. But what about what students think needs to be done?
KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker moderated school safety forum
Read full article: KPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker moderated school safety forumKPRC 2 reporter Brandon Walker moderated a forum entitled “The State of School Safety,” which was hosted by the League City Regional Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday.
Galena Park ISD begins active shooting training at North Shore High School
Read full article: Galena Park ISD begins active shooting training at North Shore High SchoolGalena Park ISD leaders say it is important for officers to learn and for families to see students will be protected when they come to school.
Gov. Abbott pens letter to TEA directing them to create new Chief of School Safety and Security position
Read full article: Gov. Abbott pens letter to TEA directing them to create new Chief of School Safety and Security positionGov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday that he sent a letter directing the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Commissioner Mike Morath to create the new position of Chief of School Safety and Security.
Day 2 of secure school training with mock exercises underway at Stallworth Stadium
Read full article: Day 2 of secure school training with mock exercises underway at Stallworth StadiumKeeping our schools safe is the priority at a two-day workshop where school communities will learn how to safely reunite students and parents during crisis situations. The training is happening at Stallworth Stadium, which is part of Goose Creek ISD.
Houston ISD, local law enforcement, and faith leaders to promote end-of-year school safety with ‘Project Safe Start 2022′
Read full article: Houston ISD, local law enforcement, and faith leaders to promote end-of-year school safety with ‘Project Safe Start 2022′The Houston Independent School District Police Department, Houston Police Department, and community ministers discussed a partnership Wednesday that will help to prevent crime and provide additional security for students and teachers as they close out the school year.