Security

Additional security cameras are being installed in phases at nearly all PPS schools. The first two phases of security camera installations are complete. The last phase is nearing completion.

About 30 schools are receiving replacements or upgrades of intrusion alarm systems to allow for remote control and integration with other building security systems.

The first phase of 15 schools receiving alarm systems is complete. The final schools are in the process of receiving alarm systems.
 

We upgraded over 2,900 door locks in classrooms and common areas at roughly 81 sites. New locks are at current district standards that allow doors to be secured by hand from inside the classroom.
 

This project brought security at 87 schools up to national best practice recommendations for controlling access and securing school perimeters, including:

• Directing all school access to main entrances, requiring check-in at the main office
• Electronic access control systems, video intercoms and electronic locks at the main entrance of every school
• Public address system speakers in the hallways, gym and external areas of schools as needed
• New signage directing school visitors to the main entrance
• Additional fencing and gates where needed