NAPERVILLE, Illinois /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — MetrasensMetrasens, a leading provider of advanced detection systems for safety and security applications, today announced its ongoing strategic partnerships with K-12 public school districts across the United States. By addressing the critical issue of extracurricular event security, Metrasens solidifies its position as a leader in school security and the go-to partner for improving safety at campus events.
In today’s dynamic security landscape in educational settings, ensuring safety during extracurricular events has become a priority for school administrators and athletic directors across the country. Elementary and secondary school shooting database There has been a worrying rise in shootings at these events. Between 2022 and 2023 alone, there was a 50% increase in shootings at elementary and middle schools during school events, and a staggering 300% increase between 2019 and 2023.
“School districts that embrace safety partners like Metrasens are taking practical steps to prioritize school safety,” said Ryan Petty, a member of the Florida State Board of Education and father of Alaina Petty, a victim of the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. x.com/intent/post?text=%22School+districts+adopting+safety+and+security+partners+like+Metrasens+are+taking+practical+steps+in+prioritizing+…+https%3A%2F%2Fprn.to%2F3Yl7hPP” target=”_blank” rel=”noreferrer noopener”>Post this
Ryan Petty, a member of the Florida State Board of Education and father of Alaina Petty, a victim of the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures. “Schools can and should continue to take practical steps to create a safer environment for students on campuses, not only during school hours, but also during extracurricular events,” Petty said. “School districts that embrace security partners like Metrasens are taking practical steps to prioritize school safety.”
Recognizing this critical issue, public schools across the country have chosen Metrasens as a strategic partner to improve the safety of extracurricular events and address related challenges, such as the prevalence of vaping on campuses. With 300 systems deployed across more than 30 school districts and 200 individual schools, Metrasens is at the forefront of protecting students and staff and prioritizing compliance.
The Fort Worth Independent School District (FWISD) selected Metrasens to bolster security measures for graduation ceremonies and extracurricular events. Daniel Garcia, Executive Director of Safety and Security for the Fort Worth Independent School District, said, “With regard to graduations and other FWISD ceremonies, it is critical that visiting students, staff, and families feel safe and confident as they gather to commemorate these special occasions. As we open our facilities to families, it is essential to provide assurance that Metrasens Ultra systems provide a completely safe solution for all members of our school community.”
At Tulsa Public Schools (TPS) Independent School District in Oklahoma, Metrasens state-of-the-art security monitoring systems reinforce safety protocols across 77 learning communities.
Dr. Matthias Wicks, former Tulsa Public Schools Police Chief, highlighted the district’s unwavering commitment to protecting all facilities and events, stating, “To achieve our safety goals, we implement Metrasens Ultra technologies and robust security protocols to protect the well-being of all attendees at our extracurricular events.”
Similarly, Moore Public Schools (MPS), the fourth-largest public school district in Oklahoma, collaborated with Metrasens to bolster security measures across 35 campuses and large venues. Taking a proactive stance towards security, MPS integrated Metrasens Ultra detection systems to maintain the highest safety standards. Dustin Horstkoetter, MPS’ director of safety and security, praised Metrasens for its unmatched reliability and quality, stating, “The reliability and quality of Metrasens solutions are unmatched.”
To further solidify its position as a leader in school safety, Barberton High School (BHS), located within the Barberton City School District in Ohio, chose Metrasens as a key partner in its proactive approach to campus safety. Recognizing the need to enhance safety protocols in light of recent incidents affecting schools across the country, BHS set out to anticipate potential risks and ensure the safety of its students and staff through this partnership.
“We believe that having another layer of security that is non-intrusive and safe to use is a logical step forward,” said Jeff Ramnytz, superintendent of Barberton City Schools. “We highly recommend Metrasens to other school districts looking to enhance their security measures.”
“Extracurricular events such as football games, basketball tournaments and other school activities often attract people from within and outside the immediate community, posing unique security challenges,” said Todd Hokunson, Chief Commercial Officer at Metrasens. “In response to these concerns, Metrasens is committed to shaping the security landscape in educational environments through innovative solutions and strategic partnerships.”
These key partnerships underscore Metrasens’ dedication to providing innovative solutions that prioritize safety and compliance in educational environments. As administrators and security directors continue to face ever-evolving security challenges, whether protecting extracurricular school activities or addressing the growing issue of e-cigarette use on campus, Metrasens remains steadfast in its mission to empower educators and protect students, ensuring a safe environment that fosters learning and growth.
About Metrasens
Metrasens is the world’s leading provider of advanced magnetic detection technologies. With a technology centre and manufacturing facility in the UK, a sales and customer service centre in Chicago and a global network of distributors, the company’s innovative products are designed to address the shortcomings of conventional detection methods and make the world a safer place. Metrasens’ mission is to take cutting-edge science from the laboratory and use it to create revolutionary, award-winning products that meet the diverse and diverse security needs of its customers. Metrasens’ core technologies have a wide range of real-world applications, embodied by solutions that are easy to adopt and simple to use.
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