Safety Technology

How Raptor's StudentSafe tackles behavioral threat assessment and student well-being

Raptor Technologies built its reputation on visitor management, but the company's expansion into student well-being reflects a deliberate response to what its school district customers were already asking for. The result is StudentSafe, a platform designed to support behavioral threat assessment, ca

How Rural Schools Are Redefining School Safety Through Relationships and Proactive Systems

On Principles of Change, a podcast by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with Dr. Miguel Salazar, principal of Sundown Middle School in Sundown, Texas, to explore how one rural district is redefining school safety through culture, systems, and human connection. Together, they unpack how proactive frameworks, community values, and intentional relationship-building can…

Understanding Raptor StudentSafe

In this episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Chris Noell, Chief Product Officer at Raptor Technologies, and Will Durgin, Director of Student Well-Being, about the vision behind StudentSafe and how it helps schools move from reactive responses to proactive student support. Together, they emphasize that safer schools depend on giving staff…

Why Student Visibility Matters in Today’s Schools

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews SRO Todd Brendel of Dayton Independent Schools (KY), who shares frontline insights on the importance of knowing where students and staff are throughout the school day. He explains how they manage…

Beyond Drills: Building a Culture of Safety in Schools

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of Principals of Change, host Dr. Amy Grosso sits down with Jeff Bryant, Principal of Jefferson Middle School, and David Sally, Associate Principal of West Aurora High School, to explore how effective school safety goes far beyond drills and locked doors. Drawing on…

Inside SchoolSAFE: Takeaways from Education Leaders

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this special episode of School Safety Today, host Dr. Amy Grosso interviews several education and safety leaders live from the Raptor 2025 SchoolSAFE Conference. Rachael Freeman (Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD), Jason Overbay (Sarasota County Schools), Marti Neahring (West Aurora School District), Dr. Penny Schultz (Chesapeake City…

Why Is Video Surveillance the First Frontier for AI in Security?

Video surveillance has long been the backbone of physical security, but with the integration of artificial intelligence, it’s becoming the first frontier for meaningful innovation. Chuck Wilson, Chairman of Technology, alliant; CEO Emeritus, National Systems Contractors Association, explains why AI is reshaping this space faster than any other. At the core of the shift is…

Closing the Gap Between Lockdowns and Live Visibility

In this episode of Secured, Mike Monsive, CEO of ASAP Security, sits down once again with Idan Koren, CMO of Verkada, for a deep dive into how cloud-native technology is transforming school security across the U.S. with live visibility. With Verkada now protecting over 20 million students nationwide, Idan shares why the company’s integrated…

Smart Safety: How Technology is Transforming School Event Security

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso talks with TJ Markland, General Manager of Payments at Raptor Technologies, to discuss the often-overlooked safety challenges of school events—from daytime assemblies to Friday night football. As schools work to balance hospitality…

Restoring Safety: A Holistic Approach to Threat Assessment

School Safety Today podcast, presented by Raptor Technologies. In this episode of School Safety Today by Raptor Technologies, host Dr. Amy Grosso speaks with Ray Fuller about how threat assessment can be deeply rooted in empathy, structure, and restorative practices. Fuller shares his journey from educator to districtwide safety leader, offering a look into…

AI in Education Can Democratize Expertise—But Only If Systems Evolve

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded in our everyday lives, AI and education are becoming more tightly intertwined. Many teachers and students are experimenting with AI in education, from personalized tutoring tools to automated lesson planning. While traditional edtech tools struggled to deliver on the promise of personalized learning, today’s generative AI appears poised to…

Empowering Voices: The Role of Anonymous Reporting in Education

When students can report safety concerns without fear, schools unlock crucial information that protects entire communities

Learning from Averted School Violence to Prevent Tragedies

Analyzing near-miss incidents reveals prevention patterns that can transform how schools protect students

Beyond the Fence: Proactive Perimeter Security with Video Analytics

Real-time threat detection technology helps security teams stop intruders before they breach facility grounds

School Safety Cannot Wait; New Technology is Essential for Today’s Threats

Legacy security measures are falling short as schools face evolving threats that demand smarter, faster technological responses

Reducing Risks and Improving Efficiency in School Payments

School districts can strengthen financial security and cut operational costs by consolidating fragmented payment systems into a single digital platform

Breaking the Cycle and Inspiring Others

Adults are increasingly choosing alternative education paths to overcome barriers and reshape their futures despite societal assumptions

Why Hardwired Buttons Outperform Wearable Devices in School Safety

Physical panic buttons prove more reliable than wearable technology when schools need to respond instantly to threats

Challenges in Implementing School Safety Products

Schools struggle to balance technology investments with the human vigilance and integrated protocols that truly protect students

Protecting Youth: What’s on the Horizon for The “I Love U Guys” Foundation

New leadership at a school safety nonprofit reveals ambitious plans to train teachers and students in life-saving protocols

Continuous Improvement in Threat Assessment Practices

Schools that prioritize ongoing evaluation and refinement of threat assessment practices can better identify and prevent potential violence before it escalates

From Playground Adventures to Campus Safety: The Versatility of Two-Way Radios in Education

Schools strengthen emergency response and coordination by equipping staff with instant communication tools across campus grounds

Prioritizing School Safety: The Value of Two-Way Radios in School Administration

Instant communication devices prove essential for coordinating emergency response and daily operations across school campuses

School Safety Becomes Enhanced Through Effective Communication Systems

Reliable communication infrastructure becomes the backbone of coordinated emergency response on school campuses

Enhancing Law Enforcement Training for K-12 Security Incidents

Schools need integrated safety strategies that go far beyond technology to truly protect students and staff

Innovations in School Safety: Navigating Complex Challenges

Experienced security professionals reveal why schools struggle to implement effective safety solutions amid a growing flood of competing expertise

AI Revolution in School Safety: How Video Analytics Enhances Security and Peace of Mind

Advanced video analytics help under-resourced schools detect security threats faster and protect students more effectively

Implement Two-Way Radio Communication Systems for Schools: A Non-Negotiable for Unmatched Emergency Communication Efficiency

Schools that prioritize reliable communication channels during emergencies gain critical advantages in protecting their communities when seconds matter most

Self-Injury Awareness Month

Understanding self-injury's warning signs helps school leaders provide earlier support to struggling students

Proactively Protecting Schools with Intelligent AI

AI-powered systems are shifting school security from reactive response to predictive threat detection before incidents occur