Fairfax County high schools to implement weapons detectors after spring break
Starting next week, fifteen randomly selected high schools in Fairfax County, Virginia, will be implementing weapons detectors at their entrances. The program will use OpenGate weapons detectors, similar to those seen at museums and sporting stadiums, in an effort to detect firearms and knives.
The screening process will require students to remove laptops and bags before passing through the detectors. If an alarm sounds, they will undergo a second screening by school staff. At least one school per week will be randomly selected for the screening, with plans to expand the program into the next school year if successful.
The decision to implement weapons detectors comes after recent incidents involving firearms on school property, although officials claim the plans for the program were already underway. The initiative has received some support from the community, with one grandparent stating that in today’s world, such security measures are necessary to ensure student safety.
The schools selected for the weapons detection system screenings will be chosen at random and have not been disclosed by Fairfax County Public Schools. The information regarding this program was provided by FCPS and reported by FOX 5’s Maureen Umeh.
This move is intended to enhance safety measures and mitigate potential threats on school grounds, providing an added layer of security for students and staff in Fairfax County.
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