Maintaining the safety and security of students in any learning environment is essential, especially in a K-12 school district. With students as young as four years old walking the halls of K-12 schools, it is vital that school buildings and campuses have the appropriate technology installed to keep students safe.
There are many products and technologies that make up a school’s security system. One of the most valuable of these technologies is a surveillance camera. Video surveillance can help schools manage visitors, prevent school property from being vandalized or stolen, identify intruders and more. However, it is important to understand that a surveillance camera is more than just a recording device.
Many surveillance cameras include features beyond recording that are vital to maintaining the safety and security of students and faculty. Before purchasing a surveillance camera, schools need to understand their camera’s capabilities to ensure that it will be a beneficial tool for its safety plan.
The main goal of a surveillance camera is to allow schools to monitor, record and most importantly have a sense of control over who and what is on campus. There are many types of cameras available, and it is important to know which features matter most to a K-12 school.
View this slideshow to learn about 5 features you should consider when purchasing a surveillance camera.
Rachel Quetti is the editor of K-12 TechDecisions, aimed at helping K-12 professionals make better decisions about technology purchases for their classrooms, schools and school districts. Rachel joined the TechDecisions team in 2015 and covers the latest technology trends in the K-12 market.Get in Touch: [email protected] More by Rachel Quetti
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