The Los Banos Unified School District is actively improving the security of its students and staff by adopting Evolv Technology, an advanced weapons detection system.
This cutting-edge technology, recognized for its use in major sporting events and in several educational districts across California and the United States, is designed to identify firearms and other hazardous items prior to their entry onto school premises.
Rebecca Salinas, the interim principal of Pacheco High School, provided information on the district’s rationale for using this technology.
Salinas said the major objective of the program is to provide a secure and protected environment for students and staff, guaranteeing that educational facilities remain safe and favorable for learning.
The Evolv system, which had a trial run at Pacheco High School during the summer school term, functioned with minimum complications. This trial has cleared the path for a more extensive adoption in the school district.
According to its website, Evolv Technology integrates state-of-the-art sensor technology with superior artificial intelligence to provide fast and precise threat identification. This system guarantees the effectiveness of detecting possible hazards, such as firearms, prior to their becoming a danger to the school community.
As part of the first testing period at Pacheco High School, students were required to go through the Evolv screening system every morning. The procedure, according to Salinas, was smooth and discrete, allowing for quick transit while detecting any illegal objects.
The system’s capacity to effectively handle large quantities of people is a crucial characteristic, Salinas said.
The implementation of Evolv Technology in Los Banos marks a significant advancement in the school district’s security measures, Salinas said. By investing in such technology, the school district is not only enhancing the safety of its schools but also setting a standard for other districts to follow.
This initiative, according to Salinas, underscores the district’s dedication to maintaining a safe and secure educational environment, prioritizing the well-being of its students and staff.
In August, LBUSD intends to implement the Evolv system at all of its secondary school locations, which include Los Banos High School, Pacheco High School, Los Banos Junior High School, and Creekside Junior High School.
The system is portable and can be used at all entrances at public events on the secondary school campuses.
