Fenton Schools Increase Security with Buzzer System
All Fenton Area Public School buildings will have a single point of entry, monitored by school staff and video cameras.
Visitors at Fenton Area Public Schools won’t simply be able to walk in freely any longer. In efforts to create stronger security for the district, officials are installing buzzer systems in all buildings, forcing visitors to identify themselves before entering the school. Cameras will also be installed so staff can observe those coming to the door. All other doors of the buildings will be locked. After pushing the "call in" button, guests will be asked to state the nature of visit, their names and the student’s name. Once admitted, all adults in the building must check in at the office and wear a Visitor’s Badge. “It may be an inconvenience to some people that are used to running in and having free access, but being more cautious and …
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Richard Smith
4:01 pm on Thursday, February 7, 2013
Well, this measure will help appease the "wont someone please think of the children" crowd but if I remember correctly, the gunman in Sandy Hook shot his way through the security entrance. It's a feel good measure that will at least stop the average ne'er-do-wells from freely entering the building. I'm just trying to be realistic. more ›