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    Doors provide access in and out of school facilities, but also have a critical security function.

    Highlights

    Photo courtesy of Moseley Architects.
    The security vestibule at the front entrance of a school has become the standard in school design, as seen here in this photo of Abingdon Elementary School in Gloucester County, Va.

    The one who knocks

    Oct. 1, 2014
    New technologies and techniques are helping schools and universities manage who gains access to their facilities.
    Photo by Jennifer Ray
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    Watchful eyes

    July 1, 2014
    Securing school entryways during peak traffic.
    Las Cruces (N.M.) Public Schools
    Columbia Elementary School Principal Tiffany Gomez and Technology Support Services Director Jeff Harris test the one-touch button feature, which was installed this month in all Las Cruces (N.M.) Public Schools.

    New Mexico school district automates lockdown process

    May 30, 2014
    A newly installed key-card access system and automated lockdown capability were possible through a $65 million bond issue that was approved in February.
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    A Safe Welcome

    April 1, 2014
    There are several things to keep in mind when considering school and university entrances.
    Some education institutions have replaced key-card entry systems for staff members with a biometric system that uses finger scanning.

    Door Security

    July 1, 2013
    The threat of violence requires schools and universities to install doors that deter intruders and protect those inside.

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    An Exit Strategy for School Safety

    April 1, 2011
    To ensure the security of an education facility, administrators need to select the appropriate kinds of doors.

    Designing for Security

    Feb. 1, 2010
    Security and safety are critical for successful, healthful learning environments.
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    How to achieve maximum benefit from security technology.