Back to School: Reviewing Access Control Options

There are a number of ways schools can improve their front entrance security.

School is back in session, and many campus administrators are seeking ways to improve staff and student safety.

In fact, researchers such as IHS note that recent tragedies at educational institutions, such as the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting, will drive the market for school security system integration in the United States to increase by more than 80 percent from 2012 to 2017.

RELATED: Back to School: Texas Districts Upgrade Security Systems

But what solutions should schools adopt?

In this slideshow,  take a look at access control solutions that k-12 campuses and districts should consider.

In your opinion, what are the best security solutions to install at schools?  Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments!

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