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Security update: division expands access control, adds positions and describes layered school security approach
Summary
The Office of Security and Emergency Management reported security training, infrastructure upgrades at 14 schools, perimeter fencing and an allocation that provides every elementary school with two security assistants; officials described a layered model including SSOs and SROs.
Tommy Shattuck, director of the Office of Security and Emergency Management, briefed the school board Sept. 9 on summer security work and staffing. Shattuck said the office concentrated on training, personnel and infrastructure and that security upgrades occurred at 14 schools using state grant funds.
"Our mission remains clear: provides a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and guests," Shattuck said. He described security training for principals and assistant principals, joint training with the Virginia Beach Police…
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