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Wilbur Central rolls out metal detectors at high schools; board and public discuss expansion and logistics
Summary
The Wilbur Central Board of Education reported a weeklong rollout of metal detectors at the district’s three high schools and discussed possible expansion, budget and staffing implications after public comment urged broader deployment.
The Wilbur Central Board of Education on April 17 confirmed the district has deployed metal detectors at its three high schools and said officials are working through operational issues before considering expansion to other grade levels.
Board President Mr. Harris opened the discussion after public comment and committee votes and the board described the device rollout as a rapid response following a recent incident. "When the incident happened on 1 day, the next day, the metal detectors were ordered," the superintendent said.
Why it matters: Board members and speakers framed the detectors as a safety measure taken quickly after a specific event; parents and residents urged the district to consider adding detectors at middle and elementary schools and to identify funding…
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