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Ambridge parents press board over middle-school security after student brought a gun; board to evaluate baggage scanners and other measures
Summary
Parents criticized the district’s communication and screening protocol after a middle-school student brought a gun; the board approved an evaluation of a baggage-scanner system for the middle school, described continued use of Evolv systems funded by a Stronger Connections grant, and said investigations limit what officials can disclose.
Community members pressed the Ambridge Area School District board on its response to a recent middle-school security breach during public comment, urging clearer communication, faster action and accountability from district leaders.
Parents at the meeting described fear among students and families and raised specific questions about new screening protocols, who will staff and train any new equipment and whether grant funds will pay for them. Joshua Gill, a resident of Farm Lane, asked why the proposed baggage-scanner evaluation focuses on the middle school "only" and who will operate and train staff to use it. "We need to be proactive, not reactive," Gill said.
Other speakers made sharper appeals. Stephanie (last name not provided) called for Superintendent Dr. Joseph Pasquerella’s…
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