District to roll out Evolve safety detection at three middle schools in January; parents and students to be briefed
Summary
St. Bernard Parish staff said Evolve safety-detection units have been delivered to three middle schools and staff training plus parent/student notices are planned for a January rollout to reduce false triggers and ensure a smooth transition.
District staff provided an update on continued school-safety efforts, saying Evolve detection units have been delivered to three middle-school campuses and teams are preparing installations and operational setup.
Presenters said the plan is to begin use of the Evolve system in January after winter break so staff can be trained and procedures refined before students return. Principals at the affected schools will brief students ahead of implementation and the district will distribute flyers explaining items that commonly trigger the detectors (for example, binder placement), part of an effort to reduce false alarms and keep screening lines moving.
Staff said Chalmette High School refined its processes and adjustments such as binder placement and line flow helped reduce wait times; the district will delay full student-facing operation until the day after classes resume to allow principals time to prepare messaging and training. Parents and guardians will be notified before students return.
Board members thanked staff for the update and asked for continued attention to training and communication to avoid disruption when screening equipment is activated unexpectedly.
