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Pinellas County Schools to pilot weapons-detection systems at two high schools
Summary
Superintendent Hendrick announced a pilot of non-intrusive weapons-detection systems starting April 7 at Palm Harbor University High and Gibbs High to test effectiveness and operations; a Gibbs parent spoke at public comment urging the board to stop the pilot and instead fund classrooms and staffing.
Superintendent Hendrick told the Pinellas County School Board on March 31 that the district will begin a pilot of non-intrusive weapons-detection systems at two high schools, Palm Harbor University High School and Gibbs High School, starting Tuesday, April 7. Hendrick said families at each school have been notified and district safety staff will support on-site implementation and gather direct feedback from students, families…
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