Pinellas County Schools to pilot weapons-detection systems at two high schools

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 and staff.