Technology Supports
School staff members have access to many technology support systems for improving the safety, resilience, and health of students on their campuses. The following support systems are available:
- Data tracking systems to monitor behavior [Effective Behavior Support (EBS) systems (Outside Source)—refer to the section on discipline]
- Automated attendance calling systems
- Automated emergency calls to all parents
- Security monitors, sensor lights, and cameras
- Anti-theft devices
- Computer security
- Visitor registration systems
- Communication systems
For example, the National Library of Medicine, the largest medical library in the world, has created a free application for emergency responders called Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders (WISER) (Outside Source) that runs on smartphones and handheld devices. Emergency responders use handheld products paired with the software as wireless or stand-alone reference tools for gathering information on hazardous substances and receiving support on making decisions.
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