Raptor Acquires PayK12, Missouri Governor Vetoes Tech Bill, and Safe Fleet Launches SAVES

In a series of significant developments, three leading companies have announced innovations and initiatives aimed at improving school safety and operational efficiency. These efforts include the acquisition of a leading payment and ticketing platform, a groundbreaking stop-arm violation enforcement system, and an AI-powered detection system for bullying and vaping. And in Missouri, a Governor's veto leaves some tech companies seeking clarification on what happened.

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Raptor Expands with Acquisition of PayK12

Raptor Technologies, a leader in school safety software, has acquired PayK12, a provider of online ticketing and payment solutions for K-12 schools and athletics. This acquisition aligns with Raptor's mission to provide comprehensive safety and administrative tools that extend beyond the school campus. PayK12's platform facilitates secure processing of tickets and payments for various school events, simplifying payment management while ensuring high security and compliance standards. This integration complements Raptor's VisitorSafe? and EventSafe? products, offering schools a seamless experience for managing safety protocols during large-scale events.

Missouri Governor Vetoes School Surveillance Tech Bill

Missouri Governor Mike Parson vetoed a bill that would have funded a $2.5 million initiative for video surveillance software designed to detect guns on school campuses. The bill, supported by ZeroEyes, was part of a larger state budget, but Parson cited concerns over state procurement laws and the need to cut spending. ZeroEyes has successfully lobbied for similar legislation in other states, using AI-powered cameras to identify firearms and notify authorities. Despite the veto, the technology continues to be adopted in other areas, including municipal buildings and public parks, showcasing its potential for enhancing public safety.

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Safe Fleet Unveils Stop Arm Violation Enforcement System

Safe Fleet has launched its Stop Arm Violation Enforcement System (SAVES) at the Florida Association for Pupil Transportation Annual Conference. This AI-driven system captures and processes illegal passing incidents with high accuracy, providing comprehensive evidence to deter future violations and protect students. SAVES includes strategically placed cameras on school buses to document violations, aiding law enforcement and helping school districts reroute buses away from high-risk areas. This system is part of Safe Fleet's broader initiative to improve student safety around school buses, addressing the significant issue of illegal passes, which increased by over 4% in the 2022-2023 school year.

New AI-Led Bullying and Vaping Detection Sensor Enhances School Safety

Claro Enterprise Solutions has launched a new AI Video Analytics sensor designed to detect bullying and vaping on school campuses, enhancing the mental and physical well-being of students. This advanced AI-driven surveillance system identifies threats such as vaping activity, aggressive sounds, and device tampering. The technology provides real-time alerts to campus security teams, enabling proactive interventions and fostering a safer learning environment.

The new AI sensor is equipped with motion, sound, and vape & smoke detectors, along with protective filters and accelerometers to detect tampering. This comprehensive system aims to address the pressing issues of bullying and vaping in schools, which pose significant health risks to students. Schools implementing this technology have reported substantial improvements in campus safety, demonstrating the sensor's effectiveness in creating a secure educational environment.

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• Raptor Expands with Acquisition of PayK12
• Missouri Governor Vetoes School Surveillance Tech Bill
• Safe Fleet Unveils Stop Arm Violation Enforcement System
• New AI-Led Bullying and Vaping Detection Sensor Enhances School Safety

Governments Discuss School Security

In the last 90 days, school safety utilizing innovative technology has been mentioned in over 85 government meetings. These meetings include discussions by the Michigan House of Representatives regarding the unique approaches needed by rural schools in cases of incidents, the Maryland Senate Energy and Education Committee discussing the value of technology in school safety, and the Newburyport School Committee discussing their current work with their technology vendor and how it has improved their school.

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