The Apalachee High School shooting is the latest reminder that gun violence is one of the biggest threats to students in this country. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, guns are the leading cause of death among American children and teens. That means part of fostering a great learning environment on your El Paso, TX, campus is working to prevent and respond to potential active shooter situations. 

Many K-12 institutions are turning to gunshot detection systems as an additional form of defense. However, since the technology is still fairly new, some concerns exist about its overall efficacy. Below, we address some of the most common ones. 

Lately, schools in El Paso, TX, have been stepping up to make sure everyone on campus stays safe, especially in the worst-case scenario. One of the latest ways they're doing this is with a gunshot detection system. What are these systems, and how do they help keep people safe? Keep reading to find out.