AI Facial Recognition in Schools: Accuracy Without Bias

AI is not new to the commercial security world—we’ve been dealing with it for a long time! But in recent years, AI-enhanced security has improved tremendously, especially with facial recognition. 

Earlier versions of facial recognition did experience some biases in their software. But that technology has entirely changed, presenting a completely objective, mathematical formula.

If your university or school district is looking for a reliable, foolproof way to keep threats off campus, but you’re worried about bias and negative connotations associated with facial recognition, we’re here to debunk those worries.

Read on to learn how facial recognition has improved with AI advancements and can keep your El Paso, TX, school safe.

SEE ALSO: 4 Things You Didn’t Know About Facial Recognition in Texas Schools 

How Facial Recognition Works 

Today’s facial recognition software uses AI technology to conduct a mathematical equation whenever it reads someone’s face. The camera quickly measures the distance between a person’s eyes, cheekbones, etc., and calculates a unique number. That numerical value is assigned to a specific person whose identification will be quickly pulled up if they are in your system. 

Eliminating Bias 

The latest facial recognition technology does not observe an individual’s race, gender, etc. It is strictly mathematical, so you don’t have to worry about the system wrongfully profiling innocent people. If your school system is nervous about implementing facial recognition for this reason, rest assured that our current technologies do not support any bias. 

Facial Recognition in Action

Here’s a real-world success story from one of our clients. The school had just suspended a student for exhibiting threatening behavior. Later that day at a sporting event, the facial recognition cameras flagged the student as they approached the gates—forty feet away! The security team was then able to verify the student’s identity by the time he entered, and an officer approached him swiftly. 

We often hear about students being suspended or expelled, only to turn up back at school or on the bleachers acting threatening or violent. With a facial recognition system, you can add a suspended or expelled student to a list, and as they walk through a security checkpoint, you’ll be notified immediately.

Learn More & Listen Along to the SecurED Podcast 

Want to hear about real-life school security success stories? Curious about the latest advancements in surveillance technology? Subscribe to the SecurED podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts! 

And if your school near El Paso, Texas is looking for the best security solutions, reach out to us today for a no-obligation consultation to learn more.