school safety

For some districts, Wednesday marked the second school threat this week. This week also marks the 10 year anniversary of the Sandy Hook elementary shooting.

District leaders will soon have to decide if they’re going to continue the program, including a contract renewal with a private security firm.

75% of grantees asked for funding related to security planning and security technology. Others focused on mental health related services and programs in schools.

"Without strong direction or oversight from the state education department, the school districts will likely continue to fall short of these requirements and that possibly puts lives at risk."

"I want to teach them science, and now I have to learn how to send them home to their parents. And that's a heavy topic"

A state lawmaker proposes taxing violent video games as a way to pay for increased security at schools throughout the state.

HARRISBURG, PA (WSKG) -- After a series of meetings with teachers, administrators, and students, a school safety task force is calling for more mental health resources, better security in buildings and improved communication between school districts and police.