Pennsylvania school districts have several options when determining how to provide security within their schools. This whitepaper provides school administrators and school board members with a practical overview of school security personnel in Pennsylvania, including School Resource Officers, School Police Officers and School Security Guards. It explains differences in their roles, authority, training requirements and oversight and identifies important considerations when developing or evaluating a school security program.
The guide also examines Pennsylvania school security requirements, training, supervision, emergency preparedness, liability, cost, provider selection and school culture. It is designed to help school leaders evaluate their security staffing options and make informed, risk-based decisions about protecting students, employees and school facilities.
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School Security Personnel in PA