Decatur County schools are launching a powerful new safety initiative designed to enhance school security and foster greater peace of mind for families and staff.
The district is implementing SchoolDog, an innovative software platform that strengthens human awareness and accountability in daily school operations. While modern security equipment—like alarms and surveillance systems—plays a vital role in campus safety, district leaders emphasize that human attention and consistent oversight remain the most critical tools in preventing school safety incidents.
The SchoolDog School Safety and Facility Data Platform will empower principals and school police officers (SPOs) to actively monitor, document, and improve adherence to school safety priorities. The platform makes it easy for administrators to log real-time safety observations using a phone app or desktop, ensuring regular reviews, early identification of vulnerabilities, and continuous improvement throughout the year.
In recent years, Decatur County Schools have made significant investments in school safety, including upgrades such as secure entry safety vestibules, increased SPO staffing, Cententix alert badges, and Opengate weapons detection systems. The addition of SchoolDog enhances these measures by reinforcing a culture of vigilance, celebrating compliance, and identifying concerns before a crisis arises.
By combining technology, training, and a proactive mindset, Decatur County Schools are committed to keeping students and staff safe—every day, in every building.