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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]They need more staff/bodies. We have a human resource problem, folks. Can't find para educators! Paras could be stationed inside each door checking IDs. If they can't find humans, they need to install "detector" machines. [/quote]

MCPS has never once, put forth a request asking for let's say doubling of its security staff, if that is the root problem that needs to be addressed.

Instead, they insist they need better training or they try to through tech at the problem (we need to install more cameras!). I've spoken with many security staff and they say the real problem is policy. Security staff's hands are very tied by existing policy which prevents them from intervening with kids in ways that hinder safety and security. For example, they can't ACTUALLY make hallwalkers go to class. All they can do is ask them nicely. That was ranked as much bigger problem than staff, though obviously more staff would help in some instances. But it's not a solve for what ails the system without the necessary policy changes to put more teeth behind the role.[/quote]

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