Mission CISD implements new weapon detection software

New software designed to detect weapons is being installed at Mission CISD.

“It’s embedded in the cameras, so that was a way for us because we didn’t have to purchase additional cameras for this pilot program,” said Martin Castaneda, director of safety for Mission CISD. “It was implemented in consideration of many recent events not only in the state of Texas, but also across the nation where school violence has compromised the safety of students and staff.”

The district told Channel 5 News that the software cost more than $114,000, paid for from general funds.

Castaneda said the new system is the future of school safety.

The software is expected to go live when Mission CISD students return from Christmas break.

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