AI Security for Schools:
Real-Time Protection That Never Sleeps

No. VOLT works with your existing IP camera infrastructure—regardless of brand, age, or mix of equipment. This is one of the most common concerns we hear from schools, and it's one of the easiest to address.

David Wrzesinski, Safety Director at Robinson ISD, put it well: "We have kind of a hodgepodge of cameras, every campus put in at different times with different cameras... and it worked seamlessly."

Since 93% of public schools already have security cameras installed, this compatibility means you can add AI capabilities quickly and cost-effectively. There's no need for a massive infrastructure overhaul. You plug in our device, connect to your existing camera system, and you're up and running—typically within days, not months.

OLT's weapon detection is built on machine learning models trained on extensive datasets of images and videos containing firearms, knives, and other dangerous objects. The system can identify weapons in various scenarios—including when held at a person's side, partially concealed, or in challenging lighting conditions.

But accuracy isn't just about detection—it's also about avoiding false alarms that erode trust in the system. That's why every VOLT alert goes through human verification at our 24/7 Security Operations Center (VSOC) before it reaches your team. Trained security professionals review each detection to confirm it's a genuine concern, not a false positive.

During testing at Aspen Academy, the system detected weapons so quickly that Lynda Sailor, the school's CFO, received alerts on her phone before the individual carrying the weapon even reached the entrance. The system has also proven sensitive enough to detect student-made 3D-printed pocket knives and distinguish ROTC training rifles from actual threats—creating opportunities for education rather than unnecessary lockdowns.

This is one of the most important questions schools ask, and we take it seriously. VOLT is designed with privacy as a foundational principle, not an afterthought.

VOLT does not use facial recognition technology. Instead, the system analyzes behaviors, movements, and object recognition to identify potential threats. It watches for concerning activities—not individual identities. This approach satisfies privacy laws in states like Texas and Illinois that restrict facial recognition in schools, and it addresses the legitimate concerns parents and faculty have about surveillance.

As Ben Gehle, Chief Technology and Operations Officer at Indian Creek School, explained: "The anonymous nature of the technology is particularly reassuring—we wouldn't have been interested if there were privacy concerns."

VOLT is also SOC 2 Type 2 compliant, with robust encryption for data in transit and at rest. Video footage is treated as protected data, with strict access controls limiting who can view it and for what purposes.

Most schools are fully operational within two to three weeks. Some are up and running even faster.

The process is straightforward: we ship you a device that connects to your existing camera system, work with your team to create a 3D map of your facility, configure detection rules and alert escalations based on your specific needs, and then go live. There's no complex construction, no network overhaul, and minimal IT involvement required.

David at Robinson ISD described it as "literally 2 or 3 meetings and we got maps to them and got things that they needed and we were testing." Adam Neely at Prescott High School noted that his IT department called it the easiest and happiest integration they've ever experienced.

We handle the heavy lifting so your team can focus on what matters—keeping students safe.

When VOLT's AI identifies a potential threat, here's the sequence:

Detection: The AI recognizes concerning activity—a weapon, a fight, a person down, unauthorized access—typically within seconds of it occurring.

Verification: The alert is immediately sent to VOLT's 24/7 Security Operations Center, where trained professionals review the footage to confirm it's a genuine incident. This human-in-the-loop verification eliminates false positives before they ever reach your team.

Notification: Once verified, alerts go out through your configured escalation chain. This can include SMS messages, emails, push notifications, and even smartwatch alerts—whatever works best for your staff. You control who gets notified for which types of incidents.

Tracking: For critical threats like weapons, VOLT continues tracking the individual across your facility in real-time, even if they conceal the weapon. Your team knows exactly where the threat is located as the situation unfolds.

Response coordination: The system can automatically notify 911 through our nationwide integration, or you can configure it to alert on-campus security first. You define the escalation path that fits your protocols.

Documentation: Every incident is logged with video evidence, timestamps, and location data—giving you complete records for follow-up, reporting, or if needed, legal purposes.

VOLT is priced per camera stream, and our pricing is transparent—you can view it directly on our website. What consistently surprises schools is how affordable comprehensive AI security actually is.

Lynda Sailor at Aspen Academy did the math: "Hiring the equivalent of one full-time security employee to attempt to do even a fraction of what VOLT can, costs more than the VOLT AI system. So when you think of it that way, it is a massive cost savings."

Beyond the direct cost comparison, schools report additional financial benefits:

• Reduced third-party security costs: UIC cut their contracted security expenses roughly in half
• Prevention of theft and damage: Real-time detection stops incidents before they result in losses
• Insurance impact: Aspen Academy's rates stayed flat while peer schools saw 20% increases

We also help schools identify and pursue grant funding through programs like the Student Violence Prevention Program (SVPP), state safety grants, and other federal and local sources. Many schools have successfully funded VOLT through existing security budgets or grant programs.

Yes. VOLT is designed to enhance your current security infrastructure, not replace it.

The system integrates with virtually any IP camera platform, so you're not locked into proprietary hardware. It works alongside your existing video management system (VMS), access control systems, and other security tools you already have in place.

For emergency response, VOLT offers direct integration with nationwide 911 systems through RapidSOS, enabling automatic law enforcement notification when critical threats are detected. You can also configure custom escalation chains that align with your existing protocols—whether that means alerting your school resource officer first, notifying building administrators, or going straight to emergency services.

Schools using VOLT typically find it becomes the intelligent layer that ties their existing investments together, making every component of their security ecosystem more effective.

Weapon detection gets the most attention, but schools using VOLT quickly discover that the daily value comes from the full range of detection capabilities:

Medical emergencies: Person-down detection identifies when someone has fallen, collapsed, or is in distress—even in empty hallways or after hours. At Prescott High School, this feature detected a student having an asthma attack in a location where no staff were present, enabling a 15-second nurse response.

Fights and bullying: The system recognizes physical altercations as they begin, allowing staff to intervene within seconds rather than discovering incidents after the fact. Schools report breaking up fights before they have a chance to escalate.

Crowd formation: Unusual gatherings can indicate developing conflicts. VOLT alerts staff to crowd buildups—even helping identify potential issues in areas where cameras can't directly see, like locker rooms, by detecting crowds forming nearby.

Unauthorized access: Custom rules detect people in restricted areas or present during unauthorized times. Schools have caught after-hours break-ins, loitering near bike racks (a common theft indicator), and students accessing off-limits areas.

Loitering and suspicious behavior: Extended dwell time in sensitive areas triggers alerts, helping prevent theft, vandalism, and other concerning activity before it occurs.

Theft and vandalism: Real-time detection means you catch incidents as they happen—not days or weeks later when reviewing footage. Robinson ISD recovered stolen equipment immediately because staff was alerted in real-time.

The combination of these capabilities is what transforms VOLT from a single-purpose tool into a comprehensive campus safety platform. As one administrator put it, it's like having "several additional safety team members who don't ask for vacations and work every day, 365 days a year."