A Practical Approach to School Safety at Salem‑Keizer Public Schools

Discover how Salem Keizer Public Schools, located in Salem, Oregon, approached school safety while working to maintain a smooth and efficient student experience with Evolv Express® and Evolv eXpedite™.

Facing real-world challenges such as aging facilities, multiple entry points, and limited staffing resources, the district conducted a side-by-side pilot to evaluate practical screening approaches that could support day-to-day operations. To help address these issues, the district worked with ICU Technologies to pilot the Evolv systems.

Throughout the pilot, survey feedback and internal observations suggested:

• An increased sense of safety
• More consistent on-time arrivals
• An effective overall arrival experience for students and staff

The district also emphasized that these results represent just one component of a broader, layered approach to school safety. These results lead to an official deployment at multiple buildings across the district. Watch the case study to explore how districts can thoughtfully balance safety priorities with the practical demands of everyday school operations.