Baltimore City high schools will begin using AI technology to scan students for weapons, according to a letter sent to families by district operations leaders on Wednesday.
According to a copy obtained by WYPR, the district expects to roll out the new Evolv technology to all high schools over the next 30 days – starting on Monday. The letter warns students to “anticipate some potential delays” as implementation begins.
“This new system will add an additional layer of safety protection for the school community by enhancing our ability to screen for potentially dangerous weapons,” the letter says. “During the rollout, the use of the scanners will significantly change the morning arrival and screening process for students.”
Every city high school currently uses a traditional metal detector to scan students as they enter. The letter says that city officials expect the new system to “increase the efficiency of our building entry process over the long term.”
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As a parent I am against A1 screening. That’s to invasive of anyone’s personal data. AI screening collects your body data & That’s too much exposure to radiation on a daily basis.