Harlingen CISD's commitment to safety is evidenced by the achievement of 100% Texas Education Agency Designated Safe Schools. However, maintaining this standard requires staying ahead of evolving security threats. Traditional lock-and-key systems leave schools vulnerable—keys get lost, copied, or stolen, creating security gaps that put everyone at risk.

Modern access control systems eliminate these vulnerabilities by providing intelligent, trackable entry management. Instead of hoping lost keys don't fall into the wrong hands, administrators gain real-time control over who enters school buildings and when. Here are five compelling reasons why Harlingen schools need to upgrade their security infrastructure.