Every district faces similar challenges. They need to find a way to strengthen campus security and comply with government directives without going over budget or affecting learning schedules. As Brownsville-area schools move toward full safety alignment under the Texas Education Agency (TEA)’s directives, there is one upgrade that all need to consider: project resistant film.

Protective window film reinforces existing glass, making it more resistant to forced entry and reducing hazards during emergencies. It provides measurable security benefits without major construction or the cost of full glass replacement. For administrators preparing to brief their school board on possible security measures, it’s a great starting point. 

Before most guests even stir from their rooms, your hotel’s video surveillance system should already be clocked in. At 4:57 AM, a delivery truck rolls into the service entrance. Cameras positioned at the loading dock capture the license plate and movement. The footage is then automatically logged and accessible to your managers through the secure Verkada app. If anything goes wrong (late delivery, missing inventory), there’s a visual record.

In Brownsville, TX, we help hospitality venues bring transparency to every area with the centralized Verkada platform. With a Verkada surveillance system, here’s what the rest of your day may look like. 

School administrators across Brownsville face mounting pressure to implement comprehensive security measures that protect students and staff while meeting federal guidelines. ALICE protocols and FEMA design standards both emphasize the same fundamental principle—delaying unauthorized entry saves lives.

Projectile resistant film supports these established guidelines by adding protective barriers to vulnerable glass entry points to allow for extended response time during emergency situations.

As a school administrator in Brownsville, you're already juggling federal compliance, state testing requirements, and the unique challenges of serving a diverse border community. Texas Senate Bill 507 adds another layer: mandatory security cameras in special education classrooms upon request.

When a parent, staff member, or board member submits a written request for classroom surveillance, your district has just seven school business days to respond – and, if approved, 45 school business days to have those cameras operational. 

For Brownsville administrators managing tight budgets and complex logistics, your schools must be prepared before that first request lands on your desk, ensuring you can protect students while meeting legal obligations without scrambling for solutions.