As schools across the U.S. prepare for the new academic year, various districts are implementing enhanced safety measures. In Southwest Virginia, Lynchburg City Public Schools invested $450,000 in new entryways and security protocols to protect students, while Roanoke County Public Schools installed vape detectors in high school bathrooms to combat vaping. In Richardson, Texas, increased security staff presence has been deployed near J.J. Pearce High School following a disturbing incident involving a suspicious vehicle stalking a student. Meanwhile, Bayside High School in Florida has heightened police presence in response to an unconfirmed threat. In Clark County, Nevada, new policies require students to wear ID badges and introduce signal-blocking pouches to limit distractions, although the latter has faced significant student pushback. These measures reflect a growing nationwide focus on student safety amid various concerns.