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Gwinnett County Public Schools

Evolv Weapons Detection System

GCPS to pilot Evolv weapons detection system at three summer school sites.

As part of Gwinnett County Public Schools’ (GCPS) continued commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all students and staff, the district will launch a pilot implementation of the Evolv weapons detection system at the following summer school sites beginning Monday, June 9, 2025:

  • Grayson High School
  • Norcross High School
  • Seckinger High School

Students and visitors entering these buildings during morning arrival may pass through the Evolv weapons detection system.

Evolv Weapons Detection system

Guidelines for Using Evolv Technology

  1. Entry Points: Look for marked entry points with the Evolv weapons detection system and follow the signs or staff directions.
  2. Keep Your Items: You can keep personal items like phones, keys, and wallets on you while passing through the Evolv device.
  3. Follow Staff Instructions: If something is flagged, you may need a secondary screening. Follow staff directions for a quick process.
  4. Arrive Early: To avoid delays, plan to arrive early.

Each participating summer school site will share additional details about its entry process with families and staff. These updates will also be posted on the respective school websites.

About this Pilot

This targeted pilot program is intended to gather valuable operational feedback to support the district’s planned use of the Evolv weapons detection system at middle and high schools during the 2025-26 school year. Specifically, the pilot will help GCPS:

  • Assess the system’s impact on student drop-off and morning arrival.
  • Determine the most effective and efficient ways to operate the system during regular school hours.
  • Identify appropriate staffing needs.

The insights gained from this targeted pilot will inform GCPS’s plans for a full rollout of the Evolv weapons detection system at middle and high schools during the 2025-26 school year.

The implementation of the Evolv weapons detection system is part of a broader, multi-layered safety strategy that includes:

  • Enhanced staff training in emergency response and threat detection.
  • Upgraded surveillance and security monitoring systems.
  • Ongoing collaboration with local law enforcement agencies.

GCPS appreciates your continued support as we work together to maintain safe, secure, and welcoming learning environments across our district.

Please review these Frequently Asked Questions about the Evolv Weapons Detection System.