Florence 1 Schools Adding New Armed Security Company

It was said that no specific incident prompted the new safety measures, but it is an effort to be proactive and respond quicker to emergency situations.

Florence 1 Schools announced the new approved budget allowed them to hire new armed security for its elementary schools.

Florence 1 Schools were approved for a budget of over $400 thousand to hire a new security company.

They are currently interviewing security officers with the company. Those chosen will attend SLED training and apply for their license to carry. Some officers will start on the first day of school and the rest within 45 to 60 days after.

It was said that no specific incident prompted the new safety measures, but it is an effort to be proactive and respond quicker to emergency situations.