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Metal Detector Protocol/Policy

Metal Detector Protocol/Policy

Snook ISD Metal Detector Policy outlines allowed, prohibited, and restricted items with icons.
 

As part of Snook ISD’s ongoing commitment to providing a safe and secure environment for all students, staff, families, and visitors, walk-through metal detectors will be used at the entrances of our schools and select special events held at district facilities, including but not limited to athletic events, performances, and ceremonies.

Students and guests entering our school and/or attending these events may be asked to follow the directions of district screening personnel. Large metal items—such as phones, keys, cameras, and permitted seat cushions—should be placed in designated containers on the screening tables before walking through the metal detectors. Students and guests will not be required to remove belts, watches, wallets, jewelry, shoes, jackets, coins, or other small personal items.

Snook ISD will continue to enforce its clear bag policy to enhance safety and expedite the entry process.

For more information, including answers to frequently asked questions, please visit the Snook ISD website or contact the district’s main office.

    • Main Front Office Door (Campus Visitors)
    • High School Gym Doors (HS Students & Game Attendees)
    • Elementary Gym Doors (Elem. Students)
    • 300 Wing Bus Entrance (Bus Riders)

    • Pocket knives are not allowed inside any campus or district facilities. They should be left at home or locked securely in your vehicle.

    • Individuals will be asked to follow the instructions of the district screening staff and place large objects on the screening table before passing through the walk-through metal detectors. Individuals will NOT be required to remove belts, watches, wallets, jewelry, shoes, jackets or coins. To carefully screen everyone, individuals will be asked to individually pass through the metal detector. The detector will indicate by visible and audible signals to the district screening staff if a secondary screening with the hand-held wand is required. Anyone in possession of a prohibited item will be directed to an administrator and/or County SRO.

    • Yes, the clear bag policy is still in effect. The approved clear bag with contents will be inspected at the each detector screening table.

    • Metal detectors are safe for all individuals, including children, pregnant women, and adults with most medical implants or devices. Students and/or visitors with concerns about passing through the walk-through metal detectors should check with their doctor prior to going through a metal detector.

    • Students and/or visitors with concerns about passing through the walk through metal detectors will still be subject to screening with a hand-held metal detector wand. If you are still uncomfortable with the hand-held wands, please schedule a meeting with your student's principal. For visitors...the should schedule a meeting with superintendent.