Ogden Community School District, located in rural Iowa, USA, faced growing concerns over student and staff safety, as well as incidents of vandalism and accidents in their parking lots. With the support of a Safety Grant from the State of Iowa, they sought a robust and cost-effective security solution. Milesight, in close collaboration with Jet Stream—our official distributor—and HVP LLC, a trusted local system integrator, provided a comprehensive security system tailored to the school's needs, ensuring enhanced safety and operational efficiency.
Challenges
Ogden Community School District required an advanced surveillance system to address several security concerns, including:
Student and Staff Safety:
Ensuring a secure environment for students and faculty members.
Vandalism and Accidents:
Incidents occurring in parking lots needed to be monitored and documented.
Infrastructure Limitations:
Certain areas had limited visibility due to trees obstructing the view from the main building.
Budget Constraints:
The school required a one-time investment solution without recurring fees.
Remote Monitoring Needs:
Administrators and staff needed seamless access to security footage from different devices.
Solution
Milesight delivered a high-performance, scalable security solution to address the school's challenges effectively. The installation included:
Comprehensive Camera Coverage: Over 100 Milesight cameras were deployed, covering hallways, gymnasiums, and outdoor areas. The setup included bullet cameras with junction boxes, 180-degree and 360-degree cameras for wide-angle monitoring, and a specialized license plate recognition camera at the main entry point.
Parking Lot Surveillance: Six pole-mounted cameras were installed in parking areas, connected through point-to-point devices to overcome visibility challenges posed by trees. These cameras provided clear monitoring of parking lot activities and enhanced security for both vehicles and pedestrians.
Advanced Monitoring Capabilities: The school utilizes a computer-connected TV in the front office for real-time monitoring of visitors approaching the building. This system allows office staff to be more aware of incoming individuals and potential security concerns.
Seamless Access and Remote Management: The integration of Milesight's CMs software enabled the schoo's IT team and administration to access live feeds and recorded footage easily from both PCs and Macs. P2p access provided seamless remote monitoring capabilities, empowering school officials to manage security efficiently.
Optimized System Performance: To ensure optimal video quality without overwhelming the NVR throughput, Milesight provided tailored recommendations on optimizing the 4K camera settings. These adjustments enabled smooth system operation without compromising video clarity.
Conclusion
The implementation of Milesight's security solutions has significantly improved safety at Ogden Community School District. The system has already proven its effectiveness by capturing multiple security incidents, including intrusions, vehicle accidents, and theft. The school administration has praised the reliability, ease of use, and high-quality performance of Milesight cameras. With no recurring fees, the solution remains a cost-effective investment, ensuring long-term security and peace of mind for students, staff, and parents. This successful deployment underscores Milesight's commitment to delivering innovative and practical security solutions tailored to the unique needs of educational institutions.
