Education
Atlanta schools beefs up football security
After a shooting Friday outside an Atlanta high school football game, school district officials say they'll make changes to event security.
The changes slated for both Grady and Lakewood stadiums include:
- A campaign titled "United We Play" campaign focused on "enhanced standards of behavior in and around APS sporting venues,"
- A more visible police presence, including more marked vehicles outside the stadiums,
- New ticketing procedures intended to reduce long lines,
- Perimeter security officers around the stadiums, and
- More vehicles for security officers.
“I know there’s a lot of work to do but it is essential that every community and every cluster has the confidence that when they come to an event for Atlanta Public Schools…that they can enjoy themselves without being in fear,” Superintendent Meria Carstarphen said.
