States agencies will seek feedback from teachers, parents and school-safety experts to develop governance for the technology's possible future use.

A database containing images of 2,000 students has now been used by organizations around the world, including two Chinese military research academies.

Just days after installation, a facial recognition system at Lockport City School District is offline as the state reviews district privacy policies.

Districts across the state are funding new security upgrades in response to recent shootings, but critics say some schools are going too far.

The technology — though sure to spark some controversy — aims to help control access to school buildings.

As districts grapple with how best to protect students and staff in an age of lockdowns, many are looking to advanced communications systems and facial recognition software.

Officials at the University of San Francisco say the digital system helps to stop crime on campus before it happens.