Kenosha Schools Upgrade Security After Threat

Following a security incident where a 13-year-old brought an airsoft gun to Roosevelt Elementary School, the Kenosha Unified School District (KUSD) is implementing significant security upgrades. The district plans to install controlled entrances, replace exterior doors, update surveillance systems, and employ part-time entrance monitors at schools lacking secure entry points, costing over $13 million. This initiative responds to heightened concerns from parents and students about safety, with many demanding immediate action and transparency from the district. The KUSD Board of Education will consider these enhancements for inclusion in a February 2025 referendum, seeking community support for funding. Superintendent Dr. Jeff Weiss emphasized that maintaining a secure environment for students and staff is the district's top priority. Parents and students continue to advocate for more robust security measures, including metal detectors and trained security personnel at school entrances.