Xtract One Chosen by Morgan County Schools for Amplified Security at District's High School Campuses

Executive Summary

• Xtract One Technologies announced that its Gateway security system has been selected by Alabama’s Morgan County Schools (MCS) for deployment across five high schools in the district.
• The Gateway solution enables walk‑through screening without requiring removal of backpacks or other personal items, reducing secondary screenings and staffing needs.
• This contract adds to Xtract One’s growing list of school‑district customers in North America and demonstrates market traction for its AI‑driven weapons detection technology.

Key Details

• Customer: Morgan County Schools (MCS), an 18‑school district in Alabama.
• Initial Deployment Sites: Brewer High School, Falkville High School, Priceville High School, West Morgan High High School, and Danville High School.
• System Features Highlighted:
• Bi‑directional configurable screening and proprietary sensors to detect weapons while distinguishing everyday personal items.
• No requirement for students or staff to remove backpacks, laptops, binders, or battery packs.
• Reduces footprint of security operations by eliminating need for bag scanners and additional personnel.
• Operational Benefits: Streamlined entry processes, minimized secondary screenings, faster building ingress, and enhanced safety without compromising privacy.
• Company Statement: CEO Peter Evans emphasized the “proactive, layered approach to safety” and noted that this win reflects growing momentum of the Gateway product across North American school districts.
• Customer Quote: Josh Boyd, District Safety Coordinator, highlighted the system as a pillar of MCS’s new security upgrades aimed at providing a safe learning environment.

Notable Quotes

“We’re eager for MCS to join the growing list of school districts implementing Gateway as an integral element of their refined security processes,” – Peter Evans, CEO, Xtract One Technologies.

“Our district prioritizes providing opportunities for all students and employees to excel in learning… we’re excited to add Xtract One’s Gateway as a pillar of our new security approach,” – Josh Boyd, District Safety Coordinator, Morgan County Schools.