In a move to enhance safety measures, ZeroEyes has announced the expansion of its gun detection and situational awareness software at Quest Academy Charter School. This follows a successful year-long deployment of the technology, aimed at safeguarding students, staff, and visitors from potential gun-related incidents.
Quest Academy, located in West Haven, Utah, educates around 1,000 students and employs 100 faculty members within its K–9 STEM program. The campus features two main buildings, Q1 for younger students in grades K–5, and Q2 for older students in grades 6–9, along with additional portable classrooms. As the area transitions from rural farmland to a burgeoning residential community, the school remains committed to blending its community-focused environment with necessary security enhancements.
Layered Security Approach
The school's security strategy involves multiple layers, including both internal and external surveillance cameras, controlled access points, and a partnership with local law enforcement. Operating under the jurisdiction of the Weber County Sheriff's Office, Quest Academy fosters collaboration with local police departments, benefiting from parental support through the Parent Organization Quest Academy (POQA).
"Since initially deploying ZeroEyes, we have seen the value of adding proactive, technology-driven monitoring to our existing safety measures," stated Dr. Dave Bullock, director of Quest Academy Charter School. "Expanding this solution allows us to further enhance our layered security strategy, ensuring we are not only prepared to respond to potential threats but positioned to identify and address them before they escalate."
Foundations and Expansion
ZeroEyes integrates its threat detection software with existing security cameras to enhance surveillance
The initial rollout of ZeroEyes technology at the school was partially funded by the Utah State Board of Education through the School Safety and Support Grant Program. The early success of this deployment encouraged Quest Academy to extend coverage across additional areas on campus, enhancing situational awareness and security.
ZeroEyes integrates its threat detection software with existing security cameras to enhance surveillance. The system promptly sends images to the ZeroEyes Operations Center (ZOC) upon identifying a firearm, where U.S.-based military and law enforcement veterans provide around-the-clock monitoring and verification.
Rapid Response and Intelligence
When a threat is confirmed, ZeroEyes quickly provides actionable information, including details like a visual description, the type of weapon, and its last known location, to both law enforcement and school officials. This process often transpires within seconds of detection, aiding in swift responses.
"Schools today require a balance of advanced technology and experienced human oversight to effectively address safety challenges," noted Mike Lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes. "Quest Academy is demonstrating a strong commitment to proactive security and continuous improvement, helping to create a safer environment for students and staff."
ZeroEyes, creator of the pioneer multi-analytics weapons detection and threat intelligence platform, announces an expansion of its proactive gun detection and intelligent situational awareness software deployment at Quest Academy Charter School, following a successful one-year deployment. This move reinforces the school’s commitment to protecting students, staff, and visitors from gun-related threats.
Located in West Haven, Utah, Quest Academy serves approximately 1,000 students and employs 100 faculty and staff across its K–9 STEM-focused program. The campus consists of two primary buildings, Q1 for grades K–5 and Q2 for grades 6–9, as well as additional portable classrooms. Situated in a unique area transitioning from rural farmland to growing residential development, the school blends a unified community environment with increasing suburban expansion.
Layered security approach
Quest Academy has implemented a layered security approach that includes internal and external surveillance cameras, controlled access points for gates, classrooms, and entryways, and strong collaboration with local law enforcement. The school operates within the jurisdiction of the Weber County Sheriff's Office and maintains close relationships with surrounding police departments, supported by an engaged parent community and active volunteer group, Parent Organization Quest Academy (POQA).
“Since initially deploying ZeroEyes, we have seen the value of adding proactive, technology-driven monitoring to our existing safety measures,” said Dr. Dave Bullock, director of Quest Academy Charter School. “Expanding this solution allows us to further enhance our layered security strategy, ensuring we are not only prepared to respond to potential threats but positioned to identify and address them before they escalate.”
Law enforcement veterans
The initial deployment of ZeroEyes was supported in part by the Utah State Board of Education’s School Safety and Support Grant Program, designed to help schools adopt advanced security technologies. Building on early success, Quest Academy chose to expand the system across more areas of campus to increase coverage and situational awareness.
ZeroEyes' threat detection and intelligent situational awareness software layers onto existing digital security cameras. If a gun is identified, images are instantly shared with the ZeroEyes Operations Center (ZOC), the industry's only U.S.-based, fully in-house operation center, which is staffed 24/7/365 by specially trained U.S. military and law enforcement veterans.
Awareness software deployment
If these experts determine the threat is valid, they dispatch alerts and actionable intelligence — including visual description, gun type, and last known location — to law enforcement and school administrators, often in a matter of seconds from the moment a gun is detected.
“Schools today require a balance of advanced technology and experienced human oversight to effectively address safety challenges,” said Mike Lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes. “Quest Academy is demonstrating a strong commitment to proactive security and continuous improvement, helping to create a safer environment for students and staff.”
