As school safety continues to be a top priority for Alabama districts, the Alabama Advancement and Technology (A&T) Fund provides an important opportunity to invest in solutions that enhance campus security, communication, and emergency response. With careful planning, these funds can go a long way in strengthening the safety infrastructure of your schools.
At nSide, we offer several eligible solutions that not only meet the criteria for A&T funding but also provide long-term value for your school community. Here’s how you can make the most of your A&T investment:
nSide|Live: Real-Time Campus Visibility
nSide|Live enables secure, real-time video streaming from your campus security cameras. This live feed is fully integrated with the nSide platform, providing a centralized view for school officials and first responders during critical situations. By enhancing situational awareness, this solution allows for faster and more informed decision-making in emergencies.
Eligible Use: Real-time video monitoring and emergency response tools.
nSide|Edge: Hardware Built for Safety
Your software solutions are only as strong as the infrastructure behind them. nSide|Edge provides the critical hardware needed to support your safety technology. Whether you are upgrading an existing system or building from the ground up, this solution ensures your security tech is stable, reliable, and scalable.
Eligible Use: Physical infrastructure for school safety technology.
nSide|Boost: Stronger Network, Smarter Safety
Reliable connectivity is critical for effective emergency communication. nSide|Boost strengthens your campus’s cellular signal, ensuring that communication tools like radios, phones, and mass notification systems remain operational when it matters most. By improving cellular coverage across your facilities, staff and emergency responders can stay connected and coordinate faster during high-stress situations.
Eligible Use: Cellular infrastructure upgrades to support emergency communication and safety systems.
nSide|Lockdown: Streamlined Emergency Alerts
When seconds count, nSide|Lockdown empowers your team to respond quickly. This solution allows for a full campus lockdown to be initiated with the push of a button. It integrates seamlessly with other nSide tools to notify staff, local law enforcement, and other key stakeholders in real time.
Eligible Use: Emergency notification and response systems.
nSide|Fleet: Safer Student Transportation
Safety doesn’t stop at the school building. nSide|Fleet offers GPS tracking and live updates for school buses, ensuring students are safe from the moment they leave home to the moment they return. Fleet data is fully integrated into the nSide Platform, making it easier for transportation staff and administrators to monitor and respond to any concerns.
Eligible Use: Transportation safety and vehicle tracking.
nSide|Training: Prepared Staff, Safer Schools
Technology is only effective when users are confident and capable. nSide|Training provides in-depth, hands-on training for school staff, administrators, and safety personnel. Led by professionals with experience in education, law enforcement, and emergency response, this training equips your team with the skills and knowledge to use safety tools effectively.
Eligible Use: Professional development and emergency preparedness training.
Start Planning Today
The Alabama A&T Fund offers a strategic opportunity to enhance your school safety infrastructure. At nSide, our goal is to help you create a safer learning environment for every student, teacher, and staff member. We’re here to assist with funding guidance, product selection, and implementation support—every step of the way.
