Delayed law enforcement access during active shooter and critical incidents remains a serious challenge for schools and higher-education campuses. The KnoxEntry System is a customizable, collaborative access program purpose-built for education and law enforcement, leveraging proven Knox technology to deliver secure, authorized rapid entry when seconds matter most. By providing immediate access to critical keys, access cards, and floor plans—securely stored in a single exterior KnoxBox—KnoxEntry helps reduce response times, improve coordination, and mitigate risk to students, faculty, and campus property.

Whether you're reviewing an existing emergency access setup or planning a new program, Knox can help your district evaluate options for secure law enforcement access coordination.

KnoxEntry for Schools helps schools and law enforcement securely manage access, users, and accountability across campuses.

Extend emergency preparedness and access coordination across your campus with additional secure storage and access management solutions.

SCHOOL HEALTH OPERATIONS

SECURITY MANAGE MEDICATION ACCESS ON CAMPUS.

Securely store medications and sensitive materials with controlled access solutions designed to support accountability, safety, and operational oversight.

EMERGENCY BUILDING ACCESS

SECURE CRITICAL ACCESS FOR EMERGENCY RESPONSE.

Help reduce response delays by securely storing emergency access keys for authorized personnel. The KnoxVault supports coordinated access across campuses and can help minimize unnecessary forced entry during emergencies.

EMERGENCY DOCUMENT & KEY STORAGE

SECURE FLOOR PLANS, KEYS, AND CRITICAL BUILDING INFORMATION.

Store emergency response plans, campus maps, master keys, access cards, and other critical building information in a secure centralized location for authorized personnel and responding agencies.

Several states have passed legislation or established funding programs focused on improving emergency access coordination and school safety preparedness. Requirements and funding opportunities may support schools looking to establish or enhance emergency access programs for law enforcement response. Select a state below to view recent legislation and funding information

Please note: Requirements and funding opportunities vary by state. Knox can help your district review current emergency access considerations and available funding opportunities where applicable.