Cardinal Local Schools adopts ZeroEyes

PHILADELPHIA — ZeroEyes has announced that its gun detection solution has been adopted by Cardinal Local Schools in Middlefield, Ohio.

Gun-related violence remains a significant and growing problem in the United States according to the ZeroEyes Gun Violence Research Center, which found that 42% of Ohio shootings analyzed took place in K-12 institutions.

“We are committed to ensuring the safety of our community,” said Jack Cunningham, superintendent of Cardinal Local Schools. “With the addition of a full-time Resource Officer and security measures like locked doors, visitor sign-ins, door barricade devices, and metal detectors, we are trying to take advantage of as many steps as possible to enhance our security efforts. ZeroEyes’ AI gun detection is a crucial part of this multi-layered security plan and provides extra reassurance that we can respond swiftly to potential gun threats.”

Cardinal Local Schools is a rural public district serving approximately 750 K-12 students in Geauga and Trumbull counties. Students can take college preparatory classes, fine arts classes, and college credit plus courses. Through partnerships with local factories, Cardinal Local Schools provides an engineering and manufacturing pathway for students pursuing college or workforce opportunities. The district is recognized for successfully implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) district-wide, highlighting its commitment to a safe and supportive learning environment.

“By integrating our AI gun detection system, Cardinal is setting a new standard for school safety,” said Mike Lahiff, CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes. “Our goal is to provide peace of mind and ensure that any potential gun threats are identified and addressed before first shots are fired, helping to create a safer learning environment for everyone."