Learn how Critical Response Group can streamline your grant application process for the School Mapping Data Program, enabling access to funds through a tailored approach that addresses the unique needs of each school while aligning with legislative goals.
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Critical Response Group Meets All Grant Requirements for the School Mapping Data Program of KRS Chapter 158
Providing law enforcement and first responders accurate information to help improve response time and navigate to the scene effectively. Our school mapping data solutions meet all School Mapping Data Program criteria:
- Compatible with software platforms used by local, county, state, and federal public safety agencies that provide emergency services to the specific school for which the data is provided without requiring such agencies to purchase additional software or requiring a fee to view or access the data
- Compatible with security software platforms in use by the participating school or district for which the data is provided without requiring the school or district to purchase additional software or requiring a fee to view or access the data
- Provided in a printable format and, if requested by a law enforcement or public safety agency or participating school or district, be in a digital file format that can be integrated into interactive mobile platforms in use
- Be verified by the Center for School Safety for accuracy by a walk-through of school buildings and grounds
- Be oriented to true north
- Include accurate floor plans overlaid on current, verified aerial imagery of campus
- Contain site-specific labeling that matches the structure of school buildings that includes room labels, hallway names or identifiers, external door or stairwell numbers, locations of hazards, critical utility locations, key boxes, automated external defibrillators, and trauma kits
- Contain site-specific labeling that matches the school grounds that includes parking areas, athletic fields, surrounding roads, and neighboring properties
- Be overlaid with a gridded coordinate system
- Not be modified or updated independently without corresponding updates to school mapping data within software platforms used by local, county, state, and federal public safety agencies that provide emergency services to the specific school
- Provide to public safety agencies and participating schools or districts the school mapping data developed pursuant to the program perpetually and at no cost to the public safety agencies or participating schools or districts
Our Proprietary Mapping Data Integrates with Kentucky’s Existing Public Safety Infrastructure
Critical Response Group school mapping data can easily be used with the existing public safety systems, platforms and technology that public safety utilizes everyday to ensure efficient emergency preparedness and response for schools across Kentucky.
30,000
Collaborative Response Graphics® Created
14,000
Schools Mapped Nationwide
3,750
Schools Mapped in the Midwest Region
Integrating With the Tools Kentucky Schools Trust
Our school mapping data seamlessly integrates into the technology platforms educational institutions across Kentucky deploy and trust, which ensures that our maps are always there when needed.
Still Have Questions?
Here are some answers to the most commonly asked questions.
What is school mapping data and how does it work?
School mapping data, which we often refer to as Collaborative Response Graphics® (CRGs), combine a gridded reference system, high-resolution imagery, floor plans, and critical features to create accurate and real-life depictions of facilities and their surroundings. By providing law enforcement and first responders with crucial information, they enhance response time and help navigate the scene efficiently.
Who benefits from school mapping data?
School mapping data benefits both law enforcement and educational institutions. For law enforcement, school mapping data enables coordination and collaboration, resulting in faster response times and decisive actions during crises. Educational institutions can enhance their emergency preparedness with school mapping data, ensuring efficient action plans and minimizing response time.
Who is eligible for the school mapping data grant in Kentucky?
Kentucky legislation provides funding for school mapping data through the School Mapping Data Program for each public school, public charter school, and any private school.
Do you have successful case studies of school mapping data implementation?
Yes, there have been successful case studies in various states and districts. For example, Wisconsin schools received $5 million in funding for school mapping data, Delaware and New Jersey had all of their public and private schools mapped and Virginia has had over 95% of their schools mapped by Critical Response Group.
What criteria must school mapping data meet according to Kentucky SB2 and KRS Chapter 158?
According to Kentucky Senate Bill 2, school mapping data must meet the following criteria:
- Compatible with software platforms used by local, county, state, and federal public safety agencies that provide emergency services to the specific school for which the data is provided without requiring such agencies to purchase additional software or requiring a fee to view or access the data
- Compatible with security software platforms in use by the participating school or district for which the data is provided without requiring the school or district to purchase additional software or requiring a fee to view or access the data
- Provided in a printable format and, if requested by a law enforcement or public safety agency or participating school or district, be in a digital file format that can be integrated into interactive mobile platforms in use
- Be verified by the Center for School Safety for accuracy by a walk-through of school buildings and grounds
- Be oriented to true north
- Include accurate floor plans overlaid on current, verified aerial imagery of 16 campus
- Contain site-specific labeling that matches the structure of school buildings that includes room labels, hallway names or identifiers, external door or stairwell numbers, locations of hazards, critical utility locations, key boxes, automated external defibrillators, and trauma kits
- Contain site-specific labeling that matches the school grounds that includes parking areas, athletic fields, surrounding roads, and neighboring properties
- Be overlaid with a gridded coordinate system
- Not be modified or updated independently without corresponding updates to school mapping data within software platforms used by local, county, state, and federal public safety agencies that provide emergency services to the specific school
- Provide to public safety agencies and participating schools or districts the school mapping data developed pursuant to the program perpetually and at no cost to the public safety agencies or participating schools or districts
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