Media release from Floyd County, GA Schools:
Floyd County Schools (FCS) is taking bold new steps to further strengthen the safety and security of its students, staff, and campuses.
Beginning in the upcoming school year, FCS will implement enhanced security protocols through a new partnership with Global K9 Protection Group, a nationally recognized leader in K9 detection services. Some notable partners of Global K9 include Delta Air Lines, the Department of Homeland Security, Monumental Sports and Entertainment, and the Transportation Security Administration.
As part of this initiative, dual-purpose K9 officers—trained to detect both firearms and illegal drugs—will be introduced into the school environment. These highly trained K9 teams will undergo specialized training this summer and are scheduled to be active in Floyd County schools starting the 2025–26 academic year.
“We are excited to partner with Global K9 Protection Group,” said Sgt. Stephen Wacker. “This partnership will add another proactive layer to the comprehensive security measures we already have in place. These dual-purpose K9s will serve as a powerful deterrent and an added resource in our efforts to keep schools safe for everyone.”
In addition to the K9 units, FCS is increasing its overall law enforcement presence by adding more School Resource Officers (SROs) and maintaining the current practice of placing off-duty police officers at each school campus, a practice that was implemented this school year and has been a great addition for each location.
We are incredibly thankful for our ongoing partnership with the Floyd County Police Department (FCPD) and the vital work they do for our schools and students every day. This partnership continues to grow stronger, and we are pleased to share that the department has recently introduced yet another safety tool—the FCPD app. Among its many features, one key function allows users to submit anonymous tips by school, which are immediately routed to the appropriate personnel, allowing for a quicker and more effective response.
These combined efforts represent a proactive, comprehensive, and layered approach to school safety, reflecting FCS’ ongoing commitment to creating secure, welcoming environments for learning.
“Ensuring the safety of our students and staff is our top priority,” said Dr. Glenn White, Superintendent of Floyd County Schools. “The addition of highly trained K9 units represents another important step in strengthening the measures already in place across our campuses. This partnership, and our continued partnership with the Floyd County Police Department, reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a secure and supportive learning environment.”
