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The Edutopia Poll
by Sara Bernard
Due to the continuing threat of school violence, more and more schools are installing video surveillance systems on school grounds -- and in classrooms. Supporters argue that having cameras in place will deter deadly violence as well as theft, vandalism, and misbehavior. Opponents, however, contend that having a network of security cameras invades student and staff privacy, negatively affects the relationship between students and teachers, and may not even prevent crime. Are security cameras necessary for school safety? Tell us what you think.
