2026 Agenda

School safety has become one of the most pressing priorities for educators and administrators, especially as campuses expand their reliance on video surveillance, IoT devices, and connected safety applications. Traditional Wi-Fi networks often fail to deliver the secure, reliable, and campus-wide coverage needed for critical operations, while public cellular networks do not provide the control or privacy that schools require.
In this session, hear the story of how The Thacher School in the Los Angeles area deployed private 5G to transform its safety and connectivity network infrastructure. This case study will demonstrate how private 5G can power seamless video surveillance across large outdoor areas, enable real-time communications for staff and first responders, and support IoT-based alerting and monitoring systems without overwhelming IT teams.

Panelists will discuss the deployment model, spectrum strategy, and integration with The Thacher School's existing IT and safety infrastructure, as well as lessons learned that other K-12 and higher education institutions can apply. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how private 5G can be deployed quickly, cost-effectively, and securely to make schools safer and more resilient.

Takeaway

• Learn how The Thacher School used private 5G to improve campus safety and in-building connectivity.
• Explore practical use cases including video surveillance, staff communications, and IoT alerting.
• Understand how ecosystem collaboration simplifies deployment.
• Gain actionable insights for replicating private 5G safety solutions in K-12 and higher education environments.