Prosper Independent School District
“Students come to school to learn — they shouldn’t think about their safety. And parents shouldn’t have to worry about whether their kids are safe at school. Verkada’s technology helps us deliver that peace of mind.” — Curtis Henderson, Director of Technology Network Services at Prosper ISD
Challenge
Prosper Independent School District (ISD) is one of the fastest-growing districts in Texas, spanning 58.5 square miles and serving over 32,000 students and 4,200 staff. As the district rapidly expanded — with four new campuses set to open in 2025 — it needed a modern, scalable security solution that could evolve alongside its growth and reinforce community trust.
With Verkada, the district now benefits from an integrated security system that streamlines processes, enhances visibility across campuses, and enables faster, more informed responses during emergencies and investigations.
Solution
Prosper ISD partnered with Verkada to modernize its security infrastructure. The district deployed Verkada’s integrated video security, access control systems, and intercoms across campuses, with plans to expand into guest management and license plate recognition (LPR) technology. The school district is aiming to complete a full migration to Verkada by the end of 2025.
From a single, cloud-based interface, the Prosper ISD team can:
Monitor real-time video across all campuses
Initiate campus-wide lockdowns in seconds
Quickly retrieve video evidence during incidents
Remotely control and audit door access across thousands of entries
School officers and dispatchers monitor campuses on a live video wall, providing immediate updates to responding officers — even before they arrive on-site.
“In an emergency, seconds matter. With Verkada, we can initiate a lockdown in seconds and relay real-time video to officers on the way.” — Jody Woolverton, Assistant Chief of Police at Prosper ISD Police Department
Impact
Since adopting Verkada, Prosper ISD has streamlined its emergency response and reduced investigation time. From identifying incidents to responding to nearby criminal activity, the district’s team is equipped to act quickly and confidently.
Fast response time: Officers can assess incidents remotely and react in real-time.
Simplified usability: An intuitive dashboard allows staff to locate specific footage or door access logs in seconds.
Scalable deployment: The system is easy to expand as the district opens new campuses.
“The system is so intuitive and easy to use that it’s dramatically reduced the time we spend searching through footage.” — Curtis Henderson, Director of Technology Network Services at Prosper ISD
Looking Ahead
As Prosper ISD continues to grow, it sees Verkada as a long-term partner in protecting students, staff, and school communities. The technology has also strengthened collaboration with local law enforcement, helping to coordinate drills and real-world investigations more effectively.