Ann Arbor Active Shooter Response

In Ann Arbor, LockNow Safety provides schools with the ability to act without delay when a threat arises. Our panic button feature allows any staff member to instantly notify the entire campus of an intruder, ensuring no time is lost. Developed through years of experience and cross-sector collaboration, the LockNow Safety App addresses the communication gaps that have proven deadly in past school emergencies. The key to a swift response is making sure everyone knows — immediately.

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Improving Your School Shooter Response in Ann Arbor

When an active threat alert is sent, school personnel receive the alert with an alarm to assure they receive the critical information. The app empowers selected personnel to issue an active shooter alert instantly upon recognizing a threat, greatly enhancing overall response time. Its intuitive, minimalistic design supports users in high-stress situations when their abilities may be compromised. The notification arrives and identifies the location of the threat on your campus allowing immediate situational awareness for all school personnel. This alert enables swift decision making based on where the intruder is located and what is the safest course of action for Ann Arbor staff and students. Ongoing internal communication is also enabled in the app to update everyone on movement of the intruder, missing students or where a class may be secured. Providing the location of the attacker without using location services is unique to the Locknow Safety App; we customize the app to the locations at your facility.

Active Shooter Alert Details

When an active threat alert is sent, users receive the alert with an alarm to assure they receive the critical information. The app empowers selected personnel to issue an active shooter alert instantly upon recognizing a threat, greatly enhancing overall response time. Its intuitive, minimalistic design supports users in high-stress situations when their abilities may be compromised. The notification arrives and identifies the location of the threat on your campus allowing immediate situational awareness for all school personnel. This alert enables swift decision making based on where the intruder is located and what is the safest course of action for staff and students. Ongoing internal communication is also enabled in the app to update everyone on movement of the intruder, missing students or where a class may be secured. Providing the location of the attacker without using location services is unique to the Locknow Safety App; we customize the app to the locations at your facility.

Preparation and Communication for an Intruder Event

  • Immediate alerts to your campus or campuses.
  • Active threat alerts or text alerts to your staff.
  • Location of the active threat provided with alert for immediate situational awareness and the safest decisions.
  • Simple communication for your entire staff to share critical information during an attack.
  • The ability to activate drills with the app so your practice communication matches a real crisis.
  • Include cooperating authorities, police and first responders in alerts.
  • Customized set up for each user and campus.
  • Personalized service for your staff. We communicate with troubled users directly removing admin from the process so they can focus on their job.
  • The fastest response possible when used in conjunction with other communication methods
  • Safety protocol resources for your campus to mirror protocol in the Locknow App.
  • Run, Hide, Fight active shooter response resources for your school or campus.
  • Free active threat response video training for your staff.
  • Free physical security assessment.
  • Discounted on site active shooter response training

Customizable

The Locknow Safety App is tailored to meet the unique needs of your campus. You decide who can send alerts, initiate drills, and manage permissions. We recommend giving all staff access to the panic button for active threat situations. During emergencies, the app simplifies communication, allowing users to receive updates, report issues, and share vital infor

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mation. You can also assign specific users to receive text alerts only. You determine each user’s permissions within the app, including who can activate alerts, receive notifications, and access critical communication during a crisis.Whether your school has one campus or several, Locknow gives you full control over user settings.

Authorities

The LockNow Safety App ensures that cooperating agencies and first responders stay informed during real emergencies and active shooter situations. They can be registered to receive app or text alerts for active threats only, bypassing drill notifications. This simultaneous alerting system helps emergency teams respond faster and more effectively when seconds matter most.  Locknow provides a no obligation free trial to you with no risk, simply CLICK HERE. 

What Are People Saying

Setup was quick with good instructions for our staff to follow, and most importantly, the app will be easy to operate in a high-stress situation, said Ritchie Kracht, Superintendent of Clark County School District.

The LockNow Safety App is committed to providing exceptional support to every school we serve. When technical issues arise, our team responds immediately, allowing administrators to stay focused on their responsibilities. With a founder who understands the pressures of school leadership firsthand, we ensure our service adds relief—not stress. Every user is treated with care because safety is our shared priority.

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Locknow Safety Founder

Randy is a seasoned school administrator and school protection officer with more than 29 years of experience. Locknow Safety was founded in response to his concerns about school safety gaps and the need for stronger protective measures. He understands the vulnerabilities schools face and the level of planning required to keep students and staff secure. Randy’s commitment to safety drives his mission to support others in creating safer environments. With extensive experience in facility safety practices and crisis communication, he is a certified instructor who provides safety training and guidance for schools, churches, and businesses. He has worked through every phase of the security process—from proactive preparation to threat response and evaluation.

Safety Is Our Passion

Every school deserves the highest level of safety and preparedness, and we are committed to helping you achieve it. Our passion for protecting students and staff is reflected in the many free resources we provide, including safety protocol graphics and active shooter response plans. We believe that strong preparation builds confidence and resilience. If your school needs panic button technology to strengthen emergency communication, email us at TEAM@LOCKNOWAPP.COM. We know how challenging crisis communication can be. Our system was built to simplify alerts, improve coordination, and reduce response times when every second matters.

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About Ann Arbor

Ann arbor is a city in the u.s. State of michigan and the county seat of washtenaw county. The 2010 census recorded its population to be 113,934, making it the sixth largest city in michigan. Ann arbor is home to the university of michigan. The university significantly shapes ann arbors economy is also centered on high technology, with several companies drawn to the area by the universitys founders, both named ann, and the stands of bur oak trees. The university of michigan moved from detroit to ann arbor in 1837, and the city grew at a rapid rate in the early to mid-20th century. During the 1960s and 1970s, the city gained a reputation as a center for left-wing politics. Ann arbor became a focal point for political activism, such as opposition to the vietnam war and support for the legalization of cannabis. According to the united states census bureau, the city has a total area of 28.70 square miles, of which, 27.83 square miles of it is land and 0.87 square miles is water, much of which is part of the huron river. Ann arbor is about 35 miles. As of the 2010 u.s. Census, there were 113,934 people, 20,502 families, and 47,060 households residing in the city. The population density was 4,093.9 people per square mile, 7.7% black or african american, 0.3% native american, 14.4% asian, 0.0% native hawaiian or pacific islander, 1.0% from other races, and 3.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or latino residents of any race made up 4.1% of the population. Ann arbor has a small population of arab americans, including students as well as local lebanese and palestinians.

If your school is seeking assistance with enhancing your instituion’s safety measures, feel free to contact us at team@locknowapp.com. Our team specializes in providing comprehensive safety solutions for churches, schools, and businesses. We are dedicated to helping you create a secure and welcoming environment that allows your school to grow with peace of mind.

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