LockNow Safety empowers schools near Sauk rapids with active shooter alert systems and proven training strategies that support proactive safety planning and an immediate response. Our mobile application enables school teams to respond instantly to active threats, minimizing confusion and maximizing protection. When seconds count, The LockNow Safety App ensures your campus is ready. LockNow technology and active threat response training not only prepares your staff, it empowers them in preparedness and provides a plan to take action.

Intruder Alert and Response

LockNow Safety empowers schools of every size throughout the Sauk rapids region to respond instantly to active threats. With our panic button system, any staff member can trigger a campus-wide active threat alert the moment danger is detected. Built through deep collaboration with experts in education, law enforcement, and emergency response, the LockNow Safety App eliminates communication delays seen in tragedies like Parkland and Uvalde.Rapid awareness is the foundation of a fast and effective response.

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Active Shooter Alert Details

Alert Details

The LockNow Safety App ensures that when an active threat alert is sent, users receive both an audible alarm and a detailed notification. The alert identifies the threat’s location, enabling fast, informed decisions by school personnel. The app enables any staff you select to activate the active shooter alert the instant a threat is observed, drastically improving response time. The simplistic design is created for stressful situations when user capabilites are compromized. Built-in communication tools allow staff to report intruder movement, missing students, and secure areas in real time. This system delivers location-specific alerts without relying on GPS, customized to your facility’s structure to enhance safety and coordination.

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

Locknow Safety App gives you the flexibility to design a safety system that fits your campus’s unique structure and protocols. From setting alert permissions and drill access to defining user roles, you’re in control. We recommend enabling panic button access for all staff to ensure immediate action during critical events. The app also supports real-time communication, helping users stay informed, report issues, and share updates. You have full control over user capabilities—deciding who can trigger alerts, receive them, and view essential crisis communication. Whether you need text-only alerts for select users or centralized management across multiple campuses, Locknow adapts to your needs.

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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

Korey Miles, Superintendent of Mound City Schools, stated: We have used the LockNow Safety App in real crisis situations, unfortunately two times. It has enabled us to alert our staff immediately and keep them up to date as the event unfolded. It gives our staff peace of mind that we can communicate immediately.

Schools using LockNow Safety benefit from responsive, personalized support. Our team takes over when technology challenges arise, removing the burden from administrators. With leadership experience at our core, we know how to serve without adding stress. Every person is treated individually because safety is not just a system—it’s a commitment.

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Locknow Safety Founder

Randy’s extensive career as a school administrator and school protection officer spans nearly 30 years, giving him a deep understanding of school safety challenges. He founded Locknow Safety after witnessing recurring communication failures and security concerns in school environments. Randy is committed to helping others improve their preparedness through education and practical safety tools. As a certified instructor in facility safety, he leads comprehensive safety training programs for schools, churches, and businesses. His expertise includes planning, threat response, and evaluating safety systems to support stronger protection for every organization.

Safety Is Our Passion

Your school community deserves reliable protection and dependable communication during emergencies. Our passion for school safety drives us to equip teams with clear, effective resources. We provide free safety protocol graphics, active shooter response plans, and step-by-step emergency guides to support your preparation efforts. Our goal is to help your school maintain confidence and readiness every day. If you’re exploring panic button technology to improve emergency response, contact us at TEAM@LOCKNOWAPP.COM. We understand the communication challenges schools face during crises. Our platform was engineered to streamline alerts, improve coordination, and shorten response times. Your safety goals are our mission.

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About Sauk Rapids

Sauk rapids is a city in benton county, minnesota, united states. The population was 12,773 at the 2010 census and is 13,879 according to 2018 census estimates. It is located on a set of rapids on the mississippi river near its confluence with the sauk river. Sauk rapids is part of the st. Cloud metropolitan statistical area. According to the united states census bureau, the city has a total area of 6.35 square miles, of which 6.10 square miles is land and 0.25 square miles is water. As of the census of 2010, there were 12,773 people, 4,960 households, and 3,222 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,093.9 inhabitants per square mile. There were 5,219 housing units at an average density of 855.6 per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 94.9% white, 1.2% african american, 0.5% native american, 1.2% asian, 0.4% from other races, and 1.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or latino of any race were 1.8% of the population.

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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