The Texas Education Agency (TEA) has mandated that each school district and open-enrollment charter school adopt campus safety procedures – one of which is installing entry-resistant film on windows on the ground level, glass doors and windows near doors.

Smart glass and film can act as an invisible layer of protection with its ability to go from clear to frosted on demand. As curtains or shades will never match this level of instant privacy, there has been a surge in demand for smart glass and smart film. Smart Glass Country has announced that it is offering its switchable glass products at a discounted price to schools both in Texas and nationwide.

According to the company, smart glass is also much safer than conventional window treatments as it can be controlled contactlessly, meaning teachers and personnel do not need to risk going near the glass to obtain privacy. With a single push of a panic button, all smart glass in any given building will immediately switch from clear to frosted – helping keep occupants secure.

Additionally, many schools prefer glass walls and partitions as it makes campuses look bigger, more open and more connected. Increased transparency also makes schools safer, as it gives intruders fewer places to hide and makes surveillance easier. Thanks to switchable glass and film, schools can enjoy the benefits of an open and transparent educational environment while enhancing security.

Schools across Texas have been rushing to meet the TEA’s August 2023 deadline to plan and procure contractors to meet new safety standards. Smart Glass Country says that this has many schools including smart film as part of their overall upgrades because it can easily be applied to any existing glass surface to transform it into smart glass. Fortunately, schools got a boost thanks to the State of Texas Legislative Budget Board who recently approved $400 million for increased security measures in schools.