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Free enterprise cloud VMS included with every NEXT sensor. Discover Anavio

The Future of School Security

AI-Powered Cameras Built for K–12 

Fortify your school with AI-driven visibility, instant investigations, proactive threat deterrence,
and real-time intelligence – all built into our NEXT camera system. Designed for schools of any size, 
NEXT AI cameras make protecting your campus simpler, faster, and more effective.
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Why is School Security Harder than Ever?

Keeping campuses safe is more challenging than ever. Most schools struggle with:
Limited Staff but
Growing Responsibilities
Administrators, safety officers, and IT teams can’t monitor every building, hallway, or entry point at once.
Reactive Systems
that Can’t Prevent Incidents
Most systems provide evidence after something goes wrong; they don't provide tools to deter threats or intervene in real time. 
Poor Visibility
When It Matters Most 
Night time and after-hours footage often isn’t usable, making vandalism, trespassing, and safety events harder to resolve.
Unpredictable
Costs and IT Workload
Licenses, renewals, and maintenance drain budgets, and slow, manual investigations waste valuable time that schools don’t have.

How We Help Schools Protect Students, Staff, and Campuses

A smarter way to secure campuses with AI-powered visibility, faster investigations,
proactive deterrence, and enterprise-grade cloud VMS included at no cost.
Smarter Prevention
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Automated LED + Audio Deterrence 
Built-in LED lights and two-way audio discourage trespassing, vandalism, and after-hours activity — eliminating the need for separate deterrence systems.
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AI Alerts for Unknown & Watchlisted Individuals
Receive alerts when unfamiliar individuals or people of interest are identified (included in our free cloud VMS), giving staff powerful intelligence without extra spend. 
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Real-Time Communication 
Use the camera’s lights and two-way audio for real-time communication during incidents, emergency drills, student accountability situations, or visitor interactions. 
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24/7 Color Clarity 
Unlike traditional IR, NEXT cameras capture full-color details day and night, giving administrators usable evidence to respond confidently to incidents, fights, vandalism, and safety concerns.
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Enhanced Identification for Faster Response
Full-color nighttime imaging helps schools spot details clearly,  improving student accountability, early intervention, and staff awareness. 
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Consistent Quality Across Every Campus Area 
Hallways, entrances, parking lots, and playgrounds are all covered with the same high evidence-quality footage, reducing blind spots and simplifying investigations across any location.
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Face-Based Search 
Investigators can locate individuals across hours of video in seconds, eliminating the need to scrub through footage manually. 
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Forensic Search by Clothing or Vehicles 
Search video by clothing color or by vehicle type and color to quickly find events and resolve cases immediately. 
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District-Wide Investigation 
Search across multiple schools instantly with one system. Perfect for districts where security teams need unified oversight. 
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Free Enterprise Cloud VMS 
No NVRs, no servers, and no recurring renewals mean lower IT burden and predictable budgeting year after year with enterprise cloud VMS included at no extra cost. 
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No Maintenance Required 
Automatic cloud-managed updates prevent outages, reduce downtime risk, and save district IT teams hours of manual work. 
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Effortless Management 
One intuitive platform gives admins and IT staff instant access to all cameras across buildings or districts. It’s easy to use, requires minimal training, and reduces the need for multiple systems.
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Vicon provides grant writing experts to ease the burden, unlock more opportunities, and guide schools through the grant writing process. We also cover the cost of grant writing for your projects.
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Free Enterprise
Cloud VMS Included
NEXT comes with a standard Anavio cloud VMS license at no additional cost — no servers, no renewal fees, and no hidden upgrades. Manage cameras, alerts, and investigations from anywhere, all without buying extra software.
Works Seamlessly with
Your Existing Systems
NEXT connects with the industry’s top VMS platforms, access control systems, and school safety tools — so you can upgrade security without replacing the technology you already use.
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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS

See What Our Customers Have to Say

Hear from the security integrators installing NEXT in the field.

Cloud-Based Security Without the IT Burden

We were specifically looking for a cloud-based solution that we could easily delegate access to. After deploying 600 Vicon NEXT Cameras with Anavio VMS, our principals, HR team, and school resource officers can quickly access the video they need without relying on IT. The intuitive platform has standardized security across our district, reduced our workload, and empowered staff to respond faster and more independently.
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Dale WeaverCIO / Director of Technology, Paducah Independent Schools

Always-On Protection, Even at Night

Our district needed to monitor remote buildings, parking lots, and athletic fields 24/7, especially at night, on weekends, and during summer break. Vicon’s NEXT Camera has been the perfect solution. Its built-in LED warning and audio alerts help deter trespassers, while always-in-color video captures important details like clothing, hair, and vehicle colors, even in the dark.
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Ronnie FisherMaintenance Specialist, Louisa County Public Schools

Find the Right Video, Faster

The post-incident search capabilities have been a game-changer, saving us time while delivering accurate results. We can search using specific criteria, such as a student’s clothing or a particular vehicle, and instantly find relevant video. Powerful workflows also helped us receive an immediate alert when a suspended student was detected at a football game.
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Scott DavisChief of Police, Paducah Public Schools

Easy Access. Exceptional Support.

By deploying Vicon’s NEXT Cameras and Anavio VMS, we were able to get great resolution video with web-based access from anywhere. This is especially valuable when we need to monitor specific areas during class transitions, lunch periods, and school events. From ease of access and ease of use to exceptional support, Vicon provides a security solution that truly puts students and staff first.
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Justin ArmsHead Principal, George Rogers Clark High School
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