District approves $1.1 million security-camera upgrade at both high schools

What happened

Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District approved a new security-camera system for Los Gatos High School and Saratoga High School. The cameras will improve coverage in outdoor spaces and indoor common areas; they will not be placed in classrooms or bathrooms and will not record audio.

Why it matters to families

The existing camera system was described as inadequate and experiencing technology failures, and the upgrade is intended to address campus-safety assessment recommendations. The $1.1 million project is a substantial district investment in improved campus security coverage.

The evidence

At its Nov. 12, 2026 meeting, the board unanimously approved Resolution 2627-06 for security cameras, software and installation. Staff said the system would improve on existing campus coverage, fulfill a component of the Knowledge Saves Lives safety-plan recommendations, cost just over $1.1 million and be paid from the district's capital-outlay reserve. The board was told cameras would cover outdoor and common areas, not classrooms or bathrooms, and would capture video without audio.

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