[DIKE, Iowa] — Schools in Iowa are taking steps to enhance safety through a new mapping initiative led by the Dike-New Hartford School District.

The district is the first in the state to fully map its buildings using special software as part of a program directed by the Iowa Department of Education. This initiative is a component of Gov. Kim Reynolds' school safety plan, designed to assist first responders by providing quick and effective access during emergencies.

"We've got responders here in the snap of a finger. Instead of them having to look for where the keybox is, they got instant access, know right where to go. In the end, student safety is preserved," Justin Stockdale, Dike-New Hartford Schools Superintendent, said.

The critical incident mapping program aims to bridge the gap b

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