[Macon, Georgia] – Catholic private school, Mount de Sales Academy, located in Macon, Georgia, proudly announces the implementation of a new, state-of-the-art security system through a partnership with Invision Technologies, LLC, a national leader in school safety solutions. This transformative step strengthens the Academy’s unwavering commitment to student safety. It supports one of the Academy’s five strategic goals to Enhance Campus Spaces, ensuring an environment where every Cavalier is challenged, inspired, and empowered—mind, body, and soul.
This upgrade follows a series of comprehensive campus safety and security audits and trainings by Officer Clint Westbrook, a GEMA/Homeland Security representative. These audits resulted in the installation of controlled key card building access and improved campus-wide monitoring.
Mount de Sales Academy has a longstanding tradition of innovation and leadership in Middle Georgia. It was the first independent school in the region to install internet on campus, run fiber between buildings, and provide iPads to students in 2011, setting a precedent for academic and technological excellence. Today, the Academy continues to be at the forefront of innovation and safety, implementing this significant security upgrade even before future mandates from the State of Georgia go into effect.
“This is about reaffirming our mission to provide a safe and empowering environment where students can grow holistically,” said Brendan O’Kane, President of Mount de Sales Academy. “Mount de Sales has always led with vision, and this investment in safety continues that legacy.”
The installation is made possible in part by the generous support of the school community, the Grassmann Trust, and the momentum created by the $350,000 challenge grant: Commit to the Cavaliers. As the campaign gains traction, it will be pivotal in transformative projects like this one that directly impact the student experience.
“Every gift to the challenge grant is a gift toward fulfilling our strategic plan’s focus of Tradition Meets Tomorrow,” said Brendan. “We are deeply thankful for the donors who believe in our mission, and we encourage continued support to help us build a brighter future for Mount de Sales.”
As the Academy continues to lead in faith and innovation, this upgrade represents a significant step toward sustaining a secure and spiritually enriching campus for all. The new security system will be installed over the summer and will be in full operation for the start of the 2025-2026 academic year.
About Mount de Sales Academy
Mount de Sales Academy, an independent Catholic school established in 1876 and sponsored and inspired by the Sisters of Mercy, is a Christ-centered college preparatory community of learners who are poised to discover, challenged to innovate, and motivated to serve. www.mountdesales.net
About Invision Technologies
Empowering Communities Through TechnolInvision was founded in 2007 with the express purpose of “empowering communities through technology.” Invision Technologies provides comprehensive solutions for all business technology needs. We serve South and Middle Georgia with state-of-the-art technology, skilled technicians, and a personalized approach to your business’s services.