Midland ISD Adopts ZeroEyes AI Gun Detection System

The school district will install the AI-based platform across 40 campuses to strengthen school safety and speed threat alerts.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Midland Independent School District (MISD) has announced the implementation of ZeroEyes, an AI-based gun detection video analytics platform, across its 40 campuses. The system is designed to quickly identify firearms and alert law enforcement within 3-5 seconds of detection, providing 'actionable intelligence' to help respond to potential threats. MISD joins other local organizations like Midland Christian School and Stonegate Fellowship that have already adopted the ZeroEyes technology to enhance their security measures.

Why it matters

School safety is a top priority for MISD, which serves around 29,000 students and 3,200 staff members. The addition of the ZeroEyes AI gun detection system is part of the district's 'comprehensive learning environment' and 'layered security measures' to help staff respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations.

The details

ZeroEyes' AI software integrates with existing security cameras to identify firearms. When a gun is detected, the system instantly shares images and details with a team of specially trained military and law enforcement veterans, who then dispatch alerts and 'actionable intelligence' to local law enforcement. MISD Chief of Police Robert Doporto stated that the new system will enhance the district's ability to prevent incidents before they happen and help ensure students and staff feel safe.

  • In September 2025, Midland Christian School announced the installation of the ZeroEyes technology on its campus.
  • In January 2026, Stonegate Fellowship decided to add ZeroEyes as part of its $40 million expansion.
  • MISD plans to open two new high schools in August 2028.

The players

Midland Independent School District (MISD)

A school district in Midland, Texas that serves around 29,000 students and 3,200 staff members across 40 campuses.

ZeroEyes

An AI-based gun detection video analytics platform that integrates with existing security cameras to quickly identify firearms and alert law enforcement.

Robert Doporto

The Chief of Police for Midland Independent School District.

Mike Lahiff

The CEO and co-founder of ZeroEyes.

Midland Christian School

A private school in Midland, Texas that installed the ZeroEyes technology on its campus in September 2025.

Stonegate Fellowship

A church in Midland, Texas that decided to add ZeroEyes as part of its $40 million expansion in January 2026.

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What they’re saying

“We were introduced to them through one of our parents at Midland Christian School, who had local ties to a local school that has utilized the technology for a couple of years now.”

— Gregory Anderson, President of Midland Christian School (mrt.com)

“Stonegate Fellowship uses ZeroEyes as part of our commitment to providing a safe, welcoming environment where people can worship, grow, and gather with peace of mind.”

— Larry Gilbert, Executive Pastor of Stonegate Fellowship (mrt.com)

“Our main priority is school safety, and we believe bringing ZeroEyes into the district enhances our ability to prevent incidents before they happen and helps ensure students and staff feel safe in a learning environment they can look forward to each day.”

— Robert Doporto, Chief of Police, Midland Independent School District (mrt.com)

“ZeroEyes is proud to be a part of the district's security approach.”

— Mike Lahiff, CEO and Co-founder of ZeroEyes (mrt.com)

What’s next

MISD plans to open two new high schools in August 2028 that will also feature the ZeroEyes AI gun detection system.

The takeaway

The adoption of the ZeroEyes AI gun detection platform by MISD, Midland Christian School, and Stonegate Fellowship demonstrates a growing trend among educational and community institutions to prioritize advanced security measures and proactive threat detection to ensure the safety of students, staff, and visitors.