Determine the need for cameras. There are a few potential problems that arise at schools that can lead to the use of security cameras, such as inappropriate teacher and student relationships or violence in the classroom. This establishes a need.
Obtain evidence to support the need for surveillance in classrooms. For example, obtain newspaper articles about fights in the classroom, inappropriate behavior from teachers that took place in the classroom or any similar situation where cameras might prevent problems or where cameras could solve the problem.
Address privacy concerns. Invasion of privacy is one of the main considerations and arguments against classroom surveillance. Infowars.net states that one of the privacy concerns is establishing which groups have access to the video surveillance and potential use of images in inappropriate locations. Set up only specific groups, such as police officers, who have access to the surveillance, and determine where cameras will not be located for reasonable privacy, such as restrooms and locker rooms.
Determine which group deals with safety in schools. Usually, the state board of education is the appropriate group to install the cameras. Some areas might need a court order or the police to put in the cameras as well. Show the evidence previously collected to give reasons for the cameras and request classroom surveillance. The police or board of education are usually responsible for putting in the cameras.