The purpose of the cops office school violence prevention program (svpp) is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through school safety programs and technology

The Brockton Public Schools were awarded a $391,148 project grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Office to implement the School Violence Prevention Program. The grant period runs from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025.

Under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program, the funding will support evidence-based programs and technologies to improve security and foster a positive learning environment at Brockton schools. Specifically, the Brockton Public Schools will work with community partners and law enforcement to develop collaborative solutions and increase trust through organizational transformation and problem-solving approaches. This includes aligning resources, personnel training, and information systems to enable proactive engagement on issues through strategic planning and policy evaluation.

Funding under this award program will be used by the school jurisdiction to implement evidence-based programs to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment for all students.