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 Lane Education Service District received a $262,500 project grant award from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Program to implement the School Violence Prevention Program. The grant period runs from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2025.

Under this Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program, Lane ESD will use the funding to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment through evidence-based programs. Specifically, the organization will work to enhance safety at schools and on school grounds within Eugene, Oregon through school safety programs and technology. The goal is to develop security measures and address the underlying conditions that can lead to issues like crime, disorder, and lack of safety.

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.