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 Ririe Joint School District was awarded a $279,469 project grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Office under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program. The grant will fund school safety programs and technology from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2025 to improve security at schools and on school grounds in Ririe, Idaho. As part of its community policing strategies, the COPS Office provides funding to implement evidence-based programs to enhance school security and foster positive learning environments for students. This particular award will support the Ririe Joint School District's efforts to advance public safety through collaborative community partnerships and problem-solving techniques focused on immediate public safety issues.

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.