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 School Board of the City of Virginia Beach (Awardee) received a $389,025 Project Grant award from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office to implement school safety programs under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program. The grant period is from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025. Funding will support evidence-based programs and technology solutions to improve security and foster a positive learning environment at schools in Virginia Beach, in alignment with the COPS Office's mission to enhance public safety through community policing strategies. Notable details include the grant's focus on collaborative problem solving between law enforcement and community partners to address 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.