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 South Routt Re-3 School District was awarded a $120,000 project grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program. The three-year award beginning October 1, 2022 will fund school safety programs and technology to improve security at schools and on school grounds in Oak Creek, Colorado. As part of its community policing strategy, the COPS Office program aims to enhance public safety through collaborative problem solving between law enforcement and communities. Funding will support evidence-based programs and partnerships to create a positive learning environment for students.

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.