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 Abernathy Independent School District was awarded a $109,512 Community Oriented Policing Services School Violence Prevention Program project grant from the Department of Justice to implement evidence-based programs and improve school security. Funding will support the School Violence Prevention Program's goal of enhancing security at schools and on school grounds through school safety programs and technology. As outlined in the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710), grant funds will be used for collaborative problem solving, organizational transformation, and analysis of identified safety issues to develop and evaluate effective violence prevention responses. The three-year grant period extends from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025.

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.