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 Knox County Schools Inc. was awarded a $493,677 project grant from the Department of Justice Offices Boards and Divisions Community Oriented Policing Program under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710). 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 Knoxville, Tennessee. As the goal of the Community Oriented Policing Program is to enhance public safety through community policing strategies and partnerships, this award will allow the Knox County School District to implement evidence-based programs in collaboration with law enforcement to promote a positive learning environment through improved security measures.

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.