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 Harrisburg School District 7 will receive $500,000 through a three-year Project Grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Program. The grant funds the School Violence Prevention Program, with the goal of improving school security and fostering a positive learning environment through evidence-based programs.

As part of the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program, the funding will support the district's implementation of collaborative problem-solving and organizational strategies to address public safety issues. Specifically, the district will develop community partnerships and utilize problem-oriented policing methods to prevent crime, social disorder, and violence in schools. This includes the use of scanning, analysis, response, and assessment to identify and reduce safety problems. The grant period spans from October 1, 2022 to 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.