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 Kemp Independent School District was awarded a $375,000 project grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Program to implement the School Violence Prevention Program. The grant period runs from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2025.

Under this Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710), Kemp ISD will use the funding to improve school security and foster a positive learning environment through evidence-based programs. Specifically, the district will work with community partners and law enforcement to develop solutions that enhance school safety and build trust through collaborative problem solving techniques. This includes implementing strategies around community partnerships, organizational transformation, and problem-oriented policing - the key pillars of the COPS Office's community policing model.

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.