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 York School District One will receive $114,407 under a three-year Project Grant from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services Office. The grant funds the School Violence Prevention Program, which aims to improve school security and foster a positive learning environment through evidence-based programs.

Specifically, the School District will implement collaborative community policing strategies and problem-solving techniques to enhance school safety. This includes developing partnerships between law enforcement and schools to address immediate public safety issues. The grant also supports organizational changes and information systems to further community partnerships and proactive prevention of issues like crime and disorder. The funding will be applied from October 2022 through September 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.