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 City of Pleasantville will receive $489,810 under a three-year Project Grant award from the Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office. The grant funding will support the COPS Office School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP), which aims to improve school security and promote positive learning environments through evidence-based programs.

Specifically, the City of Pleasantville will implement school safety programs and acquire security-related technology with this funding. The project aligns with the goals of the COPS Office Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program to enhance public safety through community policing strategies and partnerships between law enforcement and local communities. 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.