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 Merced Union High School District was awarded a $123,404 Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) project grant by the Department of Justice to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment. The grant period runs from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025. Funds will support evidence-based programs and school safety technologies to enhance security at schools and on grounds in Atwater, California. The COPS Office Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program aims to advance public safety through community policing strategies and collaborative problem solving between law enforcement and communities.

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.