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 U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) awarded a $364,170 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the Clackamas County School District No. 53 in Colton, Oregon. The funding will be used by the school district to implement evidence-based programs to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment for all students. This grant aligns with the COPS Office's mission to assist state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies in enhancing public safety through the implementation of community policing strategies, including developing partnerships between law enforcement and communities. The district has a history of leveraging federal grants, including multiple sub-awards from the Oregon Department of Education, to support various educational initiatives and emergency relief efforts.

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.