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 Office) awarded a $500,000 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to OPP City Schools in Opp, Alabama. The purpose of this grant is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based school safety programs and technology. Specifically, the funding will be used by OPP City Schools to implement initiatives that enhance school security and promote a positive learning environment for all students. The grant has a performance period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027. This award demonstrates OPP City Schools' commitment to comprehensive educational improvement and student success through federal grant funding focused on school safety and community policing strategies.

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.