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 Bowlegs School District 3 was awarded a $497,287 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants (CFDA 16.710) program. The grant funding will be used by the school district to implement evidence-based programs that improve school security and promote a positive learning environment for all students. The grant aims to enhance public safety through collaborative partnerships between law enforcement and the school community, as well as improve officer de-escalation and crisis response capabilities. Key focus areas include mental health crisis intervention, virtual reality training technologies, officer wellness programs, and school safety enhancements.

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.