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 Esparto Unified School District was awarded a $497,831 Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants (CFDA 16.710) program. 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. The goal of the program is to enhance public safety by developing collaborative partnerships between law enforcement and the community, improving officer de-escalation and crisis response capabilities, and implementing innovative approaches to crime prevention, such as mental health crisis intervention, virtual reality training technologies, and officer wellness programs. The award has a performance period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.

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