The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) awarded a $225,000 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the Leland School District in Leland, MS. The grant funding will be used by the school district to implement evidence-based programs and technology to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment for students. As a subrecipient, the Leland School District has previously participated in other federal grant programs such as the Child Nutrition Program, Special Education, and COVID-19 relief funding to provide student services and support the overall function of primary and secondary education. The award period for this COPS Office grant is from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.
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