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 Monroe County Board of Education was awarded a $391,769 Project Grant under the U.S. Department of Justice's 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 security and promote a positive learning environment at schools in Tompkinsville, Kentucky. The grant aims to enhance school safety through comprehensive training, technology acquisition, and organizational development initiatives focused on community policing strategies. Key areas of support include mental health crisis intervention, virtual reality training technologies, officer wellness programs, and school safety enhancements that prioritize community engagement and trust-building between law enforcement and the school community.

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.