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 $499,800 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) grant awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (CFDA 16.710) will be used by the Greater Johnstown School District to implement evidence-based programs to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment. The funding will be used to enhance physical security measures and implement innovative community policing strategies at schools within the district's jurisdiction. The grant has a project period from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027, and aims to build collaborative partnerships between law enforcement, school administrators, and community stakeholders to address the immediate conditions contributing to public safety issues on school campuses.

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.