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 U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) awarded a $495,000 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the Greenland School District NO. 95 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The funding will be used by the school district to implement evidence-based programs that improve school security and promote a positive learning environment for students. Key focus areas include enhancing school safety through technology and training, fostering collaborative partnerships between law enforcement and the community, and supporting organizational transformation within the school district to prioritize community engagement and trust-building. The 3-year grant period runs 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.