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 $500,000 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the Msad 17 Oxford Hills School District in South Paris, Maine. 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 all students. Key focus areas include enhancing school safety technology, providing staff training on de-escalation and crisis response, and developing collaborative partnerships between the school district, law enforcement, and community stakeholders. The 3-year grant period runs from Oct 1, 2024 to Sep 30, 2027, with the goal of advancing the COPS Office's community policing strategies to create safer schools and build trust between law enforcement and the 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.