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

This Project Grant award, with a total funding amount of $500,000.00, was provided by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office) under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710). The purpose of this grant is to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment through the implementation of evidence-based programs and technology at Big Hollow School District 38 in Ingleside, Illinois. The performance period for this award is from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2027. The grant funding will be used by the school district to enhance school safety and security initiatives, with a focus on developing collaborative partnerships between law enforcement and the community to proactively address issues related to crime, social disorder, and fear of crime.

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