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 $374,625 Project Grant award from 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) will be used by Norwood Elementary School in Peoria, Illinois to implement evidence-based programs to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment. The funding, which will be provided from October 2024 through September 2027, will support the school's efforts to enhance safety and security on campus through school safety programs and technology. The COPS Office program focuses on developing community policing strategies and partnerships to address public safety issues, including initiatives related to mental health crisis intervention, officer training, and school safety.

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.