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 federal Project Grant award of $500,000 from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (CFDA 16.710 - Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants) will be used by the Benton Harbor Area Schools to implement evidence-based programs to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment. The funding will support the organization's efforts to enhance physical security, implement new safety technologies, and develop community-oriented policing strategies to build trust between law enforcement and students. As a public school district, Benton Harbor Area Schools will leverage this federal grant to advance their comprehensive approach to improving educational outcomes and student welfare through collaborative partnerships and proactive problem-solving initiatives.

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.