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 City of Melrose received a $139,088 Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710). The purpose of this grant is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based school safety programs and technology. Funding will be used by the City of Melrose to implement initiatives that enhance school security and promote a positive learning environment for students. This award is part of the COPS Office's efforts to support law enforcement agencies in developing and implementing community policing strategies that build partnerships, improve officer training, and address immediate public safety concerns.

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.