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 $324,376 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the Monroe County School District in Amory, Mississippi. The purpose of this grant is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based school safety programs and technology. The funding will be used by the school district to implement initiatives that enhance school security and promote a positive learning environment for all students. This grant supports the COPS Office's mission of assisting state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies in advancing public safety through community policing strategies.

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.