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 $317,126 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the New Holstein School District in New Holstein, Wisconsin. The grant funding will be used by the school district to implement evidence-based programs and technology to improve school security and promote a positive learning environment for all students. Key focus areas include acquiring security technology, providing officer training on crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, and developing collaborative partnerships between the school district and community stakeholders to enhance public safety. The three-year grant period runs from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027.

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.