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) awarded a $391,345 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to Jefferson Schools in Newport, Michigan. The purpose of this COPS Office School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) grant is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through the implementation of evidence-based safety programs and technology. The funding will be used by Jefferson Schools, a local government school district, to enhance school security and promote a positive learning environment for students. This award builds upon two previous SVPP grants totaling $691,345 that the school district has received to support its commitment to comprehensive educational support, including initiatives focused on academic achievement, teacher effectiveness, student nutrition, and overall school safety and infrastructure improvements.

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.