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 $140,625 Project Grant under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants program (CFDA 16.710) to the Perquimans County School District in Hertford, North Carolina. The purpose of this grant is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through the implementation of evidence-based programs that enhance school safety and promote a positive learning environment for all students. The funding will be used by the school district to support initiatives that align with the key components of community policing, including developing community partnerships, organizational transformation, and problem-solving strategies to address issues related to school violence prevention.

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.