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 $112,500 Project Grant to the National Park Board of Education (National Park School District) on October 1, 2024 under the Public Safety Partnership and Community Policing Grants (CFDA 16.710) program. The purpose of this grant is to implement evidence-based programs that will improve security at schools and on school grounds, as well as promote a positive learning environment for all students within the National Park, NJ jurisdiction. Specifically, the funding will be used by the school district to enhance school safety and security through the systematic use of partnerships and problem-solving techniques that support 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.