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

This $500,000 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) Project Grant was awarded by the U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Community Oriented Policing Services on October 1, 2024. The purpose of the SVPP grant (CFDA 16.710) is to improve security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based safety programs and technology. The grant recipient, Caruthersville School District, will use the funding to implement programs that enhance school security and promote a positive learning environment for students. The award has a performance period of 3 years, from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2027. As a school district, Caruthersville is eligible for a range of federal educational grants, including Title I, IDEA, and COVID-19 relief funds, demonstrating their comprehensive approach to supporting student needs.

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.