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 Department of Justice Community Oriented Policing Program awarded Coxsackie-Athens Central School District $217,466 on October 1, 2025, under the School Violence Prevention Program (CFDA 16.071) to improve security at schools and on school grounds through evidence-based programs. The award funds coordination with local law enforcement, training for law enforcement officers to prevent student violence, placement and use of metal detectors, locks, lighting and other deterrent measures, acquisition and installation of technology for expedited notification of local law enforcement during emergencies, and other measures to improve school security as determined by the COPS Office Director. The recipient is Coxsackie-Athens CSD, a local government entity located in Coxsackie, New York, where the work will be performed. The period of performance extends from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028. The award is structured as a three-year Project Grant, with the recipient responsible for semiannual programmatic performance reports and quarterly federal financial reports, along with final closeout reporting. Award decisions are final and not subject to appeal. Extensions beyond the three-year term may be considered on a case-by-case basis for up to twelve additional months when requested prior to the end date.

Funding under this award program will be used by the school jurisdiction to implement evidence-based programs to improve school security.