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 (COPS Office) awarded $302,528 to Spirit Lake Community Schools on October 1, 2025, under the School Violence Prevention Program (CFDA 16.071) to implement evidence-based school safety programs at schools and on school grounds in Spirit Lake, Iowa.

The award funds security improvements including 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; coordination with local law enforcement; and training for local law enforcement officers to prevent student violence against others and self. The recipient, doing business as Spirit Lake Community School District, is responsible for implementing these improvements through evidence-based programs developed after consultation with law enforcement, licensed mental health professionals, social workers, students, parents, school violence researchers, teachers, principals, and other school personnel.

The period of performance runs from October 1, 2025, through September 30, 2028. The award carries obligations for semiannual programmatic performance reporting and quarterly Federal Financial Reports, as well as participation in COPS Office monitoring activities including site visits and enhanced office-based reviews.

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