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 Mammoth Unified School District $406,308 on October 1, 2025, under the School Violence Prevention Program (CFDA 16.071) to implement evidence-based school security programs and technology in Mammoth Lakes, California.

The funding supports placement and use of metal detectors, locks, lighting, and other deterrent measures; acquisition and installation of technology for expedited law enforcement notification during emergencies; training for local law enforcement officers to prevent student violence; and coordination with local law enforcement. The award covers a three-year period through September 30, 2028, and is classified as a Project Grant.

The recipient, Mammoth Unified School District, is a local government school district entity serving the Mammoth Lakes area. The district has a track record of federal grant activity across educational and school safety initiatives, including prior awards under the Impact Aid Program and state pass-through funding for specialized programs supporting low-income and English language learner populations. Place of performance is Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546.

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