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 School District 103 in Lyons, Illinois $500,000 under the School Violence Prevention Program (CFDA 16.071) on October 1, 2025 to improve school security through evidence-based safety programs and technology.

The district will implement security enhancements including metal detector placement and use, emergency notification technology for expedited law enforcement coordination, lighting, locks, and other deterrent measures. The award supports coordination with local law enforcement and training for officers to prevent student violence.

The funding period runs through September 30, 2028. Place of performance is Lyons, IL 60534. This is a Project Grant assistance type with a three-year performance term. The district must submit semiannual programmatic performance reports and quarterly SF-425 financial reports, with a final closeout report due upon completion. All award decisions are final and not subject to appeal. Extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis for up to 12 additional months if requested prior to the award end date.

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