This Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (CFDA 16.839 STOP School Violence Program) provides $1,000,000 to the Lansing School District in Lansing, Michigan to implement a comprehensive school violence prevention program. The key products and services to be delivered include:
- Implementing anonymous tip/reporting systems for students, staff, and the community to identify potential safety concerns.
- Creating district and school-level behavior threat assessment teams to evaluate and respond to identified threats.
- Providing professional development and training for educators and students on school violence prevention strategies and improving school climate.
- Strengthening partnerships with law enforcement and community organizations to enhance school safety.
- Increasing awareness among district, school, family, and community stakeholders about factors impacting school safety and engagement in prevention efforts.
This 3-year grant project, with an award date of October 1, 2024, aims to serve 25 schools and nearly 10,000 pre-K through 12th grade students in the Lansing School District. The comprehensive approach addresses all eight deliverable areas outlined by the STOP School Violence Program.
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