School emergency response to violence (project serv)

County of Carter received a $657,412 Project Grant award from the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education on May 12, 2025, under the School Safety National Activities program (CFDA 84.184). The award, which extends through June 30, 2026, supports the School Emergency Response to Violence (Project SERV) initiative in Elizabethton, Tennessee. This funding enables the county to enhance school safety and emergency preparedness capabilities through comprehensive violence prevention and response programming designed to protect students and staff during and after the school day.

The Project SERV award aligns with the federal program's emphasis on improving student safety and well-being through emergency response initiatives. The funding supports critical infrastructure and planning for schools to respond effectively to violence-related incidents, complementing the county's broader portfolio of school safety initiatives. County of Carter, as the parent grantee, is responsible for program implementation, record maintenance for three years post-completion, and compliance with applicable Education Department regulations and federal requirements outlined in 2 CFR 200 and 34 CFR sections 75, 77, 79, 81, 82, 84, 97, 98, and 99.