School emergency response to violence (project serv)

Madison County Schools received a $1.252 million Project Grant from the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education under the School Safety National Activities program (CFDA 84.184) for the School Emergency Response to Violence (Project SERV) initiative. The award, granted on May 12, 2025, with a completion date of June 30, 2026, supports the district's efforts to enhance student safety and emergency preparedness in response to violence-related incidents within educational settings.

Under this award, Madison County Schools will implement comprehensive safety and support services designed to help students and staff recover from traumatic events related to school violence. Project SERV funding typically supports activities including crisis intervention services, trauma-informed counseling, professional development for educators on violence response protocols, and the establishment or enhancement of emergency preparedness plans. These services align with the broader federal program's mission to improve student safety and well-being during and after the school day through evidence-based interventions and coordinated emergency response capabilities.