School emergency response to violence (project serv)

Eastern New Mexico University's Ruidoso Branch Community College received a $103,885 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) awarded on May 15, 2025, with completion scheduled for May 15, 2026. The grant supports the development and delivery of school-based mental health services and violence prevention programs designed to improve student safety and well-being in the Ruidoso, New Mexico area.

The award aligns with the School Safety National Activities program's broader mission to address critical challenges including mental health issues, violence prevention, and emergency preparedness in educational settings. As a Hispanic-serving institution with demonstrated experience in federal education and community development initiatives, ENMU Ruidoso will leverage this funding to expand mental health support services within local schools, contribute to increasing the availability of qualified mental health professionals in educational settings, and implement evidence-based approaches to student safety and emergency response.