School emergency response to violence (project serv)

The Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded Barrow County Schools a $1.097 million Project Grant under the School Safety National Activities program (CFDA 84.184) on May 23, 2025, with a completion date of March 4, 2026. This grant supports the development and expansion of school-based mental health services designed to improve student safety and well-being during and after the school day. The award enables the school district to enhance mental health service delivery, increase access to qualified mental health professionals within educational settings, and implement innovative approaches to student safety and emergency response initiatives.

The funded initiative aligns with the federal program's primary objectives of addressing critical challenges including mental health issues, violence prevention, and emergency preparedness in schools. Through this competitive grant award, Barrow County Schools will work to expand its capacity to provide comprehensive mental health support services that prioritize early intervention and intensive service delivery. The performance period of approximately ten months allows the district to establish sustainable school-based mental health infrastructure that serves the Winder, Georgia community and contributes to the broader national effort to strengthen student safety and mental health support systems in public education.