School emergency response to violence (project serv)

Zion-Benton Township High School District 126 received a $185,920 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) on May 23, 2025, with a completion date of July 1, 2025. The award supports mental health and educational initiatives designed to enhance student safety and well-being during and after the school day. As part of this grant, the district will implement school-based mental health services and educational support programs to address student safety concerns, including violence prevention and emergency preparedness.

The School Safety National Activities program prioritizes increasing access to qualified mental health professionals in educational settings and developing innovative approaches to student safety across local educational agencies. Zion-Benton High School's award reflects the program's focus on establishing comprehensive mental health support services that advance student safety outcomes through evidence-based practices and professional development initiatives aligned with federal priorities for improving school environments.