Washington County Public Schools is proud to announce that the division has been awarded $496,785 through the FY25 School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP), administered by the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS Office).
The award, issued on behalf of the Honorable Attorney General of the United States Pamela J. Bondi, recognizes the strong commitment of WCPS to strengthening school safety and supporting proactive prevention measures throughout the division.
In its notification, the COPS Office commended WCPS for its leadership in school safety, stating:
“The COPS Office recognizes and appreciates your commitment to this very important initiative. The project you will implement with these award funds contributes to the mission of the COPS Office and the greater goal of reducing crime and improving the safety and security of all Americans.”
“Receiving the COPS grant is a tremendous step forward for our school system. These funds will allow us to increase our safety measures, support our staff, and provide students with an even more secure place to learn and grow. We are thankful for this support and for the shared dedication to ensuring the well-being of every child in our school community,” said Dr. Chad Wallace, Assistant Superintendent of Operations for Washington County Public Schools.
The grant will support enhanced security measures, prevention-focused programs, and improved safety infrastructure across the school division. Specific project components will be announced as implementation planning advances.
WCPS extends its appreciation to the COPS Office for its guidance and support and looks forward to utilizing the training, resources, and technical assistance available through the program to ensure strong project outcomes.