Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
5/21/2021 - 7:00 PM  
Category:
Facilities and Operations  
Type:
Info  
Subject:
COPS Grant Update  
ACPS 2025 Strategic Plan Goal:
Goal 2: Instructional Excellence
ACPS will ensure that all students have access to and engagement with high-quality instruction.
Goal 4: Strategic Resource Allocation
ACPS will strategically provide differentiated resources and supports to schools and departments.
Goal 5: Family and Community Engagement
ACPS will ensure that all families and community members feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
 
Policy:
EB - School Crisis, Emergency Management, and Medical Emergency Response Plan  
Funding Source or Fiscal Impact (where applicable):
This is a grant-funded opportunity. There will be recurring operating costs for all security upgrades added through this grant opportunity.  
File Attachment:
210521_Brief_COPS_Grant_Award_Utilization_Update.pdf
 
Agenda Item Summary:
This board brief provides an update on the use of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Grant funding awarded to Alexandria City Public Schools, by the Department of Justice. ACPS received the maximum COPS Office School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP) award of $500,000.  
Background:
ACPS was the recipient of the Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Grant in the amount of $500,000.  
Recommendation
The Superintendent recommends that the School Board review the COPS Grant utilization update.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Dr. Alicia Hart - Executive Director of Facilities and Operations
Signed By:  
Dominic Turner - Chief Financial Officer
Signed By:  
Dr. Gregory C. Hutchings, Jr. - Superintendent