Gov. Ned Lamont announced his administration is now accepting applications for new rounds of funding to help schools cover the costs associated with implementing needed security infrastructure improvements and upgrades to emergency communication systems.
The funding is allocated through the School Security Competitive Grant Program and the Multi-Media Interoperable Communications System Program. They are jointly administered by the Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection”™s Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security and the Connecticut State Department of Education.
Grants are available for public and nonpublic K-12 schools and eligible childcare centers or preschools that can demonstrate that they have received threats. A total of $15 million has been allocated across both programs under this funding round.
“These state grant programs, including the communications system component that provides funding for interoperable systems for schools to communicate directly with law enforcement, continue to provide an opportunity for schools throughout Connecticut to enhance their security and emergency communications systems,” said Lamont in a press statement. “Providing a safe learning environment is a critical priority shared by the state, municipalities, school districts, and the community. That is why these grant programs are so important and I am glad that we can open another funding round.”
Applications for both programs must be submitted by March 31.
