$11 million available for Ohio schools to fund safety measures

Schools across Ohio are now able to apply for a portion of $11 million in safety grants that will be awarded by the Attorney General’s office.

According to a release, the funding came from House Bill 110 and will be awarded for the 2022-2023 academic year.

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Schools will be able to use the money for planning, training and classroom programs for public schools, charter schools, educational service centers, STEM schools and school operated by county boards of developmental disabilities.

Ohio AG Dave Yost said in a release that having a safe environment for learning was “crucial for our children.”

Each school is eligible for a grant of $2,500 or $5.50 per student, whichever amount is greater.

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The AG’s office said money could go toward improvements in safety, such as active-shooter or school-safety training equipment and certification training for a school resource officer.

Grant applications can be submitted through the Ohio Grants Portal.

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