School Resource Officer Grant Program
School Resource Officers (SROs) are law enforcement professionals who teach, counsel, and protect the school community, building positive relationships while serving as a resource to students, teachers, and administrators to help solve problems. When integrated into school systems, their role extends beyond reducing violence to fostering trust and supporting overall school safety. The Idaho School Resource Officer Grant Program provides funding to local districts and charters to support SRO positions for three years, helping expand these benefits across the state and enhance safe learning environments that contribute to student success.
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Grant Information
Since 2024, 48 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) have received funding to support hiring 22 first time SROs positions and helped sustain existing SRO positions in other communities. Please see the press releases below for a complete list of participating LEAs.
There is not currently an active grant opportunity. Contact Katie Watkins, Healthy Students and Schools Coordinator at kwatkins@sde.idaho.gov or (208) 332-6959 with questions.
Partners and Training Opportunities
The department partners with the Idaho Office of School Safety and Security and the Idaho Association of School Resource Officers to provide ongoing training and support.
Student Health and Safety Divisions
Contact
Katie Watkins
Coordinator
(208) 332-6959
kwatkins@sde.idaho.gov