MSD Shakamak accepts multiple grants at October meeting
(Local News ~ 10/18/23)
The Shakamak Board of School Trustees approved three grants at their regular monthly session on Oct. 12. A Secured School Safety grant for $50,000 was accepted, with a $25,000 match needed. According to the Indiana Department of Homeland Security, the Indiana Secured School Safety Grant (SSSG) program funds may be used to “employ a school resource officer (SRO) or law enforcement officer (LEO)”, “conduct a site vulnerability assessment and/or critical incident digital mapping”, or “purchase equipment, hardware, materials and technology to restrict access to school property and classrooms, assist with visitor management on school property, expedite notification to first responders...”, along with several other possible outlets.. ...