The Public School Security Grant, administered by the Tennessee Department of Education, is a state grant program that provides dedicated funding for school safety and security improvements in Tennessee. This program provides a valuable pathway for eligible applicants to secure funding for protective infrastructure, safety training, and security technology upgrades.

Eligible uses of Public School Security Grant funding include panic alert systems, visitor management, and staff safety training.

Eligible applicants for the Public School Security Grant include public schools in tennessee, and non-competitive (based on average daily membership). This grant program is currently active and accepting applications. Non-competitive funding based on Average Daily Membership for panic alert systems, visitor management, and staff safety training.

Grant-funded physical security upgrades through the Public School Security Grant can include weapons detection and entry screening technology. GXC Inc. offers the OPENGATE weapons detection system and MSD Plus portable ferrous detector for schools and facilities looking to strengthen access point security. Request a quote today to find the right detection solution for your facility and grant eligibility.