The Washington Traffic Safety Commission School Zone Grants, administered by the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, is a state grant program that provides dedicated funding for school safety and security improvements in Washington. With $300 in available funding, this program represents a significant opportunity for eligible applicants to invest in protective infrastructure, safety training, and security technology.

Eligible uses of Washington Traffic Safety Commission School Zone Grants funding include crossing guard training materials, equipment, supplies, flags, cones, signs, whistles, vests, raincoats, gloves, hats, law enforcement traffic safety equipment, radar equipment, rain gear, and school zone speed enforcement equipment. Additional allowable expenditures may also include not for non-crossing guard purposes.

Eligible applicants for the Washington Traffic Safety Commission School Zone Grants include public, private, or tribal elementary/middle schools, state, county, city, and tribal law enforcement agencies (for equipment grants), and law enforcement must actively conduct school zone enforcement. Application details: register at wems: https://wtsc.smartsimple.com, select user type: law enforcement or school employee, and login instructions emailed within 1 hour (check junk mail). This grant program is currently active and accepting applications. Up to $500 for school patrol equipment.

Grant-funded physical security upgrades through the Washington Traffic Safety Commission School Zone Grants 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.