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Kansas Safe and Secure Schools Grants is a grant program from the Kansas State Department of Education that funds public school districts in Kansas to improve school safety infrastructure, security technology, and emergency preparedness.
Eligible uses include secured entrances, windows, and structural integrity improvements; security technology such as cameras, door locks, fire alarms, panic buttons, and intrusion detection; communication systems for school and law enforcement coordination; emergency notification procedures; staff and student emergency training; and firearm safety programs. Proposed FY 2027 enhancement is $15 million.
Eligible applicants are Kansas public school districts.
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Safe And Secure Schools Grant Program | Weapon Detection Grant Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program School districts in Kansas Proposed $15 million enhancement for FY 2027 Infrastructure enhancements (secured entrances, windows, structural integrity) Security technology (cameras, door locks, fire alarms, panic buttons, intrusion detection) Communication systems for school/law enforcement/first responders Emergency notification procedures Safety and security plans (crisis plans) Entry procedures and building security protocols Evacuation and reunification plans Staff and student emergency training Firearm safety programs (Eddie Eagle for K-5; Hunter’s Education for 6-12) School districts in Kansas Proposed $15 million enhancement for FY 2027 Infrastructure enhancements (secured entrances, windows, structural integrity) Security technology (cameras, door locks, fire alarms, panic buttons, intrusion detection) Communication systems for school/law enforcement/first responders Emergency notification procedures Safety and security plans (crisis plans) Entry procedures and building security protocols Evacuation and reunification plans Staff and student emergency training Firearm safety programs (Eddie Eagle for K-5; Hunter’s Education for 6-12) Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program Last Updated January 22nd, 2026 Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program Grant The Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program, administered by the Kansas State Department of Education, is a state grant program that provides dedicated funding for school safety and security improvements in Kansas.
With $15 million 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 Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program funding include infrastructure enhancements (secured entrances, windows, structural integrity), security technology (cameras, door locks, fire alarms, panic buttons, intrusion detection), communication systems for school/law enforcement/first responders, emergency notification procedures, safety and security plans (crisis plans), and entry procedures and building security protocols.
Additional allowable expenditures may also include evacuation and reunification plans, staff and student emergency training, crisis drills, and firearm safety programs (eddie eagle for k-5; hunter’s education for 6-12). Eligible applicants for the Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program include school districts in kansas. This grant program is currently active and accepting applications.
Funding for physical security, emergency preparedness, and overall school safety (proposed $15 million enhancement for FY 2027). Grant-funded physical security upgrades through the Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program can include weapons detection and entry screening technology.
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Safe and Secure Schools Grant Program Kansas State Department of Education School districts in Kansas Proposed $15 million enhancement for FY 2027 Infrastructure enhancements (secured entrances, windows, structural integrity) Security technology (cameras, door locks, fire alarms, panic buttons, intrusion detection) Communication systems for school/law enforcement/first responders Emergency notification procedures Safety and security plans (crisis plans) Entry procedures and building security protocols Evacuation and reunification plans Staff and student emergency training Firearm safety programs (Eddie Eagle for K-5; Hunter’s Education for 6-12) Detectors Used for Schools and Building Security GXC’s detectors are highly trusted for a wide range of detection needs – here are a few detectors we offer for Schools and Building Security: HI-PE Plus Panel Walkthrough PMD2Plus Elliptic Walkthrough Take Advantage of Michigan's SEC-97 PA144 Funding to Prevent School Shootings Michigan schools have an extra estimated $109/student to invest in school security measures to prevent school shootings.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Kansas public school districts. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows proposed $15 million enhancement for FY 2027. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was April 27, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
Kansas Safe and Secure Schools Grants is funded by Kansas State Department of Education. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Kansas. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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