STATEHOUSE (Sept. 15, 2025) – Monroe County schools recently received more than $194,000 for safety upgrades through the state's Secured School Safety Grant Program supported by area lawmakers.
State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) said the funding is part of the state legislature's investment in school safety this year, which totaled $27 million in state matching grants across 494 schools statewide. Lawmakers also advanced legislation this year to move the Office of School Safety to the Department of Homeland Security, centralizing safety efforts and providing additional support and resources to schools.
"Every student deserves to feel safe in their classroom," Hall said. "These grants help provide the tools and resources our schools need to stay prepared and protect Hoosier kids."
Area schools receiving grants include:
State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) said awarded funds can be used for a wide range of safety needs like support for resource officers, equipment and technology, active event warning systems, threat assessments and student-parent support service programs.
"We want parents to have peace of mind when it comes to the safety of their children at school," Heaton said. "This funding allows schools to strengthen security and respond effectively in emergencies."
State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) said since the program began in 2013, Indiana has invested more than $214 million in school safety through state matching grants.
"Keeping our schools safe requires both preparation and the right resources," Mayfield said. "This grant program helps ensure districts can make improvements that protect students and staff alike."
To learn more about the Secured School Safety Grant Program and what Indiana's doing to keep schools safe, visit the state's school safety hub at in.gov/schoolsafety.
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State Rep. Dave Hall (R-Norman) represents House District 62,
which includes all of Brown County, and portions of Monroe and Jackson counties.
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State Rep. Bob Heaton (R-Terre Haute) represents House District 46,
which includes all of Owen County, and portions of Clay, Monroe and Vigo counties.
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State Rep. Peggy Mayfield (R-Martinsville) represents House District 60,
which includes portions of Johnson, Morgan and Monroe counties.
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