The School Safety Program was established by ARS 15-154 in 1994 for the purpose of placing School Resource Officers (SRO) and Probation Officers (PO) on school grounds. The officers' primary function is to deliver Law Related Education (LRE) in the classroom as well as develop positive interactions and relationships with the students, the staff, and the community that they serve. This proactive, prevention-based program fosters a safe school environment through a comprehensive and collaborative approach between officers, site administrators, teachers, and police and probation departments. This "Guidance Manual for the School Safety Program" is intended to provide information on the intent of the grant, the responsibilities of all parties, requirements for grant compliance, assistance with administrative issues, and the elements of an effective School Safety Program.