Hardin County Schools Among Over 1100 in State to Receive Grants

More than 1,000 K-12 schools across Ohio will receive state assistance to pay for security upgrades that enhance the safety of students and staff.

Governor Mike DeWine announced that 1,183 schools in 81 counties will receive nearly $47 million in grant funding as part of his Ohio K-12 School Safety Grant Program. 

The funds will be used to cover expenses associated with physical security enhancements such as security cameras, public address systems, automatic door locks, visitor badging systems, and exterior lighting. 

The Kenton City Schools will receive a total of $150,000, Hardin Northern was awarded just under $49,000, Ridgemont $50,000, Riverdale just over $74,000 and Upper Scioto Valley was awarded a total of $100,000.