Mario Franco Joins Board of Directors

As a financial and operational leader, Mario brings tremendous knowledge, talent, and vision to FIS.

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NEW: Bright Spots in Los Angeles Report

New report sheds light on the magnitude of California’s literacy crisis and the innovative solutions that have emerged in response to it from “bright spots” and “districts to watch” in LA County.

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AB 1454 (Rivas,
Muratsuchi, Rubio)

FIS supports AB 1454, which represents a compromise between AB 1121, which we co-sponsored, and AB 1194.

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About us

For nearly 25 years, Families In Schools has made space for family members, educators, and others who work with families to build strong partnerships in service of students.

The Team

The FIS team is driven by our mission and vision and reflects the communities it serves with their diverse backgrounds and experiences. Our staff includes experts in education, curriculum and professional development, policy, and community organizing, among others.

What We Do

​​FIS is a capacity-building, leadership, and advocacy organization that works throughout the United States, with our largest footprint in Los Angeles and California, to ensure families are involved at every level of educational change and opportunity for their children.