About Us

A high quality school experience that cherishes and affirms every student.

Innovate Public Schools is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building the capacity of parents and families to organize, advocate, and demand high quality schools for their children.

We believe that the education system was not designed to serve all children, and that the biggest barrier to all children having access to an excellent school is a lack of political will to improve the system. We believe the voices and experiences of parents, families, and students should be elevated and centered in decisions about education.

Our vision is a high quality school experience that cherishes and affirms every student, particularly Black and Brown students, and prepares them for a lifetime of opportunity and choice. 

Taking Action

Proud parent leaders during Parent Leadership Institute – West.

Statewide Parent Leader Board builds power at Ed Equity in Sacramento, CA.

Networking during recent Statewide campagin, proving there’s power in relationships. 

Director, Arleen Vargas, opens Parent Leadership Institute – West in Los Angeles.

In the News

Innovate Staff Updates

As we continue to advance our mission and prepare for the future, we are committed to ensuring our organization has the leadership, structure, and resources needed to thrive in a changing environment. Today, we are sharing an important leadership update that reflects...

Standing Up for Students: Innovate’s Coalition Advocacy Efforts – June 2026

Over the past month, Innovate Public Schools joined numerous coalition letters and advocacy efforts focused on protecting education funding, student supports, and educator pipelines. These actions provide us with the opportunity to communicate directly with education...

How is LAUSD Addressing Its $1.3 Billion Deficit?

A school district budget shapes what students experience and the support they receive every day in classrooms. Advocating for equitable budget allocations is particularly critical in communities that have been historically underserved.  Understanding the school...