The FAST Program is an internationally-acclaimed parent engagement program that supports the family bonding necessary for children to thrive. By applying research and evidence-based family therapy practices, this program promotes the full potential of every child.
The FAST Institute of Family Engagement trains school staff to partner with families in support of children’s education and well-being. By blending best practices in teacher training and family and community engagement, this workshop helps schools to create a more welcoming environment for all families.
Families & Schools Together offers additional training and other services as part of the FAST Trainer certification process and to expand support for FAST Providers, including the annual Training of Trainers event, on demand Specialized Trainings, and an Evaluations & Services package.
Why It Works
FAST was one of the first prevention and early intervention programs to develop practical applications for adult and children’s mental health research findings. Today, our organization continues to evolve and improve by integrating new scientific findings and research into what we do. Learn More
The FAST Office and international headquarters of Families & Schools Together – located at 2801 International Lane, Suite 212, Madison, WI – has officially closed, with staff transitioning to full-time remote work from home. This post is being continually updated…
This fall, five schools in the Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) district — Auer Avenue, Keefe Avenue, Hopkins Lloyd, Brown Street Academy, and Engleburg schools — are (virtually) beginning their fifth cycle of the FAST Program. FAST’s partnership with MPS, which…
Catch up on Coffee Break with Toni: A conversation about staying connected and engaging families during crisis with Marilyn Ruffin, Director of Family & Community Initiatives at One City Schools! Click here to watch the recording of the webinar. Significant relationships with…
DURING➡AFTER! FAST staff have transitioned to 100% remote work from home after spending a bittersweet week packing up and moving out of Suite 212.
Special shout-out to Kristine, FAST’s operations director, for all of her hard work coordinating the move! We are thankful for Kristine, staff, and all who helped make this transition possible.
Stay updated on how FAST's office move is affecting operations: www.familiesandschools.org/blog/updates-fast-office-transitions-to-100-remote-work-effective-feb-...
