New features reflect a shared commitment to accessibility, transparency, and more equitable digital experiences for all
Fairfield, CA (July 29, 2026) – FSUSD today announced that it has made more than 2,000 public documents accessible, giving families and community members a faster, more inclusive way to find district information. The launch includes archived and legacy content, with accessible formats for school documents, event flyers, budget plans, and other essential information families rely on every day.
With growing awareness of digital accessibility and as more community members interact with public agencies online, the district chose to act now rather than wait for the April, 2027 Department of Justice compliance date. The district said this effort reflects a straightforward commitment - that information should be accessible to everyone, including people who use screen readers, families who need translation, and those navigating school documents from a mobile phone.
DocAccess transforms the district’s PDF documents into WCAG 2.1 Level AA-aligned, searchable, and translatable HTML. There is an interactive outline to move quickly through longer documents, an option for plain-language questions with the “Ask a Question” feature, and an AI-powered search tool. The system also supports 250+ languages for instant translation, includes full keyboard navigation and assistive technology compatibility, and makes mobile-friendly viewing possible even for older, handwritten, or scanned files.
“Our families deserve clear access to the information that shapes their schools,” said FSUSD Superintendent, Jennifer Sachs. “Making these documents easier to read, search, and translate is a practical way to meet people where they are. If a parent can get what they need in a few taps on a phone, or be able to use a screen reader without struggling, that matters for student success and family engagement.”
Through a partnership with Aira.io, 24/7 live visual interpretation is available to the community at no cost, and complimentary assistance time is available for members of the public who need help navigating documents, filling out forms, or understanding content. Support is backed by both internal human-in-the-loop review and external accessibility experts, with service available in English and Spanish. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to accessibility, transparency, and more equitable digital experiences in local government.”
Beyond accessibility, the platform gives district leaders new analytics tools to see which documents generate the most interest, which questions the public asks most often, and which languages are being used. For a community where roughly one-third of families speak a language other than English at home, those insights can help the district communicate more clearly and plan with greater transparency.
“We partnered with CivicPlus to implement DocAccess, because like us, they believe access to information is essential to building trust with the community,” said FSUSD Executive Director of Communications and Community Engagement . Ilana Israel Samuels. “We are proud to take this meaningful step toward helping people easily access and understand important documents.”
As implementation continues over the coming months, additional documents will become fully compliant and accessible for the community. Some current examples already in place include:
Wellness Resources (including Counseling & Support Services, and FSUSD Trauma and Recovery information)
Immigration Resources (including booklets and guides)