Case Study: The Northgate School District (Pa.)

How one AASA Learning 2025 Demonstration System is Addressing Social Equity Issue

AASA Learning 2025 Demonstration Systems are creating student-centered, equity­-focused, and future-driven educational systems that serve ALL learners.

This case study focuses on the Northgate School District, located in western Pennsylvania and bordering the north side of Pittsburg. Addressing social equity issues is a priority in the district, with an expressed commitment to ensuring an equitable educational experience for all students, regardless of race or background. 

This priority is one of the major goals for the superintendent during the current academic year. Measurable performance indicators include:

• Continue to become educated about the social equity issues that typically occur in schools and our society
• Assist Committee Chairs to address the logistical and communication implications for the Social Equity Committee
• Participate in the Social Equity Committee and provide regular input to assist with developing actionable goals and strategies
• Oversee the implementation of recommendations/goals from the Social Equity Committee

The district also uses a comprehensive student information system to track individual results throughout a student’s career and develop strategies to ensure student success.