Upper Merion Area School District entered a period of disruption with equity already at the forefront of its instructional priorities. With a diverse student population and varying access needs, leaders sought content that could remove barriers rather than create them.

This success story details how Newsela supported equitable instruction through flexible, accessible, and representative content across subjects.

Outcome Summary

• Expanded equitable access to grade-level content for all learners.
• Improved instructional accessibility for ELL and special education students.
• Strengthened district-wide equity practices through vetted, inclusive materials.

Who Should Use This Resource

This resource is designed for:

• District equity and curriculum leaders.
• Administrators serving diverse student populations.
• Instructional teams prioritizing access and inclusion.