During the school year 2019-20, Skokie School District 73.5 engaged in an equity audit. An equity audit is a proactive opportunity for districts to critically examine the ways equity has been advanced in their district. At the same time, it also aids in the identification of needed improvement. There are numerous definitions of equity. The consistent theme in quality equity definitions includes language that clearly states school systems are responsible for their own inequities, particularly among historically marginalized populations. Those populations include but are not limited to people of color, differently-abled individuals, English Language Learners, immigrants, religious minorities, and other minoritized affinity groups. To achieve a collective vision of multifaceted equity in our district and community, we have begun developing a District Equity Action Plan, which will serve as an institutional resource and roadmap for achieving institutional and structural change.

Skokie School District 73.5 recognizes that every staff member is accountable for the District Equity Action Plan and is committed to overcoming barriers that have been identified in the equity audit. Skokie School District 73.5 firmly believes that excellence for all can only be achieved through equity. Every stakeholder must be working toward educational equity—beginning with our district. This website will serve as a central location for sharing our progress and planning for this important work.