The Benefits of a User-Centered Approach to the Selection and Installation of School Furnishings

See how Yuba City USD partnered with Meteor Education to align classroom furniture decisions with student outcomes.

Every investment in school furnishings and equipment has the potential to go beyond simple upgrades, as it can directly shape how students learn, collaborate, and thrive. Too often, districts follow a linear purchasing process that overlooks opportunities to connect decisions with long-term learning outcomes.

This whitepaper highlights how Yuba City USD, working with Meteor Education, took a user-centered approach that engaged teachers, students, and leaders at every step. From defining priority learning outcomes to piloting solutions and collecting feedback, their process ensured each decision supported both academic growth and social-emotional well-being.

The result was a modernized environment where teachers felt confident, students engaged authentically, and resources were aligned with district goals.