Digital Accessibility Guide
When we build new school buildings, there is no question that they will be built with ramps, handrails, and braille throughout. In the same way we want our buildings to be accessible to all, we now need to put that same intention into our digital and online content.
Creating Accessible Content for All
As a public school district, we are legally and ethically required to make all digital content accessible to everyone—including students, families, staff, and community members with disabilities. This means every email you send, document you share, assignment you post, and update you make online must meet accessibility standards.
Following digital accessibility guidelines is not optional—it is a legal requirement under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act. Federal enforcement is increasing, and new rules will soon strengthen these obligations. But beyond compliance, accessibility is a reflection of our values: inclusion and respect for all learners.
This guide will help you understand what accessibility means and how to ensure the digital content you create is usable by everyone.
What Needs to Be Accessible?
Everything you post or share digitally, including:
- Emails and email attachments
- Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
- Classroom assignments on platforms like Google Classroom, Seesaw, Canvas, or Schoology
- Website content and blog posts
- Social media posts
- Event flyers and newsletters
- Forms and surveys
- Videos, graphics, and PDFs
