Website Accessibility for Schools
Website accessibility for schools is a commitment to equity, inclusion, and excellent communication. The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) applies to school websites just like it does to physical spaces, which means families, students, and staff with visual, auditory, cognitive, or physical disabilities must be able to access your content with ease. WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines), Section 504, and Section 508 provide the standards districts should follow to achieve ADA compliance in educational websites, including screen reader compatibility, keyboard navigation, alt text, and readable design. When accessibility is ignored, schools risk legal action and lose the trust of their community—but when done well, an accessible website becomes a powerful tool for connection.
That’s where K12 Media comes in. We specialize in website accessibility for schools, offering expert guidance, compliance audits, and accessible website design that meets WCAG and ADA standards without sacrificing visual appeal. Our team ensures your site is easy to navigate, readable, and user-friendly for every visitor. We help districts not only achieve ADA compliance in educational websites but also create a smoother online experience for parents, students, and staff. Website accessibility is a service we deliver with care, expertise, and a deep understanding of the K–12 world.
Design
From color contrast to link styling, our designers create accessible designs that appeal to all.
Navigation
Users can easily navigate your site using their keyboards and skip to main content.
ALT Text Setting
Alt text setting - Allows you to require alt text to be entered for media uploaded to your site.
Video Content
Video content - Automatic closed captioning and transcripts for videos uploaded to the site.
Website accessibility for schools requires the right platform, the right content structure, and the right expertise. Many districts are moving away from outdated sites that no longer meet accessibility standards, and that’s where K12 Media steps in. We help your district convert existing content to a modern, accessible website platform that meets Section 508 guidelines and achieves Level AA conformance with WCAG 2.1. This ensures your content is readable, navigable, and usable for all users, including those with visual, auditory, cognitive, or physical disabilities. With ADA compliance in educational websites becoming essential, making this transition is not just smart—it’s necessary.
Form Builder
Automatically adds required labels, and includes instructions and error handling.
ADA Policy
This is a recommended policy added on to your site that helps visitors get in touch for accessibility questions.
ADA Guide
Online resource for your staff that provides education about how to keep your site ADA-friendly.
ADA Training
We will also connect your staff with the latest online training tutorials, so your school is ready if laws change.
K12 Media partners directly with both your district and your CMS website provider to ensure accessibility is built into every step of the process. From reviewing content and structure to coordinating with your platform’s technical team, we make sure nothing is overlooked.
Our goal is to create accessible, user-friendly school websites that meet legal requirements, follow best practices, and deliver an exceptional experience to every visitor. When it comes to website accessibility for schools, K12 Media provides the expertise, collaboration, and support your district needs to get it right.