Our Commitment
Legends Public Charter School is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all visitors, including people with disabilities. We continually work to improve the accessibility and usability of our website to ensure it is user-friendly for everyone.
Standards & Compliance
Our website is designed to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 Level AA standards, as recommended by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). We also comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title II, which applies to public schools and educational institutions.
📋 Compliance Deadline
As a public institution, we are working to achieve full WCAG 2.1 AA compliance in accordance with the ADA Title II digital accessibility deadline of April 24, 2026.
Accessibility Features
Our website includes the following accessibility features:
- Semantic HTML structure for screen reader compatibility
- Keyboard navigation support throughout the site
- Clear, descriptive heading hierarchy
- Alternative text for images
- Color contrast ratios that meet WCAG AA standards
- Resizable text without loss of content or functionality
- Video captions and transcripts (where applicable)
- Form labels clearly associated with input fields
- Focus indicators for keyboard navigation
- Skip navigation links
Known Limitations
While we are committed to accessibility, we acknowledge the following known limitations:
- Third-party content and embedded media may not fully meet WCAG standards. We are working with vendors to improve this.
- Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible. We provide HTML alternatives where possible.
- Certain interactive features are still being optimized for screen reader compatibility.
- Legacy content may not meet current accessibility standards. We are working to remediate priority content.
Accessibility Tools
Most browsers include built-in accessibility features. Here are some helpful resources:
- Zoom: Use Ctrl/Cmd + Plus to increase text size, or Ctrl/Cmd + Minus to decrease it.
- High Contrast Mode: Enable high contrast in your operating system settings.
- Screen Readers: Compatible with NVDA (free), JAWS, and VoiceOver (macOS).
- Keyboard Navigation: Use Tab to navigate links and form fields, Enter to activate, and Arrow keys to navigate menus.
How to Report Accessibility Issues
If you experience accessibility barriers on our website or would like to provide feedback about our accessibility efforts, please contact us. We take all reports seriously and will work to resolve issues promptly.
Contact Our Accessibility Team
Email: accessibility@legendspcs.org
Phone: 240-455-5900
Please include a description of the issue, the page URL, and your preferred contact method. We will respond within 5 business days.
Continuous Improvement
We are committed to ongoing accessibility improvements. Our team regularly reviews and updates the website to enhance accessibility, tests with assistive technologies, and incorporates user feedback. We view accessibility as an ongoing process, not a destination.
Related Resources
- Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
- ADA Official Website
- EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)
- NVDA Screen Reader (Free)
Thank you for visiting our site. We value your feedback and are committed to making our website accessible to everyone.