New ADA Rules Require School Websites to Be Fully Accessible

Jun 10 2025

Public school districts can no longer treat website accessibility as optional. With new ADA Title II regulations and state laws like Colorado’s HB21-1110, K–12 schools must ensure all websites, apps, and digital content meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. Compliance deadlines begin in 2026.

Expert Guidance from Accessibility Specialist Dave Gibson

This article by Dave Gibson, founder of Accessibility.Works, lays out the facts, dispels common myths, and offers comprehensive yet easy-to-follow guidance for school IT leaders. It’s a clear, practical roadmap to help districts meet legal requirements and build inclusive digital environments for students, parents, and staff.

Read the full article here:

Public School ADA Website Compliance: Digital Accessibility Requirements 2025 https://www.accessibility.works/blog/k-as-public-school-digital-web-accessibility-compliance/ (opens in a new window)

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