ADA Compliance Information

On April 24, 2024, the Federal Register published the Department of Justice’s final rule updating its regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The final rule has specific requirements about how to ensure that web content and mobile applications (apps) are accessible to people with disabilities. The final rule applies to all public education entities, with requirements for compliance by April 2026 or April 2027 depending on the size of the district’s surrounding community. 

New Rule on the Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Apps 

The federal Department of Justice updated its regulations for Title II of the ADA to include specific requirements about making web content and mobile apps accessible to people with disabilities.  Title II of the ADA applies to state and local governments which includes public school districts, public charter schools, and education service districts (ESDs), among other entities. 

To meet the new requirements, districts must follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), Version 2.1, Level AA. These rules ensure information can be seen, understood, and used by everyone, including those who rely on assistive technology.

For website ADA questions or information please contact the webmaster at prevost@calcharter.org