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Accessibility Statement

Planet of Sound Rock School is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including people with disabilities.

Our Commitment to Accessibility

Planet of Sound Rock School is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. We strive to provide an inclusive digital experience that allows all users to access our information and services with ease and dignity.

We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to ensure we provide equal access to all users.

Accessibility Standards

Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at Level AA, with some Level AAA enhancements. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities.

We also follow best practices from the WCAG 2.2 guidelines , including enhanced target sizes and focus management.

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

  • Keyboard Navigation: Full site navigation using only the keyboard
  • Screen Reader Support: Semantic HTML and ARIA labels
  • High Contrast: AAA level color contrast ratios
  • Scalable Text: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of functionality
  • Focus Indicators: Clear, visible focus indicators for all interactive elements
  • Alt Text: Descriptive alternative text for all images
  • Skip Links: Skip navigation links for screen reader users
  • Motion Preferences: Respects user preferences for reduced motion

Known Issues

We are aware of some accessibility challenges and are actively working to address them:

  • Some third-party embedded content may not meet our accessibility standards
  • We are continuously testing and improving our forms for optimal screen reader compatibility

We are committed to resolving these issues and welcome feedback to help us improve.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

Our website is designed to be compatible with assistive technologies, including:

  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
  • Voice recognition software
  • Keyboard-only navigation
  • Switch navigation devices
  • Magnification software

Browser and Device Support

Our website is designed to work with the following assistive technologies and browsers:

  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge (current and previous major versions)
  • Mobile browsers on iOS and Android
  • Screen readers on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android

Accessibility Controls

We provide controls to customize your browsing experience based on your accessibility needs:

Animation Settings

Our website includes scroll animations to enhance the visual experience. These are automatically disabled if you have "Reduce Motion" enabled in your device settings. You can also manually control animations using the button below:

You can also find this control in the main navigation
About Motion Sensitivity

Some users may experience discomfort or vestibular disorders from motion and animations. Our website respects your system's "Reduce Motion" preference and provides manual controls for additional customization.

Feedback and Contact Information

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of Planet of Sound Rock School's website. If you encounter any accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

Accessibility Contact

Ongoing Accessibility Efforts

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website through:

  • Regular Testing: Automated and manual accessibility testing
  • User Testing: Testing with users who rely on assistive technologies
  • Staff Training: Ongoing accessibility training for our development team
  • Third-party Audits: Regular accessibility audits by external experts
  • Community Feedback: Incorporating feedback from our community members

Legal Information

This accessibility statement applies to the Planet of Sound Rock School website (planetofsoundrockschool.github.io). We are committed to ensuring compliance with applicable accessibility laws and regulations.

Last Updated: August 31, 2024
Next Review: February 28, 2025

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