Accessibility
Commitment
Connections Education LLC, dba Pearson Virtual Schools USA ("Connections"), its affiliates and supported schools use information technology as a means of providing equality of opportunity to the greatest number of people, including people with disabilities. We are committed to creating a culture of access for inclusive learning and to provide programs, products, and services that are usable by the greatest number of people. We believe in developing solutions that remove barriers to a student’s opportunity to learn and ability to demonstrate that learning.
Approach
Connections aims to create a culture of accessibility through education and is committed to ensuring WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance for all managed websites. Employees involved with the production or procurement of programs, products, or services will receive ongoing accessibility training with a focus on universal design principles, Section 508 technical standards, and WCAG 2.1 Level AA Success Criteria.
Section 504 Statement
Federal law requires all public schools to provide students, regardless of disability, with an equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from the school’s education program. Connections is committed to working with the schools it supports in ensuring students are provided equal access to the education program. Students with disabilities receive access through the delivery of resources and accommodations tailored to each student’s individual abilities and needs, including assistive technologies and individualized support. If your student is enrolled in a school supported by Connections and is in need of assistance in order to fully participate, please contact Technology Support.
Accessibility Assistance
Users can obtain 24-hour technical support by calling the Accessibility Hotline at 888-639-5960.