Ed Tech Tips & Tricks
Angela is a First Grade Teacher at Peakview. Angela offers some insight into using a visual timer.
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Gretchen is a Teacher at Mountain View High School. Gretchen is sharing a quick tip for using translation tools to make documents accessible in other languages.
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Amy is a School Tech Facilitator at Peakview Academy. Amy is always finding new ways to engage students.
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Dan is an Assistant Principal at Mountain View High School. Dan has a tip to make your Canva styles match your school's colors.
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Understanding Accessibility Requirements
Ensuring digital accessibility is more than a best practice—it’s a legal and ethical responsibility. Recent updates to state and federal laws emphasize the importance of creating inclusive digital experiences for all users. Visit ADA Title II Regulations and Colorado Laws for Persons with Disabilities for complete details.
TSD’s Commitment to Accessibility
Thompson School District is committed to ensuring accessibility to digital content and experiences for all community members, including individuals with disabilities, to comply with federal and state law. You can provide feedback, request support or accommodations, and learn about district progress and resources at tsd.org/accessibility.
Getting Started with Digital Accessibility
Understanding the standards is the first step to accessible content. Start by reviewing TSD’s Inclusive Design Guide on the TSD Staff Portal at staff.tsd.org/inclusive-design. A printable reference guide is also available in both one-page and large-print formats.
Tools for Remediating Digital Content
As educators, we frequently create and share digital content with students, colleagues, and the community. Ensuring accessible digital content is a shared responsibility, and these tools can help you assess and improve your content:
Grackle Docs (Google Docs and Slides)
Go to Extensions > Grackle Docs > Launch to run a scan for accessibility errors and follow the suggestions to fix them. Learn more about creating accessible documents.
Canva Design Accessibility
To check your designs for potential accessibility issues, go to File > Accessibility > Check Design Accessibility.
Procurement and Vendor Management
TSD evaluates digital tools to ensure accessibility compliance. All new software must meet accessibility standards through:
- Accessibility Conformance Reports (ACR/VPAT)
- Equally Effective Alternate Access Plans
- Contract Language Requirements
Check the Digital Tools Catalog for approved tools and submit new requests through the Digital Tool Request Form.
Moving Forward Together
Digital accessibility is a continuous journey, and small steps make a significant impact. These resources and tools help create a more inclusive digital environment for everyone.
If you have questions or need support, please contact the TSD Accessibility Committee at accessibility@tsd.org or visit tsd.org/accessibility.