Chesapeake College is committed to making its websites, course materials and digital communications usable by everyone.

Chesapeake College is committed to making our entire digital presence perceivable, operable, understandable, and robust for the greatest number of people possible. These four principles, disseminated in W3C’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), form the foundation of Chesapeake’s Digital Content Accessibility policy.

We strive to meet or exceed the requirements of WCAG 2.1 Level AA for all digital resources, including:

  • Instructional content
  • Administrative content
  • Communications content

Additionally, to provide comparable experience and information access to all students, employees, and the broader community, we commit to equity in the purchase, development, and application of our Information Technologies.

This applies to our websites, Learning Management System, courses, assessment tools, and faculty/staff resources.

With this statement, Chesapeake College outlines a long-term strategy rather than a fully accomplished agenda.

If you encounter a problem with any of our digital resources, or are otherwise in need of reasonable accommodation, even for a short-term need, please reach out to Accessibility Services at [email protected].

We are eager to hear your questions, concerns, or feedback, and will do all possible to provide a solution.

Please direct all general inquiries to: [email protected].

For more information, please see our Accessibility Services pages, or review our Digital Content Accessibility policy within the Faculty Staff Manual.

Accessible to All

Digital accessibility ensures that everyone—regardless of ability—can fully participate in Chesapeake’s online experiences. It’s about making sure our websites, course materials and digital tools work for all members of our community.

Here’s why it’s important:

  • It’s about inclusion. Accessibility helps remove barriers for people with disabilities so everyone can access information, complete tasks and engage equally.
  • It supports student success. Accessible digital materials make learning and campus life easier for all students—especially those who rely on assistive technology.
  • It benefits everyone. Clear structure, readable text and well-labeled content improve usability for all audiences, including those using phones or reading in low light.
  • It’s a legal requirement. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related laws require public universities to ensure equal access to digital content.
  • It reflects our values. Ensuring accessibility upholds Chesapeake College’s commitment to equity, respect and opportunity for all.

Chesapeake College is moving strategically to meet new accessibility requirements established under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). These  new rules make it clear that digital accessibility is now a legal requirement for all public institutions, including community colleges.

That means everything we publish or share online—from our public website to course materials inside learning management systems and behind login—must meet recognized accessibility standards outlined in WCAG 2.1 AA.

The goal of these regulations is simple but important: to make sure everyone, including people with disabilities, can access and use digital information equally. Whether that’s registering for classes, completing coursework or reading campus news, accessibility ensures every member of our community can fully participate.

Everyone who creates digital content on behalf of Chesapeake College plays a part in accessibility. That includes:

  • Website Editors: Following Chesapeake’s web content and accessibility standards when updating public-facing pages.
  • Faculty: Designing courses and preparing course materials with accessibility in mind.
  • Staff: Considering accessibility when sharing documents, creating presentations, sending communications or posting to social media.

Resources to Get Started

Chesapeake College provides resources, tools and training to help you create accessible content confidently and effectively.

Depending on your own role and experience at Chesapeake, your responsibilities — and the tools available to you — will be different.

For Faculty

For Staff

Accessibility in Action Videos

For Students

At Chesapeake College, we are dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment for all students. Our Accessibility Services are designed to adapt the College’s resources to meet the individual needs of students with disabilities, ensuring equal access to all programs and facilities. Guided by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, we are committed to making sure that no qualified student is denied the benefits of any educational program or activity.

Visit our Accessibility Services webpage to find more resources and request accommodations.

General Resources