Public Site Features
Neola’s new Policy Publishing Tool has been developed with a foundational commitment to accessibility, ensuring that our public-facing policy sites are designed to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards.
We prioritize digital inclusivity to ensure that all constituents, including those who rely on screen reader technology, have equitable access to district policies. Our compliance strategy includes the following key features:
- Design for Accessibility: The platform was built mobile-first with accessibility in mind from the ground up. This includes careful attention to color contrast, navigation, and layout to ensure readability for users with visual impairments.
- Ongoing Testing: Our team conducts rigorous accessibility testing, including the use of screen readers and various assistive navigation tools, to confirm functionality against accessibility standards.
- Continuous Improvement: We treat accessibility as an iterative process. We are committed to enhancing our tools, maintaining compliance, and implementing best practices as the platform evolves.
- Content Management Best Practices: To support districts in maintaining this standard, Neola provides guidelines for best practices in managing policy forms and documents to ensure that all uploaded content remains fully accessible to your constituents.
If you require formal compliance documentation for your records, please contact your Neola Associate or our production team, as we are actively compiling the necessary materials to assist our districts in fulfilling their accessibility requirements.
District Branding
Public sites within the Policy Publishing Tool can be customized to reflect the unique branding of each school district, helping maintain a consistent identity for your community.
PDF Policy Manual
Each book on the public policy site has an accessible PDF manual available for download. These manuals include a table of contents with direct links to each individual policy and feature page and line numbering to facilitate efficient policy review.