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Press ReleaseContact:
Sarah Loughlin, Communications Manager
National School Public Relations Association
301-519-1221 | sloughlin@nspra.org

Cecilia Zhong, Public Relations
Sogolytics
czhong@sogolytics.com
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NSPRA and Sogolytics Release Landmark National Report on Digital Accessibility in K-12 Schools

ROCKVILLE, MD. (December 15, 2025) – The National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA), in collaboration with survey and experience management platform Sogolytics, has released a new national report examining the state of digital accessibility in K-12 education. From Compliance to Culture: Advancing Digital Accessibility in K-12 Education offers a comprehensive look at original survey data from school communication professionals, recent federal Title II updates and district case studies designed to help school systems prepare for upcoming accessibility requirements.

The report reveals a mixed national picture: While school communicators overwhelmingly recognize the importance of digital accessibility, many districts still lack the policies, training and cross-department systems needed to ensure fully accessible digital content and platforms.

Key findings include:

• Only 14% of respondents say their districts have completed or nearly completed the updates mandated under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which requires school systems to ensure digital platforms and content are accessible by April 2026 or 2027.
• Fewer than half (46%) say digital accessibility is a high priority within their district.
• 97% identify lack of staff awareness as a barrier, and 94% cite a need for additional training.
• 49% of districts conduct no formal review of vendor accessibility claims during technology procurement or contract renewal.

“This report offers the clearest picture we’ve seen of where districts stand and where the roadblocks really are,” said NSPRA Executive Director Barbara M. Hunter, APR. “School communicators have led the way in accessibility for years, but true progress will require a districtwide commitment supported by policy, training and strong vendor partnerships.”

In addition to national findings, the report provides:

• A plain-language overview of the new ADA Title II digital accessibility requirements, including compliance timelines for districts.
• A research-informed set of high-impact actions, from cross-department governance models to comprehensive staff training plans.
• Guidance on how leadership, policy-setting and consistent messaging help districts embed accessibility into everyday operations.
• Examples of how districts are developing cross-department processes and teams to support digital accessibility.

“As the analytics partner trusted by NSPRA and many of its members, we believe it's our shared responsibility to advance digital accessibility in K-12 schools,” said Haris Azmi, chief revenue officer at Sogolytics. “That’s why we’re committed to creating an accessible, inclusive digital experience for every survey participant.”

The report underscores that meaningful progress in digital accessibility requires a coordinated, districtwide effort. By treating accessibility as a shared responsibility and embedding it into daily workflows, schools can advance equity, build stronger connections with families and provide digital experiences that truly serve every member of the community.

Download the full report as a PDF or access a plain-text HTML version of the report.

NOTE: The PDF version of the report includes a clear reading order, organized headings and bookmarks, tagged text with brief alt descriptions and improved color contrast. Because tables are not fully optimized in the PDF, the plain-text HTML version of the report provides the most accessible, screen-reader-friendly format for reviewing table data.
 

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About NSPRA

As the leader in school communication, NSPRA serves more than 3,000 members who work primarily as communication directors in public school districts and education organizations throughout the United States and Canada. NSPRA provides high-quality professional development through on-demand learning, an annual National Seminar, webinars, online forums and resources. Learn more at nspra.org.

About Sogolytics 

Sogolytics empowers organizations to listen, understand, and act with clarity and speed. Our enterprise-grade platform streamlines the entire feedback cycle—from intelligent survey creation to advanced analytics, sentiment detection, and real-time dashboards. Designed to support customer experience, employee engagement and market research initiatives, Sogolytics combines intuitive design for business users with the power and flexibility demanded by analysts.