ACCESSIBILITY

The Hampton Board of Education is committed to providing an accessible website. If you have difficulty accessing content, have difficulty viewing a file on the website, or notice any accessibility problems, please contact Tom Schenking to specify the nature of the accessibility issue and any assistive technology you use. The Hampton BOE will strive to provide the content you need in the format you require.

The Hampton BOE welcomes your suggestions and comments about improving ongoing efforts to increase the accessibility of this website.

WEB ACCESSIBILITY HELP

There are actions you can take to adjust your web browser to make your web experience more accessible.

  • I am blind or can't see very well

    If you have trouble seeing web pages, the US Social Security Administration offers these tips for optimizing your computer and browser to improve your online experience.

  • I find a keyboard or mouse hard to use

    If you find a keyboard or mouse difficult to use, speech recognition software is available that may help you navigate web pages and online services. This software allows you to move focus around a web page or application screen through voice controls.

  • I am deaf or hard of hearing

    If you are deaf or hard of hearing, there are several accessibility features available to you.

    Transcripts

    A text transcript is a text equivalent of audio information that includes spoken words and non-spoken sounds such as sound effects. The Hampton BOE is reviewing adding transcripts to scripted video and audio content. 

    Captioning

    A caption is transcript for the audio track of a video presentation that is synchronized with the video and audio tracks. Captions are generally rendered visually by being superimposed over the video, which benefits people who are deaf and hard-of-hearing, and anyone who cannot hear the audio (e.g., when in a crowded room). The videos linked on our The Hampton BOE websites to YouTube have captions readily available. The Hampton BOE is reviewing adding captions for other videos. Learn how to turn captioning on and off in YouTube.  

    Volume Controls

    Your computer, tablet, or mobile device has volume control features. Each video and audio service has its own additional volume controls. Try adjusting both your device’s volume controls and your media players’ volume controls to optimize your listening experience.