Web Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

DanceStudioMa.com is committed to making its website, including its blog WCAG 2.2 Level AA compliant.

We understand that all websites should be accessible to all users no matter their ability or disability.

We continuously work on enhancing our website to become completely accessible to all users.

Our goal is to conform to all Level AA WCAG 2.2 guidelines and success criteria as published by the W3C.

Assistive Technologies

We use coding best practices to make sure our website is built to work with all assistive technologies.

Assistive technology refers to tools used by individuals with disabilities to perform tasks. To ensure the following applications work effectively, it is necessary to create content with the accessibility features required by WCAG. The tools listed below help individuals access the internet using computers.

  • Screen readers: These are software programs used by individuals who are visually impaired or blind. They read the content of the computer screen aloud. Examples of such software include JAWS for Windows, NVDA, or Voiceover for Mac.
  • Screen magnification software: This software allows users to adjust the size of text and/or graphics on the screen.
  • Text readers: This software reads text aloud using a synthesized voice and may highlight the words being spoken. It is used by individuals with learning disabilities, eye fatigue, or other conditions that affect their ability to read text. Please note that text readers do not read menus or buttons, only the text.
  • Speech input software: This software provides an alternative way to type text and control the computer. Users can give the system commands to perform mouse actions, such as clicking on a link or using a menu item. An example of such software is Dragon Naturally Speaking.
  • Alternative input devices: Some users may not be able to use a mouse or keyboard to access computers. Instead, they may use:
    • Head pointers: A stick or object mounted directly on the user’s head that can be used to push keys on the keyboard. This device is used by individuals who have no use of their hands.
    • Motion tracking or eye tracking: This includes devices that track the target or the user's eyes to interpret where the user wants to place the mouse pointer and moves it for the user.
    • Single switch entry devices: These devices can be used with other alternative input devices or by themselves. They are typically used with on-screen keyboards. The on-screen keyboard has a cursor that moves across the keys. When the key the user wants is in focus, the user can click the switch. This can also work on a webpage. The cursor can move through the webpage, and if the user wants to click on a link or button when that link or button is in focus, the user can activate the switch.

External Websites

This Accessibility Statement applies to web content created by DanceStudioMa.com and does not include external websites which may or may not meet Level AA WCAG 2.2 compliance.

For Assistance with our Website

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Abbreviations

Below are some common abbreviations used throughout our website content:

CMS
A content management system (CMS) is computer software used to manage the creation and modification of digital content (content management).
CPAM
Center for Performing Arts Methuen (CPAM) is used throughout this site for the Center for Performing Arts Dance Studio and Acting School in Methuen.
W3C
The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) is an international public-interest non-profit organization where Member organizations, a full-time staff, and the public work together to develop Web standards.
WCAG
Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) is used to define the international standard for accessible web content.

This page was last updated on March, 12 2024