Website Accessibility Statement
Last Reviewed: February 17, 2026
Barstow Community College (BCC) is committed to fostering an inclusive digital environment and providing equitable access to its programs, services, and online information. The College proactively strives to make its public website accessible and usable for individuals with disabilities, including those who rely on assistive technologies such as screen readers, magnifiers, and voice recognition software.
Technical Standards
To ensure a high-quality experience for all users, BCC works to align its digital presence with the following legal and technical standards:
- The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II
- Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
Continuous Monitoring
Accessibility is an ongoing institutional effort. BCC utilizes Acquia Optimize, a professional-grade automated monitoring platform, to conduct regular audits of our website. This technology helps us identify and remediate accessibility barriers, broken links, and compliance gaps in real-time.
Reporting a Barrier or Requesting Content
If you encounter an accessibility barrier on our website or require any digital content in an alternative format, please let us know.
How to Reach Us:
- Online Form: Submit an Accessibility Report
- Email: pio@barstow.edu
When submitting a request, please include:
- The specific webpage address (URL) where the issue occurred.
- A brief description of the barrier or the format you require.
- Your contact information so we can follow up.
BCC aims to acknowledge all requests within 3 business days.
