Part of being a community college is being inclusive: to fully include everyone who engages with us. Therefore, accessibility isn’t optional. It’s a mandatory mindset and practice for everyone working on PC communications.
We are committed to accessibility out of respect for the rights and dignity of others, as stated in our PC values page.
As a public institution, we receive federal, state and local funding. That means both Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (1973) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990) apply to our campus. The Kern Community College District has established a systemwide policy, known as the Information and Communications Technology Accessibility & Acceptable Use Policy (AP 3725 in Board Policy documents).
Want to learn more about accessibility and why it matters? We recommend exploring Porterville College's Disability Resources Center and its online resources.
