Accessibility is for Everyone

Accessibility tools are built right into every iPad, yet often go underutilized simply because we don't know they're there waiting to be discovered. With that in mind, when I set out to create my latest video, I had one clear goal: remind every teacher—yes, including classroom teachers—that accessibility is for everyone, in every classroom, every time, in every place.

Too often, we think of accessibility as a set of tools only for a small group of students with specific needs. In reality, these features are powerful, creative, and useful for all learners. Whether it’s helping a student focus, providing alternate ways to express understanding, or breaking down barriers to participation, accessibility features open doors for everyone.

The video is also accessible on YouTube here.

This video was born out of reflection. Over the past year, our district began bringing more accessibility tools into professional development—helping staff see just how versatile and impactful they can be. I saw firsthand how teachers lit up when they discovered a feature that instantly solved a classroom need, or a personal one, like two teachers who discovered tools to help with their hearing loss.

As I prepared to welcome a new group of teachers into our district this year, I wanted to capture that same spark and share it more widely. My hope was to set the tone from day one: accessibility isn’t just for “some” classrooms—it’s for every classroom.

It features some quick previews of amazing accessibility tools built right into iPad, and while these are just a few of my favorites, there are many more at apple.com/accessibility.

What's your favorite accessibility tool?

Accessibility isn’t an “add-on” or a “special” tool—it’s a built-in superpower. It’s there to make learning more flexible, more inclusive, and more engaging for every single student. And when teachers embrace it, they’re not just meeting a need—they’re expanding possibilities for their whole class.

So whether you’re an art teacher, a history teacher, a math teacher, or anything in between, remember: Accessibility belongs in your classroom, too.

Every time. In every place. For every person.

If you’d like to explore more features (and trust me, there are probably many you haven’t tried yet!), visit apple.com/accessibility and start discovering.