In accordance with Virginia House Bill 2278 (2025), Portsmouth Public Schools (PPS) completed a comprehensive review of the physical accessibility of all school buildings and grounds for individuals with disabilities. As required, this review addresses: (i) physical accessibility challenges in school buildings and grounds; (ii) challenges in access to programming and support; (iii) the plan to eliminate barriers; and (iv) how state agencies can assist.

This report affirms that:

• All PPS facilities were constructed in compliance with the building codes in effect at the time of their original construction.

• All subsequent renovations and additions meet current accessibility standards, including the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code (USBC) and the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design.

• PPS has annual processes that support our commitment to ongoing review and improvement.