Seal of Biliteracy
The State Seal of Biliteracy is an award given by the State of California in partnership with county offices and local school districts. It recognizes and honors student attainment of proficiency in English and at least one other world language by high school graduation. Appearing on the transcript of the graduating senior, the State Seal of Biliteracy serves to verify a student’s linguistic proficiencies to potential employers and interested colleges.
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Recognize students who have acquired proficiency in English and additional language(s)
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Emphasize the value of knowing many languages
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Contribute to global understanding
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Encourage the learning of all languages
- Assurance of a marketable skill
- Connection of community efforts to teach language(s) and culture(s)
- Transcript notation
- Recognition of the award at graduation ceremonies (based on district policy)
Contact Us
1100 H Street
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 238-1301
(209) 238-4236 Fax
eruiz@stancoe.org
Social
- The Application
- Assessment of Writing Proficiency in English and the Target Language
- Assessment of Oral Proficiency
- The Student Interview Event
- What scores do I need to earn the Seal?
- The Award Ceremony
The Application
Assessment of Writing Proficiency in English and the Target Language
Assessment of Oral Proficiency
The Student Interview Event
What scores do I need to earn the Seal?
The Award Ceremony
To determine whether a student is eligible to apply, he/she should review the state requirements checklist and check the participating high school. Students must meet all state and county requirements before applying.