SCOE's Seal of Biliteracy
The Stanislaus County Seal of Biliteracy is an earned merit-based award given by the Stanislaus County Office of Education in partnership with the State of California 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 Stanislaus 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)
The Stanislaus Seal of Biliteracy is a merit-based award that students earn by meeting specific program requirements and proficiency standards.
Students are responsible for proactively researching, understanding, and successfully completing all the program steps and proficiency requirements to earn the Stanislaus County Seal of Biliteracy award.
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- The Application
- Writing Proficiency Assessment: English & Target Language
- Oral Proficiency Assessment
- The Student Interviews: March 14-23, 2025
- What must I do to earn the Seal?
- The Award Ceremony