Seal of Biliteracy

The NYSSB recognizes high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages, in addition to English. The intent of the NYSSB is to encourage the study of languages; identify high school graduates with language and biliteracy skills for employers; provide universities with additional information about applicants seeking admission; prepare students with twenty-first century skills; recognize the value of foreign and native language instruction in schools; and affirm the value of diversity in a multilingual society.

What is the goal of the Seal of Biliteracy?

• highlight the achievement of multilingual students

• prepare students with twenty-first century skills

• recognize the value of world and home language instruction in our schools

• identify high school graduates with language and biliteracy skills for employers or universities

Links & Resources

NYS Education Department Seal of Biliteracy Webpage

NYS Seal of Biliteracy Handbook

Capital District Region RBERN - Seal of BiLiteracy Value

One-page flyers on the NYSSB are now available on the NYS Education Department website for Students and Parents.