GHS uses AAPPL test for biliteracy testing. 

Each test contains four components:

• Reading

• Listening

• Speaking

• Writing

Each part of the test costs $5.00. First time testers must register, pay for, and attempt all four parts ($20.00 total). Students must meet the intermediate proficient level to qualify for the Seal of Biliteracy. 

Students who do not reach intermediate proficiency, may retest any portion of the test for an additional fee of $5.00 per section during the next testing window. 

For languages without available assessments, students must meet proficiency in all skills that are applicable based on the district’s Seal of Biliteracy Plan (determined by the Seal of Biliteracy Committee).

Students who qualify for free/reduced lunch will receive a discount. Otherwise, students are responsible for any assessment fees not covered by their school/district.

Students will need their Chromebooks for testing, along with headphones and a microphone.  Most headphones that come with smart phones have a microphone capability, however, if a student needs a headset, please indicate that need on the registration form and we can provide a headset. 

Biliteracy Test #1: November 6 from 7:30-11 AM

Biliteracy Test #2: February 5 from 7:30-11 AM

The test is roughly 2 hours in duration and is self-paced. We provide students 3 hours to test (1st-3rd Hours). 

Biliterate students receive an official MDE Letter of Certification and an embossed gold foil seal.  Graduating students will also wear special cords indicating biliterate status. 

Students tested in their senior year may not receive test results until summer of their graduating year.  The Seal will be awarded retroactively following graduation.

Interested students should contact their world language instructor, their ML instructor, and/or their counselor.