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Do you speak or are you studying a language in addition to English?
Do you speak or are you studying a language in addition to English?
If you are a current IPSD 204 student who can demonstrate (via official test scores) your proficiency in both English and another language, you may be interested in obtaining the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy.
If you are a current IPSD 204 student who can demonstrate (via official test scores) your proficiency in both English and another language, you may be interested in obtaining the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy.
The Seal of Biliteracy is a recognition given to graduating high school students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in standard academic English and an additional language (via reading and listening comprehension, writing and speaking). The Seal of Biliteracy will then appear on the transcript or diploma of the graduating senior and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college admissions. Additionally, some universities may provide college credits based on achieving the Seal of Biliteracy or Commendation Toward Biliteracy.
The Seal of Biliteracy is a recognition given to graduating high school students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in standard academic English and an additional language (via reading and listening comprehension, writing and speaking). The Seal of Biliteracy will then appear on the transcript or diploma of the graduating senior and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college admissions. Additionally, some universities may provide college credits based on achieving the Seal of Biliteracy or Commendation Toward Biliteracy.
Please double check IPSD's current information about the Seal of Biliteracy to make sure your language is available.
Please double check IPSD's current information about the Seal of Biliteracy to make sure your language is available.
STAMP 4S and ALTA Test Dates and Times
STAMP 4S and ALTA Test Dates and Times
👉 Please note that Neuqua students currently enrolled in a level 3 World Language (or Chinese level 4) will take the STAMP 4S test in class during the school year - see your language teacher for more information. All other levels and languages must be tested during one of the following test dates:
👉 Please note that Neuqua students currently enrolled in a level 3 World Language (or Chinese level 4) will take the STAMP 4S test in class during the school year - see your language teacher for more information. All other levels and languages must be tested during one of the following test dates:
Semester 1: Test date - Saturday October 25, 2025 @ 8AM - 1PM
Semester 1: Test date - Saturday October 25, 2025 @ 8AM - 1PM
Registration window: 08/29/25 - 3PM on 10/17/25
Registration window: 08/29/25 - 3PM on 10/17/25
Semester 2: Test date - Saturday February 21, 2026 @ 8AM - 1PM
Semester 2: Test date - Saturday February 21, 2026 @ 8AM - 1PM
Registration window: 08/29/25 - 3PM on 02/13/26
Registration window: 08/29/25 - 3PM on 02/13/26
IPSD 204 students who are are interested in applying for and earning the Seal of Biliteracy will need to do the following:
IPSD 204 students who are are interested in applying for and earning the Seal of Biliteracy will need to do the following:
✅ STEP 1: Read and follow the directions on the IPSD website to see what languages are available and apply for that specific language test.
✅ STEP 1: Read and follow the directions on the IPSD website to see what languages are available and apply for that specific language test.
✅ STEP 2: Show your picture ID + proof of payment on the day of the test.
✅ STEP 2: Show your picture ID + proof of payment on the day of the test.
✅ STEP 3: Formally apply for the Seal of Biliteracy during the first semester of your Senior year.
✅ STEP 3: Formally apply for the Seal of Biliteracy during the first semester of your Senior year.
Additional information about the STAMP 4S test
Additional information about the STAMP 4S test
STAMP 4S Test Taker/Parent Guide - Test overview
STAMP Benchmarks & Rubric Guide - Understanding the test expectations and Individual Report scores - to qualify for the Seal of Biliteracy via the STAMP 4S test, you must get a composite score of at least 6 (Intermediate: High).
STAMP 4S Test Taker Guide - How to prepare for and what to do during the assessment
Test Taker Power Up Guide to Improve Language Proficiency - Strategies for improving reading, listening, writing and speaking skills
👉 Avant STAMP 4S Sample Tests - Follow the directions to do a sample test for your second language - be sure to do the STAMP 4S version.
Please note that IPSD 204 no longer offers the AAPPL test.
Please note that IPSD 204 no longer offers the AAPPL test.
QUESTIONS?
QUESTIONS?
See your World Language teacher or Neuqua's WL Department Chair, Tonya Koppin - you can also email her at tonya_koppin@ipsd.org.
See your World Language teacher or Neuqua's WL Department Chair, Tonya Koppin - you can also email her at tonya_koppin@ipsd.org.
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