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The State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB), marked by a gold seal on the diploma or transcript, is a recognition by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction for graduating high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English.
The State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB), marked by a gold seal on the diploma or transcript, is a recognition by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction for graduating high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English.
All students qualify to receive the SSB, provided they meet the requirements listed below.
All students qualify to receive the SSB, provided they meet the requirements listed below.
Benefits
Benefits
Gold seal on high school diploma
Listed on high school transcript
Named in Senior Honors Night and Graduation bulletins
Only for students who complete the requirements before their senior year
More competitive on college applications
Increased employment opportunities
This includes higher salary in some industries
Colleges often view the Seal of Biliteracy favorably as it demonstrates a student's proficiency in two or more languages, which can be an asset in today's globalized world. Some colleges may even offer a scholarship, college credit, or placement for it.
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