MARYLAND SEAL OF BILITERACY:

 High school graduates who can function in two or more languages are equipped with the knowledge and skills to participate successfully in college, careers, and a diverse 21st century society. The Maryland Seal of Biliteracy is a diploma endorsement, authorized by Maryland law, that recognizes a student’s high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages other than English. To receive a Maryland Seal of Biliteracy, a student must do the following: 

• Pass the Maryland High School Assessment in English 10; AND 

• Demonstrate Intermediate high proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in a language other than English, as measured by assessments that are aligned to ACTFL (The American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) proficiency guidelines. 

For more information about the approved assessments, please visit this website.

Students interested in learning more may contact Ms. Rebecca Hanford, Resource Teacher.  Practice tests for many languages are available through Avant.  Click on this link to find available tests.  Informational meetings will occur during the fall semester before the first window for testing opens for seniors in October 2024.  Juniors are also eligible to test.