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What is the Seal of Biliteracy?
What is the Seal of Biliteracy?
The Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy is an awared bestowed by the Illinois State Board of Education and given by the Bloom Township High School District 206 in recognition and celebration of students who have attained a high level of proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. The state of Illinois officially adopted the Seal of Biliteracy in 2013.
Students who have earned the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy or the Illinois Commendation Toward Biliteracy will receive their award at the time of their graduation. Their acheivement will be acknowledged on student transcripts and diplomas.
Rationale for the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy
Rationale for the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy
The Illinois State Board of Education and Bloom Township High School District 206 recognize the importance of language and how it helps prepare students for global citizenship. Not only is learning a language beneficial to students' cognitive development, it also provides opportunities for them to particiapte effectively in global political, social, cutlural and economic contexts. Further, the demand for employees to be fluent in more than one language is rapidly increasing in Illinois and throughout the world. The Seal of Biliteracy builds upon the rich linguistic and cultural assets of the district and community, providing students with the necessary skills to be successful in college, career and life.
For more information about the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy, please explore the FAQ or contact Dr. Ariana Leonard, District Director of Language Acquisition.
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