(from FACT sheet):
The Seal of Biliteracy is a statement of accomplishment and a credential that recognizes a student’s readiness for career, college, and engagement as a global citizen.
The student receives a certificate of recognition from the Kansas State Department of Education.
Students are recognized at the high school graduation ceremony.
The Seal of Biliteracy's vision is for employers and institutions of higher education to accept the Seal of Biliteracy as a language credential. The standardization of this credential not only benefits employers and educational institutions, it also clarifies learning goals for students in a very practical and motivating way.
(from SoB Infographic poster):
There are many economic, cognitive, social and health benefits to becoming multilingual.
Colleges are beginning to accept the Seal of Biliteracy for retroactive college credit.
More than half the world speaks multiple languages.
Travel to more places in the world, not as a tourist, but as an engaged citizen of the world.
Expand your access to other medias. You’ll understand more music, books and movies.
Expand your career choices and the locations in the world you can work.
Increase your potential. Nine out of 10 United States employers rely on employees with language skills other than English. One-third report a high dependency on language skills.
A recent study shows that being multilingual slows the onset of mental decline caused by dementia.
(From Hannah Janzen's video, The social and cultural benefits of language learning):
Useful for your future education.
You're able to develop other skills more easily.
Concrete proof of biliteracy that is useful when applying for college/ university, a job.
Makes you competitive and able to connect with others and the world.
(From Alvaro Escobedo's video, The educational and economic impact of one student):
You can be hired as an interpreter.
It's easier to find a job with better pay as it opens job opportunities.
You are more marketable.
Proof that you're the best job/student applicant.
Your employer will be able to provide better customer service with your skills.
Recognizes the value of bilingualism.