California State Seal of Biliteracy
Information for Parents & Students
The California Department of Education California State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB) is an award placed on a student’s high school diploma and transcript that recognizes students who have demonstrated proficiency in English and at least one other language.
The Seal shows colleges, universities, employers, and scholarship programs that a student is bilingual and biliterate.
Why Is the Seal of Biliteracy Valuable?
Students who earn the Seal demonstrate important real-world skills, including:
The California Department of Education California State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB) is an award placed on a student’s high school diploma and transcript that recognizes students who have demonstrated proficiency in English and at least one other language.
The Seal shows colleges, universities, employers, and scholarship programs that a student is bilingual and biliterate.
Why Is the Seal of Biliteracy Valuable?
Students who earn the Seal demonstrate important real-world skills, including:
- Bilingual communication
- Reading and writing in two languages
- Cultural awareness
- College and career readiness
- College applications
- Scholarship opportunities
- Job applications
- Future careers in education, healthcare, business, law enforcement, and more
How do I Qualify for the State Seal of Biliteracy?
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If you are interested, please contact your current World Language teacher or counselor for more information.