Seal of Biliteracy

What is the Seal of Biliteracy?

The Seal of Biliteracy certifies that a graduating high school student has shown a high level of proficiency in one or more languages in addition to English.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2027 (the sooner the better though)

Why get a Seal of Biliteracy?

• Showcase language skills
• Broaden opportunities with future employers
• Add to resume/college applications
• Receive seal on high school diploma
• Wear a cord at graduation

The Utah State Board of Education has said, “This Seal of Biliterate Proficiency approach to learning languages prepares students to be college and career ready and builds state and national language capacity to improve economic competitiveness and strengthen national defense strategies. Equally, it answers the growing need for the critical skills of language and cultural competencies for relationship building—a keystone for success in global business and diverse social environments (Seal of Biliterate Proficiency, USBE, August 2015).

Seal of Biliteracy Qualifications:

1. Demonstration of Proficiency in ENGLISH (Usually through the ACT, WIDA, or AP English Language Composition test)
2. Demonstration of Proficiency in ANOTHER LANGUAGE (Usually through an AP Language & Culture Exam or an AAPPL Language test)
3. Graduate from Bingham High School in June of 2026

Test scores MUST to be submitted with the attached application to show proficiency in English and the additional language. Please see the back of the attached application for Seal of Biliteracy Proof of Proficiency options for further information. You can attach a printed copy of your test scores from your AP Account, ACT Account, and/or Test Scores listed in Skyward.

• English Proficiency – Typically shown with the ACT, WIDA, or AP English Language Composition tests
• Proficiency in Another Language – Typically shown through an AP Language & Culture Exam or an AAPPL Language Test

In order for this recognition to be granted, students need to fill out the application below and return it to the Counseling Center. If you have any questions, please come to the Counseling Center and ask!

An example application is attached below for your reference.

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Application (please apply Senior year)

Please submit completed applications to your High School Counselor.