MCSD is committed to recognizing and honoring the diversity within our schools and communities. The Oregon State Seal of Biliteracy is an award given in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. The award is available for all qualifying MCSD students. The seal is awarded to students that satisfy all of these requirements:

1. Meet all Oregon high school graduation requirements

2. Pass Essential Skills in Reading and Writing in English

3. Demonstrate proficiency in a language other than English:

   • CLEP test offered through BMCC and EOU

   • Complete a panel interview in the additional language (scheduling begins in January)

Students earning the Seal of Biliteracy will be acknowledged on the graduation program; receive a certificate and seal from Oregon Department of Education; and wear a stole during graduation specific to the program.

Why participate in the Seal of Biliteracy?

• students may earn World Language credit through proficiency testing

• students may also earn credit or course considerations when applying for admission to post-secondary institutions

• employers seek biliterate employees

Questions?

Contact your building principal, conselor or the Director of Educational Services to begin the process.