• What is the Seal of Biliteracy? 
    The Parkway School District is proud to support the Missouri Seal of Biliteracy. The Missouri Seal of Biliteracy is a nationally-recognized award that honors the achievements of graduating seniors who are able to demonstrate proficiency in two or more languages. It symbolizes the hard work and dedication required to develop language proficiency and global competency. The award exists on two levels, the Missouri Seal of Biliteracy and the Distinguished Missouri Seal of Biliteracy, depending on the proficiency level demonstrated by the student.  This award will be denoted on the student's transcripts upon graduation. 

    Why is it valuable?
    The Seal of Biliteracy:

    • ​​provides employers with a method of identifying people with language and biliteracy skills.
    • provides universities with evidence of attaining high-level skills in multiple languages.
    • prepares students with 21st-century skills that will benefit them in the labor market and the global society.
    • honors the multiple cultures and languages in our community.

    Do colleges / universities accept the seal for any credit?
    Yes! Since it is a Missouri Seal, you can earn Missouri college level credit if the student attends one of the institutions below. Below is the current snapshot, but make sure to check the college's website for the most up to date information:

    • UMSL: 13 credits for the SoBL / 16-17 credits for the Distinguished SoBL
    • Truman University: 6-8 credits for the SoBL / 12-14 credits for the Distinguished SoBL
    • MO State: 12 credits for the SoBL / 18 credits for the Distinguished SoBL
    • Southern Illinois University Edwardsville: up to 16 credits
    • Evangel University: 14 credits for the SoBL
    • Missouri Southern State University: 6-18 credits for the range of SoBL scores
    • William Woods: up to 18 credits for the range of SoBL scores
    • University of Missouri Kansas City: 12 credits for the SoBL
    • University of Central Missouri: 12 credits for the SoBL
    • Southeast Missouri State University: 12 credits for the SoBL

    Who can earn the Seal of Biliteracy?

    • All Parkway students who are proficient in English and another language(s). 
    • Applications for the 23-24 school year are open to current 11th and 12th graders.

    What do you need to earn this award?

     

    Seal of Biliteracy

    Distinguished Seal of Biliteracy

    English Language Learners
    • ACT English Score of 18, OR English II EOC Score of Proficient, OR ACCESS Score of 4.0
    • A score of Intermediate Mid in each domain of the proficiency exam in the language(s) of choice
    • Score of Proficient on the Global Competency Project
    • ACT English Score of 21, OR English II EOC Score of  Advanced, OR ACCESS Score of 4.7
    • A score of Advanced in each domain of the proficiency exam in the language(s) of choice 
    • Score of Proficient on the Global Competency Project

    World Language Learners 
    • ACT English Score of 18, OR English II EOC Score of Proficient 
    • A score of Intermediate Mid in each domain of the proficiency exam in the language(s) of choice
    • Score of Proficient on the Global Competency Project
    • ACT English Score of 21, OR English II EOC Score of Advanced.
    • A score of Advanced in each domain of the proficiency exam in the language(s) of choice
    • Score of Proficient on the Global Competency Project

    How to apply for the Seal of Biliteracy?

    • The World Languages Department will be accepting applications between September 11, 2023 - December 1, 2023.
    • Interested applicants should complete the form linked HERE before December 1st, 2023.

    Other Important Resources:
    Timeline 2023-2024
    Eligibility Requirements 2023-2024

    Questions? Contact your World Language Teacher OR
    Lauren Farrelly
    World Languages Lead 
    Teaching, Learning, and Accountability
    Parkway Schools
    314.415.8462
    lfarrelly@parkwayschools.net