SFUSD Biliteracy Recognitions
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Through these awards, we aim to recognize the development of language skills amongst 5th and 8th grade students enrolled in our language programs, encourage students to stay connected to their home language and culture, and ensure our students are prepared to earn the Seal of Biliteracy upon high school graduation.
Pathways to Biliteracy
SFUSD's Biliteracy Recognitions honor students who demonstrate growth in both English and another language. Students have multiple entry points to earn the Seal of Biliteracy as graduating seniors.
Biliteracy Attainment Recognition
Beginning in the 2024-2025 school year, 8th grade students enrolled in Biliteracy, Dual Language Immersion, and World Language programs who show proficiency both in English and in the target language of the program will be awarded the Biliteracy Attainment Recognition.
Students will receive a certificate and ribbon at their 8th grade graduation ceremony.
Biliteracy Program Participation Recognition
The Biliteracy Program Participation Recognition is awarded to all 5th-grade students enrolled in World Language, Dual Language Immersion, and Biliteracy Programs during the full school year.
This recognition is also awarded to all 8th grade students enrolled in World Language, Dual Language Immersion, and Biliteracy Programs during the full school year who do not meet the Biliteracy Attainment proficiency requirements.
Students will receive a certificate at their 5th grade promotion or 8th grade graduation ceremony.
This page was last updated on March 27, 2025