World Language Department
In a world that is becoming more international, Languages are a vital part of every educated person. Therefore, the World
Language Department at SLz offers three languages to support the diverse needs and interests of our students - American
Sign Language, Chinese, and Spanish for native and non-native speakers. While 1 year (10 credits) of a Fine Art is required,
at least 2 years or the same language are required for a-g eligibility, 3 years recommended, and 4 years to be competitively
eligible to attend a UC/CSU. Furthermore, any student completing four years of a language becomes eligible for the State
Seal of Biliteracy.
A SEAL OF BILITERACY is a statement by the school system that mastery of two or more languages is important. It
encourages students to pursue biliteracy, honors the skills our students attain, and can be evidence of skills that are
attractive to future employers and college admissions offices. A Seal of Biliteracy is granted to all students who meet the
criteria for the award. For each level, criteria is set for students whose first language is English, who are learning a second
language, and for English Learners who are developing academic proficiency in their home language while mastering
English.
High School Criteria for the "Seal of Biliteracy" English Component
• Proficient or Advanced score on ELA CAASPP test
• 2.0 Grade Point Average in all ELD and/or ELA courses toward graduation
World Language Component
• Score of 3 or higher on World Language AP Exam OR
• Score of 4 or higher on IB Exam OR
• Score of 600 or higher on a World Language SAT II Subject Exam OR
• Completion of 4 years with a Grade of B or better.
For more information, please go to: http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/el/er/sealofbiliteracy.asp
Language Department at SLz offers three languages to support the diverse needs and interests of our students - American
Sign Language, Chinese, and Spanish for native and non-native speakers. While 1 year (10 credits) of a Fine Art is required,
at least 2 years or the same language are required for a-g eligibility, 3 years recommended, and 4 years to be competitively
eligible to attend a UC/CSU. Furthermore, any student completing four years of a language becomes eligible for the State
Seal of Biliteracy.
A SEAL OF BILITERACY is a statement by the school system that mastery of two or more languages is important. It
encourages students to pursue biliteracy, honors the skills our students attain, and can be evidence of skills that are
attractive to future employers and college admissions offices. A Seal of Biliteracy is granted to all students who meet the
criteria for the award. For each level, criteria is set for students whose first language is English, who are learning a second
language, and for English Learners who are developing academic proficiency in their home language while mastering
English.
High School Criteria for the "Seal of Biliteracy" English Component
• Proficient or Advanced score on ELA CAASPP test
• 2.0 Grade Point Average in all ELD and/or ELA courses toward graduation
World Language Component
• Score of 3 or higher on World Language AP Exam OR
• Score of 4 or higher on IB Exam OR
• Score of 600 or higher on a World Language SAT II Subject Exam OR
• Completion of 4 years with a Grade of B or better.
For more information, please go to: http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/el/er/sealofbiliteracy.asp