Your Name and Title: Ruth Valle German/French teacher

School Name: Sequoyah High School

Co-Presenter Name: None

Area of the World from Which You Will Present: East Tennessee, USA

Language in Which You Will Present: English

Target Audience: High School teachers, administrators, guidance counselors

Short Session Description: The presenter will explore her experience with the Volstate Seal of Biliteracy which is now available to high school seniors.

Full Session Description: The presenter will explore her experience with the Volstate Seal of Biliteracy which is now available to seniors in the State of Tennessee. The seal certifies that students are literate in two or more languages. The presenter will discuss the requirements for qualifying for the seal and elaborate on benefits to the students, especially in terms of employability.  As global citizens, biliterate students are able to participate in their communities more efficiently, making more meaningful communication with people of other cultures a reality. Additionally, the Seal of Biliteracy is a source of pride for the students' parents, rewarding their efforts to raise bilingual children in a world that has been increasigly difficult for immigrants. 

Websites: https://www.volstateseal.org