Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy Program
Quakertown Community School District multilingual students have the opportunity to be awarded the Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy (PASB). This distinction is awarded to students who illustrate intermediate-high proficiency in both English and another language at the time of high school graduation.  PASB encourages students to pursue the skills of biliteracy and can be evidence of skills that are attractive to future employers and college admissions offices.
Seal of Biliteracy Overview is a document that highlights the program's objectives, benefits, and the importance of recognizing students who achieve proficiency in multiple languages.
To simplify the understanding of the Seal of Biliteracy process, we have created a Seal Flowchart that visually represents the steps involved from application to award.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Pennsylvania Seal of Biliteracy?
An award presented to recognize graduating QCSD seniors who are proficient in English and one or more world languages.
Who Should Apply?
Students who demonstrate intermediate-high proficiency level on an approved world language and the English language. The PASB is awarded at the time of graduation, so students are encouraged to apply during their junior year.
Why Apply?
Possible college credits
Recognition of biliteracy
Demonstration of linguistic abilities
More access to the global job market
Highlights heritage language(s)
How Do I Apply?
Review Requirements Below:
To earn a seal, you must earn an average of final grades equaling 80% or higher in
English and a world language in 8-12 grade.
For English, you must have at least one of the following requirements: score proficient or advanced on your Keystone literature; If you are an English Learner (EL), then you reclassify; Score 3 or higher on AP literature test; or successfully complete the portfolio.
For World Language, you must have at least one of the following requirements: Transcripts from country showing language instruction in native language for 3+ years; score intermediate-high on World Language assessment; or successfully complete the portfolio.
Enroll in the Seal of Biliteracy Canvas Course
After reading through all of the information above, if you still need more information or have questions, please contact Brett Farley, K-12 Humanities Curriculum Coordinator, by email at bfarley@qcsd.org.