Eight seniors from USD 305 have been recognized for their literacy in more than one language by the Kansas State Department of Education.
Graduates received a “Seal of Biliteracy” certificate and the recognition has been added to their high school transcripts.
“USD 305 proudly celebrates these students’ accomplishments,” said Linn Exline, superintendent of schools. “The Seal of Biliteracy signifies that these students have mastered reading, writing, speaking and listening in two or more languages. This level of proficiency is the result of hours of language study and a strong commitment to learning.”
This spring, qualifying USD 305 students took the language proficiency assessment. They had to demonstrate language abilities in video chats, wikis and other tasks. The result was that USD 305 students received eight certificates in English and Spanish or English and French.
Graduates who received the Silver Seal of Biliteracy include the following.
Salina High School Central
Malcolm Berkley, English and French
Andrea Flores, English and Spanish
Gael Garcia, English and Spanish
Jesus Jasso, English and Spanish
Hannah Jones, English and French
Melissa Ramirez, English and Spanish
Salina High School South
Pedro Camacho-Romero, English and Spanish
Ernesto Martinez, English and Spanish