C-NS students earn Seal of Biliteracy
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The distinction is relatively new. The New York State Board of Regents adopted it in April of 2016 because it has major benefits, including:
- Identifying high school graduates with language and biliteracy skills for employers;
- Providing universities with additional information about applicants;
- Preparing students with 21st century skills;
- Recognizing the value of world and native language instruction in schools; and
- Affirming the value of diversity in a multilingual society.
Pictured from left to right are Taylor Jacobs (Spanish), Natalie Ackerman (Spanish), Tayler Durantini (Spanish), Kelly Strong (French), Julia Port (French), Kurstin Moser (German) and Sydney Fina (Spanish).