Scituate High School Diplomas Stand Out

Scituate High School diplomas now feature a special detail that sets them apart from other high school diplomas. Scituate’s World Language Department has implemented the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy is awarded to Scituate Public Schools students who demonstrate proficiency in English and another world language. This impressive designation provides universities with a method to recognize and give credit to applicants for attainment of high-level skills in languages and prepares students with skills that will benefit them in the labor market and the global society. 

According to the Massachusetts Department of Education: 

“The State Seal of Biliteracy is an award provided by state approved districts that recognizes high school graduates who attain high functional and academic levels of proficiency in English and a world language in recognition of having studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. Our vision is to help students recognize the value of their academic success and see the tangible benefits of being bilingual. The State Seal of Biliteracy takes the form of a seal that appears on the transcript and diploma of the graduating senior and is a statement of accomplishment for future employers and for college admissions.”

The graduating class of 2023 had 7 students qualify for this amazing designation. We extend our congratulations to Sophie Cahoon, Lauren Esker, Lucy Finkle, Lilly George, Hailey Graziano, Fiona Hanley and Jane McGuiggan. The classes of 2024 and 2025 already have several qualifying students. Matthew Carolan, Benjamin Eachus, Ava Von Freyman, Katie Von Freyman, Loiusa Kinsley, Matthew Short, and Myles Wasserman have all qualified for the Massachusetts Seal of Biliteracy ahead of their projected graduation year. We look forward to continuing to award the Seal of Biliteracy to many more Scituate High School students in the future.