Eight Carrollton High School graduates met the criteria to earn a state biliteracy seal which was awarded last month.

This designation recognizes Kate Albertus, Nathally Arias, Javier Lopez Miranda, Mikenli Moreland, Adamary Maldonado, Estefenny Perez Martinez, Alec Siek and Steven Slappey as graduates with a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading and writing in another language. To earn the seal, the students had to receive a high score on the IB Spanish exam to demonstrate their command of the language. 

The Georgia Department of Education offers this recognition program to honor students who realize the importance of proficiency in a language other than English. By earning the Georgia Seal of Biliteracy, the students will be able to highlight this designation on their resumés, giving them a critical advantage over others seeking future employment in an ever-increasing global economy.

“These students were exceptional on many levels, but achieving the Georgia Seal of Biliteracy is a major achievement,” said CHS Principal Ian Lyle. “I am proud of their efforts and pleased they received state recognition.”