Description
Under Ohio’s long-term graduation requirements, students must demonstrate readiness as a part of their pathway to earning a high school diploma. To demonstrate readiness, students must earn at least two seals, one of which must be a state-defined seal. The Ohio Seal of Biliteracy is a state-defined seal.
To earn the Ohio Seal of Biliteracy, graduating seniors must demonstrate high levels of proficiency in English and at least one other language. Students will earn the Seal of Biliteracy by satisfying each of the following:
- Earn a score of proficient or higher on an approved English Language assessment.
- Earn a score of Intermediate High or higher on an approved World Language Assessment within 15 months before graduation.
This handsome medal is plated in shiny gold and brightly colored enamels and comes with a red neck ribbon. The reverse features two engraving pad lines.
Each lapel medal measures 2 inches (50mm) in diameter.








