California Seal of Biliteracy Requirements

The State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB), marked by a gold seal on the diploma or transcript, recognizes high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing one or more languages in addition to English.

Updates for the 2023–24 School Year

Assembly Bill (AB) 370 was signed by Governor Newsom on October 7, 2023. This web page has been updated to reflect the new requirements beginning with 2023–24 graduates. Please see the SSB Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for additional information.

Biliteracy Pathway Recognitions

For more information on the Biliteracy Pathway Recognitions, visit the CDE Biliteracy Pathway Recognitions web page.