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Eight seniors from USD 305 are being recognized for their literacy in more than one language.

According to information from the school district, the seniors are being recognized by the Kansas State Department of Education. In addition to receiving a “Seal of Biliteracy” certificate, the recognition has been added to their high school transcripts, the district noted.

“Earning a Seal of Biliteracy requires exemplary performance in reading, writing, speaking and listening in a second language,” said Linn Exline, executive director of school improvement and incoming superintendent as of July 1. “Few students reach this high level of competency. These eight students should be proud of their accomplishment; they have a skill set that few share.”

This spring, qualifying USD 305 students took the language proficiency assessment. They had to demonstrate language abilities such as reading, writing, listening, speaking in video chats, wikis and other tasks. Following are the students who were recognized for their proficiency in more than one language.

Salina High School Central

Ashley Eck, English and Spanish

Carlos Jaramillo, English and Spanish

Lauren Tubal, English and Spanish

 

Salina High School South

Cristobal Dominguez, English and Spanish

Daniela Rivera, English and Spanish

Reyna Martinez, English and Spanish

Aracely Nieto, English and Spanish

Ivan Velo Castaneda, English and Spanish