Pathway to Biliteracy

Pathway to Biliteracy and Seal of Biliteracy Awards Informational Video

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In order to be honored with the Pathway to Biliteracy Award in 8th Grade, students must:

Demonstrate English Proficiency by meeting one of the following criteria:

8th grade academic mark of B or above in ELA coursework for both semesters
8th grade academic mark of B or above in ELD coursework for both semesters
7th grade overall level 3 or 4 on the ELPAC/AltELPAC
7th grade score of “Standards Met” or above on the SBA/CAA for English Language Arts
8th grade score of 594+ on the L.A. Unified – approved ELA assessment (iReady)

Note: The 10-week spring reporting period grade will be used for the Pathway Award

AND

Demonstrate Proficiency in a Language Other Than English (LOTE) by either:
- OPTION 1: Complete a 1B or higher Language other than English (LOTE) course (e.g., Spanish 1B) with the final grade of B and above

- OPTION 2: 8th grade score of “Proficient” on the L.A. Unified – approved language assessment (iReady Spanish Reading or Avant Language Test in Speaking, Reading, or Writing)

- OPTION 3: 7th grade overall score of 744 or above on the California Spanish Assessment.

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Early November | Family Informational Meetings, Student Interest Recruitment

December | Verification/Confirmation of ELA/ELD criteria

January - February | Students complete iReady Spanish or Avant Language assessment

March 28th | Eligible student list is certified and submitted to MMED

June | Students are recognized at Culmination ceremony

Please contact Mrs. Goshorn with any questions regarding the Middle School Pathway to Biliteracy.