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Huntsville City Schools board hears plan to add Alabama Seal of Biliteracy to student transcripts

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District staff proposed adopting the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy, outlined eligibility requirements, timeline and estimated per-student costs; plan requires state approval before local implementation.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville City Schools staff presented a plan April 8 for the district to offer the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy on student transcripts, outlining eligibility, testing options and a timeline that would begin local promotion after state approval.

The proposal, led by Tamara Robbins, ESOL coordinator for Huntsville City Schools, said the Alabama Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who demonstrate proficiency in English and at least one additional language. "The Alabama Seal of Biliteracy is based on solid research…

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