FL S1676

Creates the State Seal of Biliteracy Program to recognize high school graduates who achieve high competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages in addition to English.

Requires students to earn the seal by completing 4 credits of sequential world language instruction with a 3.0+ GPA (or passing a school-district-developed or selected end-of-course exam), meeting English graduation requirements with a 2.0+ GPA, and passing a statewide reading assessment at Level 4 or above.

Allows students to demonstrate competency through passing International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, SAT II, or Cambridge AICE Diploma examinations in a world language.

Directs the Commissioner of Education to provide an insignia for diplomas and transcripts, and requires school districts to maintain records and report students who qualify for the seal; prohibits charging fees for the seal.

Requires the State Board of Education to adopt rules specifying passing scores for examinations and alternative means for students (including non-English native speakers) to demonstrate language competency.