ABOUT US

Our Story

The Volunteer State Seal of Biliteracy began in 2018 when Nashville educators brought the award program to Tennessee to support and celebrate their learners' linguistic assets. Since then, the award program has grown across the state and approximately 1,200 students have received the Seal of Biliteracy award at more than 50 participating schools. We believe that students, community members, and educators are capable and effective leaders in equitable practices and advocacy and seek to grow opportunities for professional and academic leadership for all stakeholders through our work.