Seals & Credentials
NYS Seal of Civic Readiness
Kenmore East and Kenmore West High Schools participate in the New York State Seal of Civic Readiness. This seal is a formal recognition that a student has attained a high level of proficiency in terms of civic knowledge, civic skills, civic mindset, and civic experiences. The Seal of Civic Readiness distinction on a high school transcript and diploma:
- shows the student’s understanding of a commitment to participatory government; civic responsibility and civic values;
- demonstrates to universities, colleges, and future employers that the student has completed an action project in civics or social justice;
- and recognizes the value of civic engagement and scholarship.
NYS Seal of Biliteracy
Kenmore East and West High Schools participate in the New York State Seal of Biliteracy (NYSSB). This seal recognizes students who have studied and attained a high proficiency in one or more languages, in addition to English. The purpose of the Seal of Biliteracy is to affirm the value of diversity in a multilingual society, encourage the study of languages, identify high school graduates with biliteracy skills for employers, prepare students with 21st century skills, and to recognize the value of world and home language instruction in schools.