NYS Seal of Biliteracy Recipients Celebrated at Breakfast
June 5, 2026
New York State Seal of Biliteracy recipients were celebrated at Huntington High School for a remarkable achievement during a special breakfast in the school library.
The event honored 49 graduating seniors who earned the prestigious Seal of Biliteracy in Italian, Spanish, Latin, French, and English—a record number of recipients for the program. The breakfast served as a celebration of the students’ years of dedication to language learning and cultural understanding.
Students gathered with their peers, teachers, and advisors to enjoy breakfast, socialize, and reflect on the hard work that led to this accomplishment. Throughout the event, recipients were recognized individually and presented with awards commemorating their achievement. Faculty advisors shared speeches highlighting the students’ commitment, perseverance, and passion for world languages.
The faculty advisors who worked with students include Nadine Araoz, Kristin Fortunato, Eileen Gonzalez, Lorena Hickey, Natalia Kopshti and Gina Trigian-Molvaut. School counselor Ivy Alvayero oversaw the entire process and program.
The New York State Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have demonstrated a high level of proficiency in English and at least one additional language. Earning the seal requires significant academic achievement and serves as a testament to students’ communication skills and global awareness. Recipients will be recognized at graduation with a special New York State Seal of Biliteracy medal to wear with their cap and gown, and they will also receive a gold seal affixed to their diploma.
As the first event of its kind at Huntington High School, the Seal of Biliteracy breakfast marked the beginning of what organizers hope will become a cherished annual tradition. The celebration provided a meaningful opportunity to honor students’ accomplishments while highlighting the value of multilingualism and the important role world languages play in preparing students for success in an increasingly interconnected world.
