DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – Five Dothan City Schools students have earned the prestigious Seal of Biliteracy, a national honor awarded to those who demonstrate high-level proficiency in English and at least one additional language.
The students are Melina Solares Bran, Vickie Vail Carreto, Colby Goldston, Yonaira Martinez-Romero, and Irma Montiel. They will be formally recognized by the Dothan City Board of Education in May.
Each will receive a graduation medal to honor their achievement.
The award promotes global readiness and values multilingualism in an increasingly diverse society. It also opens doors to scholarships, college credit, and career opportunities.
“These students are trailblazers,” Sarahann Odom, English Language Learner Coordinator, said. “They represent a future where cultural fluency and language skills are vital assets.”
The Alabama Seal of Biliteracy encourages language study, supports student diversity, and helps prepare students for success in a global economy.
