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This bill amends the School Code to update the State Global Scholar Certification Program, which recognizes high school graduates who have demonstrated global competence. The bill clarifies and expands the existing program by establishing that if a provider of an online course, micro-credential, or digital badge can prove that a student meets all required criteria, the school district or nonpublic school must designate the student as having earned State Global Scholar Certification on their diploma and transcript. The certification aims to recognize global education, prepare students with 21st-century skills, and help employers and colleges identify globally competent students. To earn the certification, students must complete at least six globally focused courses, participate in service learning experiences, engage in global collaboration, and complete a capstone project demonstrating global competency. The State Board of Education will develop the specific criteria and guidelines for the certification, and importantly, no student may be charged a fee to receive this designation, although students might incur costs in demonstrating their proficiency. The bill also mandates that by the 2026-2027 school year, students from schools not offering the certification can earn it remotely through approved online courses and credentials.

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https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3250&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104