Professor Dr. Chris Olivera delivers keynote address at California State Conference on Biliteracy

Publish Date: Nov. 7, 2024

On November 7, Dr. Chris Olivera, Professor of Microbiology and chair of the Kinesiology & Health Education department at Crafton Hills College (CHC), delivered a keynote address on biliteracy and the power of language to an audience of pupils throughout the state who have completed the biliteracy program, their parents, local dignitaries, delegates, and San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools Ted Alejandre and his team.

This event is the annual celebration of California pupils who have demonstrated mastery of bilingual skills and been awarded the Seal of Biliteracy, which will appear of their diplomas. Olivera offered his appreciation of their efforts and stressed the importance of their language skills.

For more information on the Biliteracy Pathway Recognitions, visit the CDE Biliteracy Pathway Recognitions web page.