Students enrolled in SC high schools shall have the opportunity to earn graduation Seals of Distinction within each high school diploma pathway that identifies a particular area of focus.  The earning of a graduation seal(s) shall be based upon the following criteria:

• Students shall meet all requirements set forth in State Board Policy R43-234: State Graduation Requirements related to earning a high school diploma. 
• Students may earn one or more Seals of Distinction, including an Honors Seal, College Seal, Career Seal, or Specialization Seal (in the following focus areas: STEM, World Language, Arts, and Military).
• Students are not required to earn a Seal of Distinction in order to receive a diploma.

View the South Carolina Pathways Overview document on the State Department's Website

Seals of Distinction