Definitions

In this Act: (1) ESEA definitions The terms elementary school, English learner, local educational agency, middle grades, secondary school, and State have the meanings given those terms in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 7801). (2) Classical language The term classical language — (A) means— (i) a language that is no longer spoken; or (ii) a language— (I) the spoken varieties of which diverge further away from the classical language over time; and (II) that possesses an independent literary tradition and a large body of ancient written literature; and (B) includes Greek, Latin, Chinese, Arabic, and Sanskrit. (3) Native American language The term Native American language has the meaning given the term in section 103 of the Native American Languages Act (25 U.S.C. 2902). (4) Seal of Biliteracy program The term Seal of Biliteracy program means any program described in section 4(a) that is established or improved, and carried out, with funds received under this Act. (5) Second language The term second language — (A) means any language other than— (i) English; or (ii) in a case where the provisions of paragraph (2) of section 4(a) apply, the Native American language of proficiency described in such paragraph; and (B) includes Braille, American Sign Language, or a classical language. (6) Secretary The term Secretary means the Secretary of Education.