In the 2015-16 school year, Everett Public Schools began offering world language testing to students in grades 7-12 to provide an opportunity to earn high school credit by demonstrating fluency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in a language other than English. Students earning the maximum credits (4) are also eligible for the Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy is earned when the student fulfills their English graduation requirements and has earned the maximum credits (4) on the World Language Assessment. Students who earn the Seal of Biliteracy will have their biliteracy indicated on their transcript and special honors at graduation.

Students may test annually at their school in the language of their choice. Families are encouraged to register as soon as possible to allow ample time for Assessment staff to locate an appropriate language test in the language of your choice.

Learn more about the World Language Assessment: Frequently Asked Questions.

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Please note that these are not limited to the languages in which the WLA is offered. 

1. Passing a world language advanced placement examination with a score of three (3) or higher;
2. Demonstrating intermediate-mid level proficiency or higher in the world language based on the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) proficiency guidelines, using assessments approved by OSPI for mastery/competency-based credits;
3. Qualifying for four (4) mastery/competency-based credits by demonstrating proficiency in the world language at intermediate-mid level or higher based on the ACTFL proficiency guidelines, in accordance with Board Policy 2415 and Procedure 2415P; or
4. Demonstrating proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading the world language through other national or international assessments approved by OSPI at a level comparable to intermediate-mid level or higher based on the ACTFL proficiency guidelines. (WAC 392-410-350) OSPI and the federally recognized Tribes in Washington have a language proficiency system in place to determine tribal language proficiency with students for the Seal of Biliteracy.