When a student first enrolls in Everett Public Schools, parents complete a Home Language Survey. This survey asks what language is spoken in the home, and what is the child's first language. If the answer to either question is a language other than English, the student takes the WIDA Screener. This brief assessment determines a student's skill level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing English. Students whose scores indicate they are in need of assistance receive support. 

Multilingual learners are re-assessed annually using the WIDA ACCESS or WIDA Alternate ACCESS each spring.  Their scores on this assessment determine whether they continue to qualify for support through the ML program for the following year. Students continue to qualify for ML support based on the levels determined by the state. Once a student scores at a level of proficiency determined by the state, the student is exited from the ML program. However, student progress is monitored for two additional years, and support is provided if the student has difficulty in classes.