Everett Public Schools
A message from the Superintendent
Dear Everett Public Schools community,
Happy fall! As we settle into the 2026-27 school year, I am grateful for the energy and enthusiasm filling our schools. Each new school year brings fresh opportunities to learn, grow, and connect, and it has been wonderful to see our students and staff embracing those opportunities across the district.
As I visit our schools, I see students engaged in meaningful learning, teachers creating welcoming and supportive classrooms, and staff working together to help every student succeed. From our youngest learners discovering new possibilities to our seniors preparing for the next chapter, there is so much to look forward to in the year ahead.
Fall is also an important time for strengthening the connection between families and schools. Conferences, school events, and conversations with teachers and staff give us opportunities to come together around a shared goal: supporting each student’s success. Thank you for making time to participate, ask questions, and stay engaged in your child’s learning journey. Your partnership matters.
In the weeks ahead, our schools will be filled with activities that bring our community together, from athletic competitions and music and arts performances to family nights and celebrations of student learning. I encourage you to join us when you can and experience the talent, creativity, and school spirit our students bring to everything they do.
Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping make Everett Public Schools a place where every student can inspire, achieve, and thrive.
Be safe and be well,
Dr. Ian B. Saltzman
Superintendent
Advanced Learning Opportunities and Highly Capable testing
At Everett Public Schools, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to reach their highest potential. Our Advanced Learning programs provide enrichment, acceleration, and support to meet students’ unique abilities and needs from elementary through high school.
These programs include Learning Enrichment and Highly Capable classrooms in elementary schools, accelerated pathways in middle school, and advanced coursework in high school such as Advanced Placement (AP), College in the High School, Running Start, and Career Technical Education (CTE) dual-credit classes. In 2027 we will be launching the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program at Cascade High School.
This fall, universal screening for all first- and fifth-grade students will be completed by October 9, with scores later shared with families and teachers. Parent conferences are November 2-3, and provide a venue to discuss the advanced learning opportunities and the referral deadline for Highly Capable (HC) testing. For kindergarten and grades one through four, referral forms for screening or testing must be turned in by November 9.
Our goal is equitable access, challenging every student academically while nurturing their social and emotional growth.
Learn more about the referral process and program details on the Everett Public Schools website or contact your school counselor.
Transition to Kindergarten (TK) 2026-27
Everett Public Schools (EPS) is offering Transition to Kindergarten for children who are not currently attending/enrolled in an early learning program and are age eligible to enter Kindergarten in the fall of 2027. Students will be screened in November and early December 2026 and may qualify based on academic and social-emotional needs.
To be eligible for screening, children must:
- be 5 years old by August 31, 2027
- live within the boundaries of Everett Public Schools (to check on your EPS neighborhood school, visit www.everettsd.org/transportation - select ‘2026-27 Find My School & Route’ – enter your home address)
- not be currently enrolled in an early learning full or part-time program such as: licensed childcare, preschool, co-op preschool, faith-based preschool, ECEAP, Head Start, etc.
- demonstrate academic and/or social-emotional needs through a screening process
If you are interested in Transition to Kindergarten and believe your child may qualify, please visit https://www.everettsd.org/early-learning/transition-to-kindergarten and submit the Transition to Kindergarten Interest Form. The link to the Interest Form will be open on Monday, October 26,2026. The deadline to submit the Interest Form is Friday, December 11, 2026 at 4 p.m.
Due to a decline in state funding for the TK program, EPS will have fewer classrooms than in previous years. Students who qualify for TK will attend at one of the four schools where the program will be available this year. Locations of the schools will be confirmed in January 2027.
Questions: contact Rola Bachour, Program Coordinator, at 425-385-4290
or email p-5earlylearning@everettsd.org or visit www.everettsd.org/transitiontokindergarten to access the link and submit the Interest Form.
Free Preschool Enrollment for 3- and 4-Year-Olds!
There is still time to enroll your preschooler in Everett Public Schools' Early Childhood Education & Assistance Program (ECEAP)! This incredible, FREE program is designed for three- and four-year-old children from families with limited income. It helps children and families thrive with fun learning activities, family support, and health and nutrition services.
ECEAP programs are offered at Cedar Wood, Hawthorne, Jackson, Lowell, Madison, Silver Firs, and Silver Lake elementary schools. Children from all over the district can apply, but spots are limited, so don’t miss out! For other ECEAP programs in Snohomish County visit www.freepreschool.net.
Learn more and apply today by visiting www.everettsd.org/ECEAP or call us at 425-385-4628. Give your child a great start with ECEAP!
PSAT Testing for All Sophomores, October 21
On October 21, all 10th graders will take the PSAT at their school for no cost. All other high school students will start 3 hours late, with late bus transportation available.
The PSAT opens doors to scholarship opportunities and prepare students for the SAT. These results offer valuable insights on your student's progress.
Check out the Fall 2026 PSAT Student Guide to see what they can expect before, during, and after the test. Contact your school for more information.
Good luck to all our sophomores!
High School & Beyond Events
Don't miss the opportunity to learn more about college, careers, STEM, apprenticeships, trade school, and more!
Save the following dates:
- Cascade High School: Tuesday, October 13 (8:15 - 10:15 a.m.). College & Career Fair held during the school day.
- Jackson High School: Thursday, October 15 (5:30 - 7 p.m.). This is an evening event with multiple breakout sessions.
- Everett High School: Tuesday, October 27 (9 a.m. to noon). College & Career Fair held during the school day.
- Sequoia High School: October 27 (at Everett High School)
Please check your school's website for more information.
Need money for college or future training?
Everett Public Schools high schools will host financial aid events in October to support students and families with the FAFSA and WASFA applications for the 2026-27 school year. These applications are the first step in accessing grants, scholarships, and other aid for education or training after high school.
What to expect:
- Drop-in help session
- Food provided
- Students and families all welcome
- Students bring computers, extra computers will be available
Staff will be available to answer questions and guide families through the process. Nationally, seniors who complete a financial aid application (FAFSA or WASFA) are significantly more likely to continue with post-secondary education or training.
There are three upcoming opportunities for students and families to complete applications on-site and get answers to their questions. Additional opportunities will be available to students and families to help with financial aid completion throughout the school year.
- Cascade High School Library: Oct. 22 from 6–8 p.m.
- Jackson High School Library: Nov. 4 from 6–8 p.m.
- Everett High School Cafeteria: Oct. 21 from 6–8 p.m.
Sequoia will host multiple events during the school day for students to attend during their advisory period. For more information, students and families should contact their teacher.
Congressional App Challenge
Middle and high school students who live in or attend school in Washington’s Second Congressional District are invited to participate in the Congressional App Challenge, hosted by Representative Rick Larsen.
Students can create an app for desktop, web, tablet, mobile or other devices using the programming language of their choice.
Deadline: October 26, 2026, at 9 a.m.
Students can register, review competition rules and submit their app at CongressionalAppChallenge.us. The winning app from the Second Congressional District may be displayed in the U.S. Capitol.
For questions, contact Jessica Zuleta at jessica.zuleta@mail.house.gov.
Remember to register to vote
There are three ways to register to vote:
- Register online at VoteWA.gov. To register online, you must have a Washington State ID or a Driver’s License.
- Mail in a registration form to: Snohomish County Election, 3000 Rockefeller Ave. M/S 505, Everett, WA 98201.
- In-person at Snohomish County Elections on the county courthouse campus in Everett.
The deadline to register to vote online or by mail is 8 days before the election (October 26). The deadline to register in person is on Election Day (November 3) by 8 p.m.
Everett Public Schools Foundation All In for Kids 2026
What does opportunity look like?
It looks like a child receiving the supplies students need to learn. A classroom brought to life through an innovation grant. A student getting support during a difficult time.
Every day, the Everett Public Schools Foundation helps create opportunities for students across Everett Public Schools. This year, they are working to raise nearly $700,000 to ensure students have access to the programs, resources, and support they need to thrive.
Together, we can strengthen learning, support well-being, and invest in brighter futures.
🎥 Watch our video and see the difference your generosity can make.
Every child. Every classroom. Every opportunity. All In for Kids
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Safran Cabin’s Give & Grow volunteers transform Jefferson Elementary playground
More than 66 volunteers, including Safran employees, family members, and friends, gathered at the school on September 11 to complete a one-day campus beautification project designed to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment for students. The effort is part of Give & Grow's mission to support local schools through volunteer-driven improvement projects.
