Because the ACT Writing test is optional, some teachers opt out of preparing students for it. However, many colleges do require the writing test, so you should work it into your curriculum if possible. In addition, teaching the ACT Writing test is a great way to teach essay writing techniques…
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Six Month ACT Study Guide
If you are reading this, it’s likely that you have at least six months to prepare for the ACT, and that is a fantastic news! If you’re taking the ACT in 6 months that means you have plenty of time to get fully prepped without letting your grades suffer or…
Read MoreHow Much Does the ACT Cost (and Does Your School Help Cover It)?
How costly the entire ACT-taking process is for students depends on several factors: how many times they take the test, how many colleges they are applying to, if they qualify for ACT waivers, and so on. But one thing to keep in mind is that regardless of circumstances, all ACT…
Read MoreHow to Support High School Test Prep in Your School’s Curriculum
As busy instructors who must simultaneously juggle our own subject curriculum and adequately prepare our students for the ACT, SAT, and college readiness in general, it can be hard to strike a balance. That’s why we’re here to help!
Read MoreHow School Counselors can Help Prepare Students for the ACT
We tend to think of ACT prep as a teacher’s job, but a school’s college counselor can also be highly beneficial to students in the ACT prep process. So how exactly can you as an ACT counselor take steps to ensuring students’ preparedness and success on the test? Let’s take…
Read MoreThe Teacher’s Guide to Answering Questions about College
If you teach high school, and especially upperclassmen, you’ve probably fielded some questions from students along the lines of “why it is important to go to college?” and “what should I study in college?” These are important questions to be able to answer. After all, college is an expensive investment,…
Read MoreWhat is the National Career Readiness Certificate?
Across high schools, there is plenty of preparation for college, from ACT and SAT practice to college essay tutorials. But what about preparation for the workforce?
Read MoreWhat is the College Board?
As high school teachers, we often reference the College Board as our students prepare for the next stage in their academic careers. But who is this elusive group of people and what exactly do they do?
Read More10 Tips for Acing the ACT Essay
The ACT Writing Test is an optional, 40-minute component of the ACT. This section tests a student’s ability to craft an organized, well-articulated analytical essay on a presented topic. The prompt presents three distinct perspectives on a complex topic or issue, then construct an essay taking their own stance on…
Read MoreThe ACT Fee Waiver: Supporting Low Income Students
It’s no secret that testing can be a costly enterprise for students. Even if a student forgos pricey tutoring, the cost of the test itself can be a burden. In an effort to level the playing field, there is a resource available to students from low income backgrounds – the…
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