With National ACT test dates and school day ACT administrations quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to bookmark one resource that can save you time while helping students and families stay informed throughout the testing season: the ACT District Testing Communication Toolkit. The toolkit provides ready-to-use communication materials, student preparation resources, and a suggested outreach timeline designed specifically for schools offering the ACT.
As counselors know, communicating important testing information is often just as important as the testing itself. Students need reminders about upcoming test dates, registration deadlines, preparation opportunities, and why an ACT score can be valuable for college admissions, scholarships, and career planning. Families need clear, consistent information they can trust. The Communication Toolkit helps schools deliver those messages without requiring counselors to create everything from scratch.
The toolkit includes:
Beyond helping schools promote testing opportunities, the toolkit connects students to several free ACT preparation and planning resources. Counselors can direct students and families to ACT Navigator, practice resources, student-focused content, and webinar opportunities that support students before test day.
One of the most valuable features is the included campaign checklist and recommended communication timeline. The suggested plan outlines ways schools can engage students and families months before testing, helping ensure that important information is shared consistently and at the right time.
As you prepare for this fall's testing season, consider adding the ACT District Testing Communication Toolkit to your counselor resource list. Whether you're supporting students registered for a National ACT administration or preparing for an in-school testing day, these ready-made resources can help streamline communications so you can spend more time focused on student success.