Benefit
Official Source
Step 1: Sign the District Testing Agreement
Designate an Authorized Signatory and submit the online form before the window’s Agreement & School‑List deadline.(site.act.org)
Step 2: Pick Your Test Window & Mode
Select one of four windows (Fall 25, Initial Spring 26, Early Spring 26, Late Spring 26) and choose online, paper, or blended testing.(ACT)
Step 3: Build Your School & Student Roster
Create Groups in the educator portal and upload students via CSV.(success.act.org)
Step 4: Request Accommodations
Submit requests in TAA (Test Accessibility & Accommodations) at least 5‑10 business days before testing.(success.act.org)
Step 5: Train Staff & Prep Materials
Follow ACT’s User Handbook for Educators for room setup, security, and staff roles.(ACT)
Step 6: Test Day Logistics
Core exam: 215 Qs, 2 h 55 m with a 15‑minute break; Writing adds 40 m + 5‑minute break (total 3 h 35 m).(success.act.org)
Step 7: Receive & Analyse Scores
District dashboards host online score PDFs; paper reports ship later.(ACT)
Get the 2025‑26 ACT District‑Testing Calendar (.ics)
all agreement, roster, and testing dates in one importable file.
Task
Old Way (Manual)
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