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2025 ACT College and Career Readiness Workshops

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Welcome! 

We’re glad you’re interested in joining us for the 2025 CCRWs — our annual, free professional development series for K-12 educators.


Don’t Miss a Thing!

Register below for in-person workshops AND online webinars.

 IN-PERSON EVENTS
Join us for a hands-on, half-day interactive workshop* where you can connect and network with peers as well as collaborate with your ACT expert. We tailor each agenda to your local education landscape and include discussions and strategies you can implement to improve outcomes.*Some locations may be 90-minute virtual sessions.

 WEBINARS
Invite even more of your team to join us online for one (or all) of our focused, solution-specific webinars. These will feature K-12 educators who are successfully implementing ACT tools and achieving impressive results. Unlike our in-person workshops, these webinars will highlight single solutions and strategies.

Click here to see full dates, times, and descriptions below.

 

10% DISCOUNT

Attend an in-person 2025 workshop and get a 10% discount off select ACT® Instructional Mastery and ACT® Professional Learning courses. Training can be taken anytime during the 2025-26 school year.
 
 
 
EARN A 2025 CREDLY BADGE
 CCRW2024_Badge_FINAL-600x600Attend an in-person or webinar workshop in the 2025 season and you will earn the ACT College and Career Readiness Workshop badge to display on your email and social channels.
 
 
 

IN-PERSON EVENTS
Join us for a hands-on, half-day interactive workshop* where you can connect and network with peers as well as collaborate with your ACT expert. 

We tailor each agenda to your local education landscape and include discussions and strategies you can implement to improve outcomes.

*Some locations may be virtual.

CCRW 2025

WEBINARS
Invite even more of your team to join us online for one (or all) of our focused, solution-specific webinars. These will feature K-12 educators who are successfully implementing ACT tools and achieving impressive results. 

Unlike our in-person workshops, these webinars will highlight single solutions and strategies.

ICON_Online_Learning_REV_TealNational ACT College and Career Readiness Workshop 

Thursday, Oct. 30 | 11 a.m. CT | 1.5 hours 

The national virtual ACT College and Career Readiness Workshop offers a review of the topics and insights we’ve been discussing at more than 100 workshops in 39 states throughout the fall. Learn how to cultivate future-ready students, understand ACT test enhancements, align to the ACT College and Career Readiness Standards, gather insights for curriculum and instruction, and equip learners with practice resources.   

Presenters: 

  • Linda Guidry, Strategic Senior Account Executive, Client Relations – Eastern Region, ACT
  • Dean Simon, Account Executive, Client Relations – Eastern Region, ACT
  • Jennifer Pitts, Account Executive, Client Relations – Western Region, ACT
  • Mia Edwards, Account Executive, Client Relations – Western Region, ACT
  • Anthony Giudice, Senior Partnership Manager, Client Relations – Eastern Region, ACT  
  • Reenie Laginess, Account Executive, Client Relations – Western Region, ACT 

looking-at-curriculum-iconGetting Ready: Launching ACT’s Annual College and Career Readiness Series

Wednesday, Aug. 6 | 11:00 a.m. CT | 30 minutes 

What does it really mean to get students ready? Join ACT for a fast-paced, purpose-driven kickoff to our Annual College and Career Readiness Series — 90 days of free, onsite workshops and webinars designed to support educators, counselors, district leaders, community-based organizations, and university partners in helping students prepare for college, careers, military pathways, and life after high school.
Whether you're supporting first-generation college students, building career pathways, guiding students toward military service, or preparing them for lifelong success — this series is designed for you.
Let’s reimagine what readiness looks like — and take the first step, together.
 
Attendees will: 

  • Preview the 2025 readiness topics and featured sessions.
  • Get insights into new ACT test enhancements, PreACT offerings, and ACT-backed prep resources.
  • Learn practical ways to engage your team and support every student’s next step.
Presenters: 
  • Ashley Buchman, Senior Director, Client Relations – Eastern Region, ACT
  • Sauda Callahan, Senior Director, Client Relations – West Region, ACT 

practical-application-icnEnhancing Student Opportunities: An Overview of ACT District Testing

Tuesday, Aug. 19 | 11:00 a.m. CT | 1 hour 

 

Discover how ACT District Testing can transform your district's approach to standardized testing and promoting college readiness. We’ll provide a comprehensive overview of ACT District Testing that highlights its benefits, implementation process, and the positive impact it can have on students' academic and future success while taking the test in their own classrooms, providing a familiar and supportive environment. Empower your students with the opportunity to excel on the ACT test and enhance their college readiness. Join us to explore how ACT District Testing can make a significant difference in your district's academic achievements.

Attendees will:

  • Learn how to navigate resources on the ACT District Testing website.
  • Understand the required tasks and deadlines.
  • Get resources available for students, parents, and school personnel that can be used to create a successful communication plan.

 Presenters: 

  • Jessica Eilertson, Lead Account Executive, Client Relations – Western Region, ACT 

best-practices-iconHow PreACT Prepares Students for Success

Thursday, Aug. 28 | 11:00 a.m. CT | 1 hour 

 

PreACT Assessments provide 8th-, 9th-, and 10th-grade students with an early measure of college and career readiness while serving as a practice opportunity for the ACT® test. Learn how implementing this test earlier in their educational journeys can help with students’ college planning, career alignment, and intervention plans. Educators will see how PreACT data can inform instructional planning and college and career planning measurements.

Attendees will:

  • See how PreACT alignment with the ACT College and Career Readiness Standards allows students and leaders to better assess areas of strengths and weaknesses for intervention and college and career readiness planning conversations.
  • Explore PreACT Assessment reports and how to best use this information to inform scheduling, curriculum planning, career aspirations, student college and career planning, and for planning of college and career school events.
  • Determine how ACT College and Career Readiness Standards are being measured.

 Presenters: 

  • Gina Saenz, Director of Counseling and Guidance, Pharr-San Juan-Alamo ISD
  • Chris Lefevre, Senior Account Executive, Client Relations – Eastern Region
  • Schwann Logan, Account Executive, Client Relations – Eastern Region

ICON_Online_Learning_REV_TealA New Look for ACT Test Prep

Tuesday, Oct. 7 | 1:00 p.m. CT | 1 hour 

 

ACT Online Prep (AOP) has a new look and enhanced capabilities. Let’s explore this dynamic and valuable practice tool. If you are seeking a practice assessment tool that contains full-length practice tests, instant item analysis, the ability for instructors to not only monitor progress but to assign practice to students in areas that they are challenged, then AOP is the tool for you.

Attendees will:

  • Explore the innovative design and new features of AOP.
  • Discover how classroom teachers can utilize AOP to support student learning.
  • Learn creative and exciting ways schools across the country are implementing AOP.

 Presenters: 

  • Oliver Pope, Chief Product Officer, MasteryPrep
  • Dean Simon, Account Executive, Client Relations – Eastern Region, ACT 
  • George Schlott, Senior Account Executive, Client Relations – Eastern Region, ACT

ICON_Ribbon_REV_TealBuilding Teacher and Student Confidence with ACT Instructional Mastery Courses (AIM)

Thursday, Oct. 9 | 11:00 a.m. CT | 1 hour 

 

Do you ever wonder how to use ACT test scores to enhance instruction to improve academic performance? How thoroughly do your educators understand the skills expected of your students when they take the ACT? How equipped are your educators with the subject-specific test-taking strategies students can employ to better demonstrate college readiness and achieve ACT benchmarks? Wouldn’t it be great to get this guidance from ACT itself? Join us for an insightful webinar on ACT Instructional Mastery (AIM) courses, designed to equip educators with the tools and strategies necessary to enhance student performance on the ACT test.  

Attendees will:

  • Gain a thorough understanding of the detailed structure and content of the AIM courses.
  • Discover how experiential, hands-on tasks in AIM courses foster deep, lasting comprehension of test-taking strategies and content areas, moving beyond traditional methods to build enduring skills.
  • Learn how the AIM courses guide instructional strategies and classroom practices to enhance student learning and ACT performance.

 Presenters: 

  • Kerri Wise, Manager of Secondary Data-Driven Instruction, Tulsa Public Schools
  • Rachel McAnany, Assistant Principal, Edison Preparatory School
  • Tabitha Zurovetz, Account Executive, Client Relations – Western Region, ACT
  • Jonathan Martin, Senior Program Director – ACT Professional Services

support-all-students-iconNavigating Free ACT Tools: Essential Resources for K-12 Counselors and Educators

Wednesday, Oct. 15 | 1:00 p.m. CT | 1 hour 

 

This workshop will showcase how access to several free ACT solutions and actionable ideas can support student achievement. The goal of the ACT Direct-to-Learner Counselor Outreach Team is to create dynamic resources for engagement where they can share valuable opportunities, fresh ideas, and practical tools to support counselors and educators in their work with students, families, and communities. Join us on this journey of empowerment, innovation, and collaboration.

Attendees will:

  • Discover new and FREE ACT practice materials for counselors.
  • Use resources to build strong school-community partnerships.
  • Drive successful college and career conversations.

 Presenters: 

  • Samantha Southall, Regional Program Manager II, ACT
  • Jasmine Hollis, Senior Program Manager, ACT

planning-for-future-iconACT WorkKeys: Turning Skills into Credentials

Thursday, Oct. 16 | 1:00 p.m. CT | 1 hour 

 

Unlock Your Students' Potential with ACT WorkKeys! In today’s competitive job market, a high school diploma alone doesn't cut it. Employers are seeking proof of real-world skills, and students need more than just academic grades to shine. ACT WorkKeys bridges this gap by measuring essential career skills and awarding the ACT WorkKeys National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) — a portable, employer-recognized credential that validates workplace readiness.

This session is designed for school counselors, career and technical education leaders, and educators who are eager to:

  • Empower students with credentials that truly matter.
  • Align career readiness strategies with current workforce demands.
  • Forge partnerships that unlock postsecondary opportunities.

 Ready to equip your students with skills that speak louder than test scores? Join us to discover how WorkKeys can help your students stand out and step confidently into their future.

 Presenters: 

  • Kathy Boyd, Executive Director-Career Education & Postsecondary Advancement, Orange County Department of Education
  • Gladys Recinos, Director, Client Relations – Western Region, ACT

icon_data_rev_orangeBridging the Gap: Leveraging Essential Skills to Close Achievement Gaps  

Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 1:00 p.m. CT | 1 hour 


Achievement gaps in academics have long been a concern, but the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly intensified these academic disparities. Recent studies indicate that the gaps in core subjects, including math and language arts, have widened, while the pace of recovery has slowed, further exacerbating the issue. How can educators support students in bridging these gaps? Join us as we examine the data and explore effective strategies for closing achievement gaps by leveraging essential non-academic skills in the classroom to strengthen academic growth.

Attendees will: 

  • Identify the primary causes of learning loss.
  • Understand the data surrounding the impact of essential skills.
  • Find practical ways to implement essential skills into their classrooms/schools/districts for students and adults.

 Presenters: 

  • Anthony Giudice, Senior Partnership Manager – Eastern Region, ACT
  • Doug Powers, Partnership Manager – Western Region, ACT
If you need assistance participating in a workshop due to a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please email amy.putty@act.org at least 10 business days prior to the scheduled workshop to request an accommodation. 
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