WIN Work Ready Assessment-Spring 2026 (3rd and 4th year students)
The WIN Work Ready assessment consists of four multiple-choice timed tests – Math, Reading, Data, and Soft Skills. These tests measure real world skills that employers believe are critical to job success. Students may earn WIN’s Work Ready credential and a Soft Skills credential which are recognized by businesses and industries nationwide. Students at Southside High School will complete the test on Tuesday, March 24th and Thursday, March 26th. Students must report to their testing locations by 8:45am. Testing locations will close at 9:00am.
Please check the hallways for posters with testing information and locations.
Taking the ACT and SAT is important for high school students because these standardized tests provide colleges and universities with a common measure to evaluate applicants from different schools and backgrounds. Strong scores can strengthen a student’s college application, open doors to more competitive schools, and increase opportunities for scholarships and financial aid. In addition, preparing for these exams helps students practice important academic skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and time management, which are valuable for success in higher education. Even as more schools adopt test-optional policies, having ACT or SAT scores can still give students an advantage in the admissions process and provide them with more choices for their future.
School day SAT-Spring 2026
Southside students who opted to take the school-day SAT will complete the examination on Tuesday, March 10th. Students must report to their testing locations at 8:45am. Testing rooms will close at 9:00am. We will hold a pre-coding session on Wednesday, February 25th at 9:00am in the cafeteria.
School day ACT-Spring 2026
Southside students who opted to take the school-day ACT will complete the examination on Tuesday, February 24th. Students must report to their testing locations at 8:45am. Testing rooms will close at 9:00am. We will hold a pre-coding session on Tuesday, February 10th at 9:00am in the cafeteria.
ACT resources for students and parents
ACT and SAT Testing (off-campus)
Students will need to register for the ACT or SAT by creating an account and registering online at the appropriate website:
ACT - https://www.act.org/
SAT - https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/
ACT and SAT Testing (on-campus)
Southside High School will offer the ACT and SAT in the Spring of 2026 for eligible students. Please visit Mr. Means' testing website for more information!