ACT-for-All Information
WHS ACT-FOR-ALL
All students in the Class of 2025 (current 11th graders) are invited to take the ACT-for-All at Washburn. This test is free to all 11th graders and they are automatically registered by Washburn staff.
This ACT will include all four subsections (English, Math, Reading & Science) and the Writing test. The Writing test is not optional. All students are expected to take the writing portion of the exam.
WHEN: THURSDAY - APRIL 18, 2024
ARRIVAL TIME: Testing rooms will open at 8:15 to ensure testing can begin at 8:30 AM. Please arrive at 8am.
WHERE: WASHBURN HIGH SCHOOL, there will be multiple testing rooms. Click this link to find your room assignment for Thursday.
Students will take the April 18 test on their school-issued Chromebooks. It is important that all testers bring fully-charged school-issued Chromebooks to the test.
Important Information to Know:
In early April, all 11th graders will be invited to the Media Center during the school day to:
Set up or merge their MyACT account (this includes picking schools to send their score report to),
Confirm their school-issued Chromebook will work for testing, and
Learn more about testing logistics and location.
What Can Students Bring on Testing Day?
School issued Chromebook (students can bring an external mouse).
Make sure your Chromebook works by following these directions.
Learn more about how to use TestNav by clicking on the video.
Chromebook Charger (optional, but recommended)
Wooden #2 Pencil(s)
Eraser(s)
Water Bottle & Light Snack
Photo ID
ACT Chromebook Practice.MOVTiming Information
Standard Time Testing Information
Most students will test using "standard-time." Look at the document above for information regarding timing, number of questions, and what the test assesses.
Expect testing to run from 8:30 through 12:30/1:00.
Students will not have a lunch break, so they are encouraged to bring a light snack to consume during the break between the math and reading tests.
Extended Time Testing Information
Students with approved accommodations or supports (those with IEPs, 504s, or EL services) may be approved by ACT to have time-and-half.
Check the document above for information regarding timing and what it might look like on test day.
Expect testing to run from 8:30 through 3:00.
Students will not have a lunch break, so they are encouraged to bring a hefty snack to consume during the break between the math and reading tests and abother to consume between the science and writing tests.
Electronics Policy
Washburn cannot stress strongly enough how important it is that phones, tablets, and smartwatches are powered off and put away during testing.
Students will be dismissed if a phone makes noise or vibrates or if there is suspicion of phone use during the test. Students are unable to use their phone at all during testing; this includes the breaks.
Don't bring your phone, tablet, or smartwatch into the testing room.
Act National Test Dates
ACT National Test Dates (held on Saturdays) are an independent entity from Washburn.
Upcoming National Test Dates are:
April 13
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June 8
July 13
Students must register for the national Saturday ACTs independently and if there are questions about its administration or registration must contact ACT directly.
Registering with accommodations? Click here.
Preparing-for-Online.pdfPreparing for ACT Online
This 17-page document will give students a preview of the ACT online.
MyACT-Quick-Start-Guide.pdfMyACT Quick Start Guide
ACTScoreReport.pdfACT Score Report Information
Click through the presentation on the left to review ACT score reporting information.