PreACT 8/9 ​Dates

NORTH CAMPUS -  December 10, 2025
SOUTH CAMPUS -  Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Results will be discussed with parents and students at the PCCR meetings in January-February

What is the ACT?

The ACT is an important assessment that colleges use to help them make admissions and scholarship decisions. 
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Why Take Pre-ACT 8/9?

Taking the PreACT 8/9 is a great way to get a head start on the ACT college readiness assessment and to make sure you are on track for high school. PreACT 8/9 also:
  • helps you choose high school courses that will get you ready for college
  • helps you find careers that match your interests
  • shows you the subjects in which you need to improve
  • helps you see which subjects are most important for certain careers
  • aligns with the ACT College Readiness Benchmarks
  • has the capability for predicting outcomes on the ACT  

Tips for Doing your Best on PreACT 8/9

  • Get plenty of sleep the night before the test.
  • Follow directions exactly, and don't be afraid to ask questions.
  • PreACT 8/9 is a timed test, so pace yourself!
  • Don't spend too much time on any one question.
  • Not sure of the answer? First rule out every wrong answer you can. Then pick the best answer from those that are left.
  • If you finish early, go back and review your work. 

Why is it Important to do your best on the PreACT 8/9?

​Your teachers and counselor will use your PreACT results to help you build plans for the future. They want to see what you know now, so they know what you're ready to learn next. Doing the best you can on PreACT is one of the first steps you can take to get ready for college and the career you want. 
Learn more about this assessment or download a free copy of Why Take the PreACT ?