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ACT Exam Info
ACT Info & Academy
2025-2026 ACT Academy
Kearney High School is proud to offer the ACT Academy to our students. Any student who has already taken the ACT and is signed up for an upcoming ACT test can participate in the ACT Academy.
The ACT Academy meets once a week for three weeks leading up to the respective ACT test. ACT Academy-trained teachers lead these sessions, which focus on tips and strategies for taking the ACT.
Our ACT Academy students have an average ACT composite score increase of two points. Some students who have previously taken the academy have had greater successes with their post-academy scores. This includes students who qualified for Bright Flight scholarships and/or increased their composite score by three or more points.
The cost of the Academy is $40, which covers the cost of books. Students who attend one ACT Academy can attend additional Academies at no cost.
To sign your student up for the next ACT Academy, you can pick up a form in our main office or click the link below to register and pay online.
Details and Expectations
What to bring:
- Pencil
- Calculator
- Paper
- Your homework with any questions that you have from the previous session!
What to expect:
- Each week expands on the prior weeks.
- You will learn tips and tricks as to how to help you if you get into trouble on the test.
- You will learn valuable pacing strategies based on your individualized score from each section of the ACT.
- You will learn how to maximize your score to your highest potential.
- You will have homework from each week.
- This homework is extremely valuable in helping determine your weaknesses, strengths, practice on the tips/tricks/strategies we will discuss, and helps to identify any areas of concern.
Remember: Data has shown that students who attend the ACT Academy raise their ACT Composite score an average of 2 points! The more you put into the ACT Academy the more you will get out of it!
Schedule for each session:
- We will start in the morning at 7:30 a.m. The location varies depending on student enrollment. Be sure to listen to morning announcements and check your email.
- You will be split into groups and we will start our break-out sessions.
- You will go through Math, Science, Reading and English
- A morning snack will be provided
- Lunch will be provided
Lunch will be provided each session for ACT Academy students. Food will be pizza or sub sandwiches along with a snack and water. If there are any allergy concerns that we need to be aware of please let the school nurse and/or Mr. Hart know at the High School.
It is important that any student attending ACT Academy understands the following:
- You will miss 3 days of class time to attend the ACT Academy.
- You will have to make up the work from my regular classes that you miss.
- You will have approximately TWO hours of homework each week in the ACT Academy.
- Any discipline infraction may result in removal from the ACT Academy.
- Lunch will be provided or you can bring your own lunch or get a school lunch.
Please contact KHS Assistant Superintendent Jeremy Hart with any questions about the ACT Academy.
What is the ACT?
The ACT is a national college admissions examination that consists of subject area tests in English, math, reading, science (optional), and writing (optional). While the science and writing portions of the ACT are optional, some colleges or universities may require students to complete these respective tests. Check with the institution you plan on attending to determine if completion of these tests are required.
Please visit the ACT website to register and sign up to take the ACT.
ACT Resources for Students
At Kearney High School, we highly recommend enrolling in the ACT Academy to help boost your ACT score. In addition to the Academy, there are student resources that can supplement your ACT preparation.
Check out ACT Resources for Students and Parents for information on what to bring on test day, practice ACT questions, and information on requesting testing accommodations.