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District to adopt ACT TestNav for practice and administration; staff cites smoother rostering
Summary
Staff recommended transitioning district ACT practice and administration to ACT TestNav for 2026–27 at an estimated annual cost of $67,140 (~$19 per student). The move aims to mirror the state testing environment and reduce technical problems experienced with prior vendors.
District staff recommended adopting ACT TestNav for practice and test administration for the 2026–27 school year, saying the switch will give students an authentic experience with the state testing platform and simplify rostering and troubleshooting.
Staff told the board the new contract would cover freshmen through juniors and any seniors rostered for testing, and estimated an annual cost of $67,140 (approximately $19 per student). The presenter said the district experienced technical issues with a previous vendor and expects this change to reduce platform-related disruptions.
Board members asked whether the shift would resolve earlier technical problems; staff said because TestNav mirrors the state platform, it should reduce inconsistencies in navigation and accommodations and streamline staff training and troubleshooting.
Next steps: staff presented the recommendation for board consideration; the board did not take a final vote during the committee meeting and was scheduled to consider the item at the June 9 board meeting.
