Educators and workforce leaders across the country turned out in force for ACT’s FY2025 Regional Summits, and they made one thing clear: professional development is at the top of their list.That’s why ACT is evolving; in the coming weeks, the State Organizations network will become the ACT Professional Learning Community. The PLC is a free, membership-based network crafted to bring together K-12, higher education, and workforce leaders who are passionate about student success in college and career.
Your free membership gives you access to upcoming FY26 regional conferences as well as discounts, resources and professional development opportunities.
Why attendees loved these events, why they will come back, and why you don’t want to miss upcoming regional events
ACT hosted six well-attended ACT FY25 regional conferences throughout the country, and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive.
“After I attend each ACT state organization event, I walk
away both enlightened and energized from learning from the presenters and the
other people attending the conference. I am thankful for the ability to learn
new ideas from both the presenters and attendees who are working to improve
outcomes and opportunities for students by increasing ACT scores.”
-Allison Castle | Director
of Counseling Services, Harnett County Schools | North Carolina
Overall, 86% felt the event was valuable as a professional
experience, and 90% were satisfied with the entire event. “My favorite part
about my work at ACT is the time I spend engaging with educators at our
regional events. Working closely with our partners who impact the lives of
learners is always inspiring, I love to hear from presenters who have built
their own professional learning communities, all with the mission of helping
individuals reach their goals, whether that is attending college or moving
directly to the workforce.” says Bobby Rush, director of customer experience.
You won’t want to miss out on engaging in the innovative discussions covering a plethora of timely topics across interconnected fields as you network with K-12, Higher Ed, and Workforce experts from around the country at the ACT Summit 2025: Connecting K-12, Higher Ed, and Workforce - July 15-17, 2025, Nashville, Tennessee. Find out more information and register here.
Other FY26 ACT regional events to watch for include:
- December 9, 2025 - Arizona ACT Conference, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona
- January 13, 2026 – Smoky Mountains ACT Summit, University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee
- January 22-23, 2026 – Southeast ACT Summit, Bryant Conference Center, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- February 11, 2026 – Midwest ACT summit, Tulsa Tech Conference Center, Owasso, Oklahoma