SMCAA is excited to partner with ACT to offer ACT Instructional Mastery (AIM) Training.  Each course is a 2-day training in “bootcamp” format, and focuses on a specific subtest of the ACT. The cost of registration set by ACT is $628 and includes training, materials, and lunch. 

What is AIM?  ACT Instruction Mastery (AIM) Training At-A-Glance

The content of the ACT Instructional Mastery courses provides candidates with the information necessary to provide effective ACT test preparation, identify and recommend test-taking strategies, and understand test structure and content. This course is focused on using a variety of techniques—applicable to different types and levels of student.

    In addition to a certificate of attendance, participants can earn a certificate of course content mastery by passing the course-specific Knowledge Check assessments provided by ACT. Each workshop is limited to 30 registrants, so don’t delay!

    Sample Agenda and Topics Covered

    Target Audience:  Curriculum Directors, content area teachers desiring more information on preparing students for the ACT, Special Education teachers, guidance counselors

    Dates: See registration links below

    Time: 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM both days (lunch provided)

    Registration Fee: $628

    Training dates, location, and content areas can be found below.


    AIM Training: Science Focus @ Branson, MO


    Dates: October 31, 2023 - November 1, 2023
    Registration Deadline: October 17, 2023
    Location: Branson District Office | 1756 Bee Creek Road | Branson, MO 65616

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SCIENCE AIM TRAINING IN BRANSON

    AIM Training: ENGLISH FOCUS @ Branson, MO


    Dates: January 24-25, 2024
    Registration Deadline: January 10, 2024
    Location: Branson District Office | 1756 Bee Creek Road | Branson, MO 65616

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ENGLISH AIM TRAINING IN BRANSON

    AIM Training: MATH FOCUS @ Oak Grove, MO


    Dates: January 30-31, 2024
    Registration Deadline: January 16, 2024
    Location: Oak Grove Elementary (Board Room) | 1205 South Salem Street | Oak Grove, MO 64075

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE MATH AIM TRAINING IN OAK GROVE

    AIM Training: MATH FOCUS @ Macon, MO


    Dates: February 1 - 2, 2024
    Registration Deadline: January 24, 2024
    Location: Macon R-I District Office | 902 N. Missouri St. | Macon, MO 63552
    NOTE: Participants will enter through the basement door on the back side of the building. You are encouraged to park in the back lot close to Burger King.

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR MATH AIM TRAINING IN MACON

    AIM Training: SCIENCE FOCUS @ Rolla, MO


    Dates: February 7 - 8, 2024
    Registration Deadline: January 24, 2024
    Location: Rolla School District Central Office | 500 Forum Blvd | Rolla, MO 65401

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR SCIENCE AIM TRAINING IN ROLLA

    AIM Training: READING FOCUS @ Branson, MO


    Dates: February 21-22, 2024
    Registration Deadline: February 7, 2024
    Location: Branson District Office | 1756 Bee Creek Road | Branson, MO 65616

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR READING AIM TRAINING IN BRANSON