
We are excited to announce the 2025 NYSATA Conference, Navigating the Waves, where we will explore the transformative potential of art in navigating challenges, celebrating resilience, and finding hope in uncertain times. This year, we will focus on the ways in which art education can foster personal growth, community connection, and innovation—even in the face of adversity. Workshops will address, but are not limited to, the following topics:
- Resilience and Healing through Art
- Creativity in the Face of Adversity
- Innovative Methods
- Art as a Tool for Social Change
- Fostering Inclusivity and Representation
- The Role of Technology in Advancing Art Education
Join us in shaping a conference that celebrates the resilience, creativity, and optimism that art education can foster. We encourage diverse perspectives and inclusive approaches. All levels of experience and backgrounds are welcome—whether you’re a seasoned educator or a newcomer with a fresh perspective. Let’s inspire each other to create, collaborate, and find hope through the transformative power of art.
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2025 REGISTRATION RATES AND DETAILS |
REGISTRATION RATES * NYSATA Member (Includes District Members) Early Bird: $169 After November 1: $199
Full Time Student, Retired, or Unemployed Member Verification may be required. Early Bird: $130 After November 1: $160
Non-Member $255 (no early bird rate)
*Friday and Saturday AM Continental Breakfast Buffet Included with Registration
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MEAL RATES* Full Meal Package: $230 Friday Lunch Buffet: $35 Friday Dinner: $55 Saturday Lunch Buffet: $35 Saturday Plated Dinner: $65 Sunday Brunch: $40
*Meal pricing includes appetizer, entree, dessert, and required 22% service charge.
CLICK HERE for Cancellation and Refund Policy
CLICK HERE for a letter of support to share with administrator
CLICK HERE for 2025 Conference FAQ
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Registration |
Register here for conference workshops, meals, and/or special ticketed events. Please be sure to secure any permissions needed from your school district prior to registering.
- Log in with your member Username and Password for member price. Membership needs to be current at the time of the event to receive the member rate.
- Membership expired or about to expire? Renew and register in one form!
- Pay with a Credit Card, mailed check, or school PO.
CLICK HERE for Cancellation and Refund Policy
Registration or payment questions? [email protected]
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Paying with a school PO?
- Get school district approval FIRST; know what fees the district agrees to cover.
- Log in and register yourself online. Choose registration and any meal options or ticketed events you wish to attend. Choose the PAY LATER option for payment.
- You'll get an email confirmation and invoice with detailed payment instructions and address.
- Attach a printed or digital copy of your registration confirmation or invoice to the PO. PO must be received prior to the start of the event.
- You are responsible to pay any remainder not covered by your school district.
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Hotel Reservations |
Conference Hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 225 South Water Street, Binghamton, NY Booking Link: https://group.doubletree.com/80h16v Room Rate: $134 You can change the arrival and departure date. It is preset for 11/19-23. Please note the reservation cut off date of November 1 or when rooms are sold out, whichever comes first. Book early. Rooms sell out quickly at this hotel.
OVERFLOW HOTEL Holiday Inn Binghamton, 2-8 Hawley Street, Binghamton NY 13901 (within walking distance from the Conference Hotel, or use the DoubleTree Shuttle) Booking Link: Coming soon You can change the arrival and departure date. It is preset for 11/19-23.Then Click on Select Room. Then Click on Select Rate. It will then prompt you to enter guest information. If calling In You will need the Arrival Date and Group Code Room Rate: $134 Phone: 607-722-1212 Fax: 607-722-6063
CLICK HERE for more Binghamton area hotels.
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AT-A-GLANCE SCHEDULE (subject to change) |
Thursday, November 20 9 AM–4 PM Preconference
Friday, November 21 8–10 AM Continental Breakfast (Vendor Area) 8–9 AM Commercial Exhibitors Exclusive 8 AM–1 PM Commercial/College Exhibition 10 AM–1 PM Workshops 11 AM–2 PM Lunch (Timed Tickets) 1–2 PM Super Session I 2–5 PM Workshops 5:30–6:30 PM Regional Hospitality 6:30–8:30 PM Awards Dinner (Special Citation Non-Member, Special Citation Business & Institution, Student Scholarships) 8:30–10 PM Artisan Market 9–11 PM After Dark Event (Ticket Required)
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Saturday, November 22
8–10 AM Continental Breakfast (Vendor Area) 8–9 AM Commercial Exhibitors Exclusive 9–10 AM Super Session II: Chris "Chilly" Rodriguez 9 AM–1 PM Commercial/College Exhibition 9 AM–1 PM Workshops 11 AM–2 PM Lunch (Timed Tickets) 2–5 PM Workshops 1–2 PM Super Session III: Ohan Breiding 5:45 PM Member & Student Art Exhibit Opening 6:30 PM–9:00 PM President’s Reception & Dinner (Outstanding Service, NYS Art Educator of the Year) 9–12 PM Dancing to D.J
Sunday, November 23 9–10 AM Super Session IV: Anna Warfield 10 AM–12 PM Region Awards Brunch (Regional Art Educators of the Year, Vendor Raffle)
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FEATURED EVENTS |
Keynote Speakers |
Information Coming Soon Friday 1 PM Supersession Keynote Speaker
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Information Coming Soon Saturday 1 PM Supersession Keynote Speaker
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Workshops |
Workshop opportunities include hands on, lecture, and round-table discussion format in addition to engaging keynote sessions and time to connect with colleagues. Attendance verification and CTLE credit available for up to 16 CTLE hours.
Approximately 100 workshops are offered with no advance selection necessary, some have a supply fee for full participation (see descriptions); a small selection are ticketed for a fee (extended hands-on). Please read workshop descriptions and materials requirements/recommendations carefully prior to registering for Ticketed Workshops. Preregistered and ticketed events are not refundable.
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Friday After Dark |
Please join us Friday 9-11:00 PM for an evening of fun, artmaking, and connection. |
Members' Exhibit |
Participation is FREE to all NYSATA Members who donate work (you don't need to register for the conference to contribute)! Please consider participating in this Members’ Exhibit opportunity, held both in person AND virtually. Work submitted must be 10”x10” in size and may be designated as “not for sale” or donated for auction to benefit the NYSATA Scholarship Fund. 3-D work is accepted this year!
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Student Exhibit |
Participation in this physical, onsite exhibit is FREE to all NYSATA members who register for the conference!
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Artisans' Market |
Participation is $25 per artisan for NYSATA member conference attendees. Onsite show and sale will take place at the Doubletree Hotel, Binghamton, on Friday 8:30-10:00 PM. Artisans are responsible for their own sales, shipping and any applicable sales tax.
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Commercial and College Exhibits |
Our exhibitors have really stepped up this year with workshop sessions, product demonstrations, conference swag, and door prizes. There will be plenty of time to find out about new ideas, products, and ways of working with your students, both in person and remotely. Please visit our exhibitor’s Virtual Booths and thank them for their generous support.
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ATTENDANCE VERIFICATION & CTLE CREDIT |
NYSATA is an approved CTLE sponsor. Attendees will be provided with a tracking sheet to document their CTLE hours. CTLE certification can be obtained after the conference by inputting the CTLE tracking information in our CTLE Certification Form
USE THE CTLE PROCESS to VERIFY YOUR ATTENDANCE to YOUR SCHOOL DISTRICT even if credit is not needed. Please check with your district for any prior approval necessary.
See the 2024 Conference CTLE Credit page for more information.
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COMMERCIAL & COLLEGE EXHIBITORS SHOWCASE |
We welcome commercial, college, and non-profit exhibitors whose products and services are targeted to art educators. For maximum exposure, be sure to check out our Sponsorship Opportunities. Exhibitors are encouraged to conduct workshops to increase their contact with conference attendees.
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Please contact [email protected] with questions.
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