Discover Portfolio Project 2.0, New York State's Premier Art Portfolio Adjudication Experience! Since 1997, the Portfolio Project has inspired young artists across New York State—helping them grow, reflect, and showcase their creative voices. Now reimagined as Portfolio Project 2.0, this statewide initiative continues its mission to celebrate artistic achievement and authentic learning in the visual arts.
Developed by the New York State Art Teachers Association (NYSATA) in partnership with the New York State Education Department, the program has been updated to align with the 2017 New York State Learning Standards for the Visual Arts. Through regional adjudication events, students present their art portfolios in a professional setting—gaining valuable experience, personalized feedback, and recognition for their artistic growth. Portfolios serve as powerful evidence of student understanding, creativity, and achievement, while also providing meaningful insights for families, schools, and communities.
Join a statewide tradition that honors student voice, showcases artistic excellence, and nurtures the next generation of New York artists. Participate in the NYSATA Portfolio Project!
Questions? Contact NYSATA Portfolio Project Co-Chairs at [email protected] for more information.
2026 Portfolio Project 2.0
Here is how it works!
Nominating art educator must be a NYSATA member. CLICK HERE for information on becoming a member or renewing your membership.
Find all materials needed on the NYSATA Portfolio Project Page.
Please check with your region coordinator to find out if there is a maximum number of students per teacher for your region.
Select your students; have students download a copy of the instructions and start to assemble their portfolio.
Register students in your regional registration form.
Once the registration closes, you will recieve additonal instructions for the adjudication from the Portfolio Project Coordinator in your region.
Please direct any questions or requests for accommodations to your regional coordinator.
All materials Copyright NYSATA, all rights reserved. Use as is for intidividual students in your classroom or for preparation for a NYSATA Portfolio Project event.
Get ready to dive into all things NYSATA Portfolio Project with our new Google Classroom training! This interactive resource is designed for art educators who want to learn how to guide students through the Portfolio Project process—from understanding the levels and organizing portfolios to preparing for adjudication. Whether you’re new to the program or looking to deepen your expertise, this training will give you everything you need to confidently bring the Portfolio Project to life in your classroom.
Upon completion members will be eligible for 3.0 hours of CTLE credit CLICK HEREto access the course and begin training or use the google classroom join code mjhcn5au
Questions? Contact the NYSATA Portfolio Project Co-Coordinators at [email protected]
2025 Regional Adjudication Events
To register students, NYSATA member teachers will need student name, email address, phone number, and any preferences for time. Teachers can register one or several students in a single form submission.
Registration fees are per student* $20—Elementary $20—Intermediate (Middle Level) $25—HS1 Level $30—HS2 Level $30—HS3 Level
*To request a state fee waiver based on financial hardship please reach out to your regional Portfolio Project Coordinator
NYSATA members, please register students for an adjudication event in your NYSATA Region. Not sure of your region? CLICK HERE Forgot your password? CLICK HERE
REGION 1
Portfolio Adjudication Thursday, May 22, 4-6 PM Iroquois High School 2111 Girdle Rd, Elma, NY 14059 Contact Nick Napierala
REGISTER STUDENTS Iroquois High School Location Classic Portfolio Project only Register by May 16
REGION 2 Secondary Portfolio Adjudication
April 24, 2025, 4:30-6:30 PM Arcadia Middle School 130 Island Cottage Rd, Rochester, NY Contact Jillian Houck
REGISTER STUDENTS Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 10
Elementary Portfolio Adjudication
May 8, 2025, 4:30-6:30 PM Discovery Charter School 133 Hoover Drive, Rochester NY Contact Jillian Houck
REGISTER STUDENTS Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 28
REGION 3 Portfolio Adjudication Wednesday, April 9, 4-6 PM Edward R Andrews Elementary School 55 Eaton Street, Morrisville, NY ContactKelly Holmes
REGISTER STUDENTS Morrisville Location Classic Portfolio Project only Register by April 1
REGION 4 Portfolio Adjudication Saturday May 10, 10 AM-3 PM Binghamton University 4400 Vestal Pkwy E, Binghamton, NY 13902 ContactEric Adolf
REGISTER STUDENTS Binghamton University Location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 28
REGION 5 No adjudication sites
REGION 6 Portfolio Adjudication Saturday, June 7, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM Russel Sage College 140 New Scotland Ave, Albany Contact Kathleen Bushek
REGISTER STUDENTS Russel Sage Location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by May 16
Portfolio Adjudication Saturday, June 14, 8:30 AM-4:30 PM The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore 815 N Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (parking available—look for signage) Contact Kathleen Bushek
REGISTER STUDENTS Saratoga Springs Location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by May 16
REGION 7 Portfolio Adjudication Saturday, May 10, 9 AM-1 PM Dutchess Community College 53 Pendell Road Poughkeepsie NY Contact Holly McCabe or Sheryl Levine
REGISTER STUDENTS Dutchess Location Classic Portfolio Project only Register by April 26
REGION 8 No adjudication sites
REGION 9 LOCATION A Portfolio Adjudication Saturday April 26, 9 AM-2 PM Mepham High School 2401 Camp Ave, Bellmore, NY Contact Janis Boremski
REGISTER STUDENTS Mepham location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 12
REGION 9 LOCATION B Portfolio Adjudication Saturday May 3, 9 AM-2 PM Hewlett High School 60 Everit Ave, Hewlett, NY Contact Janis Boremski
REGISTER STUDENTS Hewlett Location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 12
REGION 10 LOCATION A Portfolio Adjudication Friday May 9, 4-7 PM Babylon Jr/Sr High School 50 Railroad Avenue, Babylon, NY Contact Cheryl Schweider
REGISTER STUDENTS Babylon Location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 23
REGION 10 LOCATION B Portfolio Adjudication Friday, May 16, 4-7 PM Southampton Arts Center 25 Jobs Lane, Southampton, NY
REGISTER STUDENTS Southampton Location Select Portfolio Project Classic or 2.0 Register by April 30
REGION 10 LOCATION C Portfolio Adjudication Saturday May 31, 9 AM-3 PM William Floyd High School 240 Mastic Beach Rd. Mastic Beach, NY Contact Cheryl Schweider
REGISTER STUDENTS Mastic Beach Location Classic Portfolio Project only Register by May 14
