Portrait of a Graduate
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Learn More about the Portrait of a Graduate framework.
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Learn more about the "Installation" phase of the Portrait of a Graduate.
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Learn more about the "Initial Implementation" phase of the Portrait of a Graduate.
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Learn more about "Full Implementation and Scaling Up" phase of the Portrait of a Graduate.
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Learn more about the diploma requirements for each cohort of the Portrait of a Graduate.
Cohort Details
Cohorts are defined by the year a student enters 9th grade. For example, current 11th graders are considered Cohort 2023, with their freshman year beginning that 2023-2024 academic year. Current 5th graders are considered Cohort 2029, meaning they begin their freshman year during the 2029-2030 academic year.
"A New York State high school graduate who is culturally responsive builds strong, respectful relationships, valuing diverse perspectives as essential to a rigorous, inclusive learning community. New York State students who embody cultural responsiveness and academic readiness—demonstrating creativity, critical thinking, communication, reflection, and global awareness—will be prepared to learn, grow, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to society. These graduates will be equipped with the interpersonal and intellectual
skills needed to thrive in an interconnected, ever-evolving world"
-New York state Education Department
Resources and Information
Memos and Presentations
- January 2026 - New York Inspires (Video)
- November 2025 - Board of Regents Adopts Instructional Requirements for Personal Finance and Climate Education, Marks Shift to Next Phase in Implementing New Graduation Measures
- September 2025 - Board of Regents Presentation on NYS Portrait of a Graduate
- July 2025 - NYSED Memo on Portrait of a Graduate
- June 2025 - Board of Regents Presentation on the NYS Portrait of a Graduate
- January 2025 - New York Inspires - A Plan to Transform Education in New York State
- November 2024 - New York State Inspires - A Plan to Transform Education in New York State