Scholastic, Inc. was founded in 1927.  The Central New York Region has sponsored an annual art competition for over 55 years.  Scholastic’s Art Awards Program is the largest annual student art competition in Central New York and nationally. Over 5,000 entries are submitted to the CNY competition each year.  Art awards are given in 19 categories of 2 and 3 dimensional media.  Nationally, over 100 scholarships are offered each year to qualified seniors.  The CNY Region encompasses 13 counties and over 400 eligible schools.  More than 60 professional educators, artists, and photographers select the award winners.  Gold Key, Silver Key and Honorable Mention winners are recognized along with American Vision winners, Best of Show, scholarship winners and other cash award winners.   The entire awards show is broadcast to 19 counties in Central New York region by WCNY-TV.  The exhibit and opening reception are housed at the Whitney Applied Technology Center on the campus of Onondaga Community College, Syracuse, NY.