An academic portfolio is an organized collection of personal information, academic achievements, activities, community involvement, work experience, awards, and references. It introduces students, documents their abilities and development, and provides evidence of their efforts and contributions. The portfolio should include transcripts, testing scores, extracurricular activities, honors, scholarships, and work experience. Its purpose is to showcase students' talents and experiences to support their educational and career goals. Maintaining a portfolio is a lifelong project.