"Believe, Dream, Inspire"
Reflections Theme
2013-2014
Entries are due November 6th!
Reflections Assembly is November 22nd!
Reflections Assembly is November 22nd!
Reflections is an annual program that encourages students to explore their artistic talents. Students can create art in the following categories:
Music - Photography - Visual Arts
Literature - Dance - 3D - Film/Video
Literature - Dance - 3D - Film/Video
The Reflections program offers an opportunity to showcase our school and students and demonstrates the importance of a quality arts education. In addition, the Reflections program offers students the opportunity to express themselves and receive positive recognition for their artistic efforts.
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Entry Forms:
Student Entry Forms (All four sheets must be turned in with your entry)
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Utah PTA Reflections
Reflections Program – Introduction
The Reflections Arts Recognition Program is a national arts recognition and achievement program for students. Since 1969, over 10 million students across the nation have taken part in this popular PTA program. The excitement and enthusiasm that the program generates for students, parents, schools and communities is unmatched with the majority of Utah PTAs participating in the program at all PTA levels. That's why the Reflections Program provides an excellent opportunity for students of all ages to:
- Unleash their creative talents and be inspired
- Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
Experience the joy and fun of making art- Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
- Receive positive recognition for their original works of art
As an added bonus, in showcasing and celebrating student talent, the Reflections Program increases community awareness of the importance of the arts in education.
How To Get Involved
Student Eligibility
Participation in the Utah Reflections Program is open to all students attending PTA schools that sponsor the program.
Art Areas (7)
To get involved, students submit an original piece, inspired by the annual theme, for their school's Reflections Program in any of following arts areas:
- Dance Choreography
- Film Production
- Literature
- Three Dimensional
- Music Composition
- Photography
- Visual Arts
Divisions (5)
To allow student artworks to be recognized and judged with the appropriate developmental age and skill levels in mind, the Reflections Program is organized by school grade, offering 5 divisions:Primary – Preschool-Grade 2
- Intermediate – Grades 3-5
- Middle/Junior – Grades 6-8
- Senior – Grades 9-12
- Special Artist – Non-Graded
Special Artist Division
This year a new division of the Reflections program was introduced – the Special Artist Division. This is a non-graded division limited to students whose physical, cognitive or mental health challenges meet the guidelines in the American Disabilities Act.
Qualifying students create their own artwork. But, they may receive non-artistic accommodation and assistance from an adult.
Students who qualify for the Special Artist Division may choose to enter in the traditional four grade divisions. If this is the case, students will follow all general and arts category rules, but may submit an entry in the grade division most closely aligned to their cognitive or functional abilities. The student is then recognized and awarded as part of the general student population without regard to special needs or challenges.
Reflections Program Levels
Reflections is a nation-wide arts appreciation and recognition program for students sponsored by National PTA. To take part, student Reflections' entries at a school are first recognized, judged and celebrated by the local PTA unit. Some selected unit entries are then chosen to represent the PTA at the council and district PTA levels. Student artwork submitted to Utah State PTA by a district PTA will be considered for an Award of Excellence and an Award of Merit.
More Ways To Get Involved
Students' Reflections Theme Search
Do you have a great idea for the PTA Reflections Theme? The National PTA is looking for a theme for next year's Reflections Program. The student who submits the winning entry will receive $100, and his or her theme will be presented at the PTA National Convention.
If you have a great idea for the next Reflections Theme, submit it using the form below.
IMPORTANT: The deadline for submitting a theme is November 1, 2013.
If you have a great idea for the next Reflections Theme, submit it using the form below.
IMPORTANT: The deadline for submitting a theme is November 1, 2013.
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