Reflections
Reflections Theme for 2010-2011 is - “Together We Can”
The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for students. It provides opportunities for students to express themselves creatively and receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme. It also increases community awareness of the importance the arts play in education.
The Reflections Program's goal is participation in and appreciation for the arts. It is a great way for students to explore and learn about various art forms. Creating art is a valuable learning process that challenges students to use their critical thinking skills as well as their creative talents.
Students may submit an entry in any of the six arts areas listed below. Only original works of art are accepted. National PTA does not limit the number of entries a student may submit. The six arts areas are:
- Literature
- Musical Composition
- Photography
- Visual Arts
- Dance Choreography
- Film/Video Production
Participation in the Reflections Program is organized by school grade. Student works are critiqued against others in the same grade division. This allows recognition and judging of artworks by appropriate developmental age and skill levels. The four grade divisions are:
- Primary Preschool Grade 2 or up to age 7
- Intermediate Grades 3-5 or ages 8-10
- Middle/Junior Grades 6-8 or ages 11-13
- Senior Grades 9-12 or ages 14+
The Reflections Program is structured for PTAs to recognize students at the local unit, council, PTA district, state, and national levels. Entries are first judged at the local unit level where selected works are chosen to represent the PTA at each subsequent level. Once entries reach the level of the Georgia State PTA, entries may be selected for submission to the National PTA. Award of Excellence and Awards of Merit are recognized at the annual National PTA convention and are displayed as part of the program's traveling exhibit.
For more information check out the Documents page on this site. Each item will open a pdf in a separate window.
2009-2010 PTA Reflections Program Participants
The following students submitted entries to the National PTA Reflections program. All will receive a certificate from PTA acknowledging their work. Robby Bryan was the county winner in his grade level for his photography submission and will be honored at a Reflections banquet this Thursday at Etowah High School.
Congratulations to all our Boston Students!
Analise Black
Robert Bryan
Jonathon Colby
Ryan Colby
Katie Pickert
Barbara Thomas
Paul Wineman