PTSA REFLECTIONS 2023-2024
"I Am Hopeful Because..."
Time to get out your art supplies! The Reflections theme this year is "I Am Hopeful Because...".
Students may submit their completed works of art in one, or all, of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Submit an image or digital file of your piece along with your entry form via email to EinsteinReflectionsPTSA@gmail.com
The deadline for submissions is November 17, 2023.
Find more information about the program here: https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/reflections/
Download the entry form using this link.
Please read the rules carefully. There are restrictions on size, width, mounting, etc. If you have questions, contact EinsteinReflectionsPTSA@gmail.com
Program Details
Young artists get involved in Reflections through their local PTA or PTSA. A student may submit an entry in any of six arts areas. Only original works of art are accepted. The six art areas are:
Participation in Reflections is easy! Students should follow these steps for entry.
Step 1 – Reflect on the theme “I am Hopeful Because…”
Thoughtfully responding, or “reflecting” to the theme is important. Judges will strongly consider the interpretation of the Reflections theme during the evaluation process. Take this step seriously.
Step 2 -Select an art category in which to creatively express your reflection on the theme. There are 6 categories>> Dance choreography, Music composition, Literature/writing, Film/video production. Visual art 2D or 3D and Photography. For detailed descriptions/rules for each category, see the Reflections Entry Form. (link to entry form)
Step 3 – Create a piece of art.
Like the statement says “Go to your room and make stuff!” Use your free time and your innate creative talents to make an original and inspired art project for Reflections. As you create, be mindful of your technique and remember to consider presentation. Judges will consider these elements as well
Step 4 – Complete the online Reflections Entry Form. (link to entry form)
Download and save the entry form to your own computer before completing and then saving the changes. It is only necessary to complete page 3.
Step 5 – Submit art and entry form
Deadline for submission is Wednesday, November 17. Submissions before this date are welcome and appreciated! Submit an image or digital file of your piece along with your entry form via email to EinsteinReflectionsPTSA@gmail.com
Participation in Reflections is organized by student age and grade levels. 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 grade divisions are:
Once entries reach the state level, the state PTA may select up to four entries in each of the six arts areas (a total of 24) to submit to the National PTA. National first, second, and third place, and honorable mention entries are recognized at the National PTA Annual Convention.
All PTAs/PTSAs in good standing may sponsor the Reflections Program. Students may only submit entries through a PTA/PTSA. Parent groups not affiliated with the National PTA are not eligible to sponsor this program.
Special Artist Division
The National PTA special artist division is an option for students with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Generally, rules and guidelines within the special artists division are intended to ensure accessibility to the National PTA Reflections® program and are modeled after the guidelines outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Who qualifies as a disabled individual under the law?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines an individual with a disability as a person who:
(1) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of that person;
(2) Has a record of such an impairment; or
(3) Is regarded as having such impairment.
Students who identify as having a disability have two ways to enter the National PTA Reflections® program.
Option 1. Enter in special artist division: Qualifying students entering this non-graded division create their own artwork, but may receive non-artistic accommodation and assistance from an adult. At the national level, one special artist from across all arts categories will be selected to receive an Outstanding Interpretation award. Up to five additional special artists may be selected to receive national Awards of Excellence.
Option 2. Enter in traditional grade divisions: Qualifying students follow all arts category rules, and may not receive assistance other than that which is allowed for all children, but do receive accommodation to submit Reflections entries in the grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities. They are recognized and awarded prizes as part of the general student population without regard to special needs or challenges.
Students may submit their completed works of art in one, or all, of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts. Submit an image or digital file of your piece along with your entry form via email to EinsteinReflectionsPTSA@gmail.com
The deadline for submissions is November 17, 2023.
Find more information about the program here: https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/reflections/
Download the entry form using this link.
Please read the rules carefully. There are restrictions on size, width, mounting, etc. If you have questions, contact EinsteinReflectionsPTSA@gmail.com
Program Details
Young artists get involved in Reflections through their local PTA or PTSA. A student may submit an entry in any of six arts areas. Only original works of art are accepted. The six art areas are:
- Literature -- works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, prose, drama, short stories and lyrics.
- Music Composition -- original musical composition, with or without words.
- Photography -- color or black and white, including techniques: photogram, retouched, montage, sandwich and multiple exposure.
- Visual Arts -- drawing, painting in tempera, oil, acrylic, watercolor & t-shirt paints, computer generated art, two-dimensional collage, printmaking, needlework & leather tooling.
- Film/Video -- original works, with or without sound, of animation, narrative, documentary, experimental or music video/film.
- Choreography/Dance -- originally choreographed dance composition.
Participation in Reflections is easy! Students should follow these steps for entry.
Step 1 – Reflect on the theme “I am Hopeful Because…”
Thoughtfully responding, or “reflecting” to the theme is important. Judges will strongly consider the interpretation of the Reflections theme during the evaluation process. Take this step seriously.
Step 2 -Select an art category in which to creatively express your reflection on the theme. There are 6 categories>> Dance choreography, Music composition, Literature/writing, Film/video production. Visual art 2D or 3D and Photography. For detailed descriptions/rules for each category, see the Reflections Entry Form. (link to entry form)
Step 3 – Create a piece of art.
Like the statement says “Go to your room and make stuff!” Use your free time and your innate creative talents to make an original and inspired art project for Reflections. As you create, be mindful of your technique and remember to consider presentation. Judges will consider these elements as well
Step 4 – Complete the online Reflections Entry Form. (link to entry form)
Download and save the entry form to your own computer before completing and then saving the changes. It is only necessary to complete page 3.
Step 5 – Submit art and entry form
Deadline for submission is Wednesday, November 17. Submissions before this date are welcome and appreciated! Submit an image or digital file of your piece along with your entry form via email to EinsteinReflectionsPTSA@gmail.com
Participation in Reflections is organized by student age and grade levels. 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 grade divisions are:
- Primary -- Preschool - Grade 2
- Intermediate -- Grades 3 - 5
- Middle/Junior -- Grades 6 - 8
- Senior -- Grades 9 - 12
Once entries reach the state level, the state PTA may select up to four entries in each of the six arts areas (a total of 24) to submit to the National PTA. National first, second, and third place, and honorable mention entries are recognized at the National PTA Annual Convention.
All PTAs/PTSAs in good standing may sponsor the Reflections Program. Students may only submit entries through a PTA/PTSA. Parent groups not affiliated with the National PTA are not eligible to sponsor this program.
Special Artist Division
The National PTA special artist division is an option for students with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Generally, rules and guidelines within the special artists division are intended to ensure accessibility to the National PTA Reflections® program and are modeled after the guidelines outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Who qualifies as a disabled individual under the law?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines an individual with a disability as a person who:
(1) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of that person;
(2) Has a record of such an impairment; or
(3) Is regarded as having such impairment.
Students who identify as having a disability have two ways to enter the National PTA Reflections® program.
Option 1. Enter in special artist division: Qualifying students entering this non-graded division create their own artwork, but may receive non-artistic accommodation and assistance from an adult. At the national level, one special artist from across all arts categories will be selected to receive an Outstanding Interpretation award. Up to five additional special artists may be selected to receive national Awards of Excellence.
Option 2. Enter in traditional grade divisions: Qualifying students follow all arts category rules, and may not receive assistance other than that which is allowed for all children, but do receive accommodation to submit Reflections entries in the grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities. They are recognized and awarded prizes as part of the general student population without regard to special needs or challenges.
Some previous Einstein finalists
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