PTA Reflections...

The theme for the 2011-12 program is "Diversity Means..."
The deadline for entries is Monday, October 24th, and the reception at Lowell will be held November 3rd.

Visual Arts Entries
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... to be posted...

 

Choreography Entry
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The National PTA Reflections Program is an arts recognition and achievement program for students. The Reflections Program provides opportunities for students to express themselves creatively and to receive positive recognition for original works of art inspired by a pre-selected theme, while increasing community awareness on the importance of the arts in education. The Reflections Program was established in 1969 by National PTA board member Mary Lou Anderson. Since that time, more than 10 million students have participated in the program. The program's longevity and participation figures attest to its strength. The excitement and enthusiasm that the program generates for children, parents, schools and communities is unmatched.

Participation and appreciation for the arts is the Reflections Program's goal. Although the Reflections Program follows a "contest" format, winning is not the emphasis.

Participation in the Reflections Program 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 to create art that supports a specific theme.

Students may submit an entry in any of the six arts areas listed below. Only original works of art are accepted. Depending on local PTA guidelines, students may enter more than one work of art. The six arts areas are as follows:

• 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 as follows:

• Primary: Preschool-Grade 2 (up to age 7)
• Intermediate: Grades 3-5 (ages 8-10)
• Middle/Junior Grades: 6-8 (ages 11-13)
• Senior Grades: 9-12 (ages 14+)

 

Questions? Contact Anne Reid and Jo Stephanie Francisco at reflections(at)lowellpta(dot)com.

 

 

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