Guyer High School PTSA Presents
Guyer High School PTSA Presents
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The arts—and National PTA® Reflections—support student success and serve as a valuable tool for engaging families and building strong partnerships in the school community. Founded in 1969, Reflections engages nearly 300,000 students and their families in arts education activities each year by encouraging students to explore the arts for fun and recognition.
The National PTA Reflections theme for 2024-2025 is
“Accepting Imperfections”
REFLECT on the theme. CREATE art. BE RECOGNIZED!
REFLECT on the theme. CREATE art. BE RECOGNIZED!
Think about what the theme means to you and let your imagination run wild expressing your interpretation of the them in any or all of the six art categories listed below.
You must fill out the application Form. Entries are due Thursday, October 31th 4pm.
Reflections is an outlet for students to turn their creativity loose! The Reflections Arts Program encourages students to tap their inner creativity and express themselves through their artwork. Students are invited to reflect on a common theme and submit original artwork in one or more of six categories:
Dance Choreography
Film Production
Literature
Music Composition
Photography
Visual Arts
The student, or at least one member of their household, must be a member of the Guyer PTSA.
The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2024. Please turn in submissions in the Guyer Main office. Each entry must be
accompanied by a completed Student Entry form. You may also submit your entry form and artwork virtually.
Contact guyerptsareflections@gmail.com for more information.
Students should download the Program Rules to ensure their art meets the requirements for each art category.
Selection Criteria : Judges will consider the following criteria:
1. Interpretation: How closely the piece relates to the theme, based on the work itself and the artist statement.
2. Creativity: How creative and original the piece is in its conception of the theme and its presentation.
3. Technique: The level of skill demonstrated in the basic principles/techniques of the arts area.
It is suggested that students give their submissions a title that stands out and describes how the piece relates to their personal interpretation of the theme.
Special Artists: Special artists should follow the general rules and guidelines outlined in the arts category and student rules specific to their submissions, modified only by accommodations for individuals with disabilities. The accommodation, in general, should be both specific and limited to the student’s disability.
If you would like to see examples of winners from last year, check out this gallery: https://www.flickr.com/photos/121427226@N06/albums
If you have any questions, please email Kristina Rhoades at guyerptsareflections@gmail.com
Enjoy creating and participating in this wonderful program to win awards at Local, Council, State, and National Level PTA!
Reflections Art Categories & Rules
Reflections Art Categories & Rules
Submitting Artwork
Submitting Artwork
Use the following document as a companion to the Art Category Rules when preparing your artwork for submission.
Key Submission Steps:
Complete application online or Use a pen to fill out entry form.
Put state, arts category, grade division, last & first name on the back of art work or CD/USB drive and put it in the collection box located in the main office.
Take a photo/video of your artwork to upload/email with your application
Turn in your artwork on or before the deadline: Thursday, 10/31/24 by 4:00 PM
Virtual Submissions should be emailed to Kristina Rhoades.
Complete the student entry form at the link above, if you have any questions email GuyerPTSAReflections@gmail.com
Review Criteria
Review Criteria
Entries will be judged primarily on how well you use your artistic vision to portray the theme, originality and creativity. Many times, the artist statement will make a huge difference because this is where you can explain in your own words, your thoughts and feelings for your piece. It is extremely important to explain how your artwork ties into the theme, Accepting Imperfections.
The following is a sample of the guidelines followed when the judges evaluate the artwork. Notice that more than half of the points are awarded based on how well the artist relates the Reflections theme, "Accepting Imperfections" in their artwork and artist statement.
Recognition & Awards
Recognition & Awards
Students are recognized each year at the Local, Council, State and National PTA levels for their artistic ingenuity to bring the theme to life in a way that is personal and meaningful. At each level, all entries are judged on interpretation of the theme, creativity and artistic merit, and mastery of medium. At the National level, students whose entries receive an award are recognized with awards and prizes.
Reflections has been a staple arts program in many schools for over 50 years. Through the efforts of our Local PTAs, millions of students have found a creative outlet in the areas of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts.
With positive recognition as the focus of this program, rather than competition, students of all ages and abilities can experience the benefits of creative expression and help in finding their own voice in telling their unique story.
Started in 1969 by Mary Lou Anderson, then Colorado PTA President, Reflections has grown to be one of the largest nationwide programs of its kind, with more than 200,000 students participating annually.
Express your artistic talent and tell us how you plan to change the world through Reflections!
Artist Statement
Artist Statement
All entries must include a title and artist statement. The artist statement communicates what inspired your artwork, how it relates to the theme, and the content of the work. The statement must include 10 - 100 words explaining your work and what it means to you.
For example:
How does your work relate to the theme?
What is your personal connection to the theme?
What did you use to create your work (e.g. supplies, technology, instrumentation, props, etc.)?
What/Who was your inspiration?
Reflections Theme Search
Reflections Theme Search
The search is on for a future National PTA Reflections program theme!
The search is on for a future National PTA Reflections program theme!
Start dreaming up the 2025-2026 theme!
Start dreaming up the 2025-2026 theme!
When suggesting a theme, judges take into consideration:
When suggesting a theme, judges take into consideration:
- Theme is unique, inspiring and unlike past program themes.
- Theme is focused without being too narrow or too broad.
- Theme is clear, concise and appropriate for all grade levels.
- Theme is applicable to all arts categories.
- Theme promotes PTA values.
- Theme is relevant in 2 years.
- Past themes and duplicate entries are not considered.
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