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Reflections Program Overview & Background
The Reflections' Program is a National PTA and Washington State PTA cultural arts competition.
The theme for the 2019-20 school year is Look Within.
The purpose of this program is to provide an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through their own original works. A student may submit an entry in any of six arts areas. Only original works of art are accepted. The six art areas are: Visual Arts Photography, Literature, Music Composition, Dance Choreography, and Film Production. Twelve PCMS finalists will be chosen to advance to the Issaquah District level.
PCMS Entry Deadline: Friday, October 25.
Drop off your submission(s) per each category rules, in a Reflections bin at the PCMS office.
PCMS Exhibition date: TBA
Program Details
Young artists get involved in Reflections through their local PTA or PTSA. A student may submit up to two entries in one category and submit entries for all six categories if they are feeling that creative! Only original works of art are accepted. Please follow the specific guidelines for each art area. The six art areas are:
Entries are judged on creative ability and interpretation of the theme. Please submit artwork that adheres to the following rules and guidelines.
2019-20 Dance Choreography Packet
2019-20 Film Production Packet
2019-20 Music Composition Packet
Special Artists
The Special Artist Division is a non-graded division limited to students whose physical, cognitive or mental health challenges meet the guidelines set forth in the American Disabilities Act. Qualifying students entering this 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. Find out more info click here.
For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact PTSA Reflections chair Angela Bizzari.