WORKSHOP #405 –REFLECTIONS FUNDAMENTALS

2012 – 2013 “The Magic of a Moment…”

Workshop Overview

What is Reflections?Reflections is a cultural artsprogram of the National PTA thatencourages students in Virginia PTA

Preschool-Grade 12 to express their thoughts, feelings and creativity through the arts.

Reflections Program

Why the Arts and Reflections ?�Developed to interest children, parents, teachers,

and communities in the arts�An important part of every child’s education�Allows children to express

their feelings and ideas�An important creative release�Helps students develop

critical thinking skills, problem-solving techniques, and a drive for excellence.

DEADLINES

Ian WattFilm ProductionSenior“Brand New Shoes”

Virginia PTAReflections Program

6 Art CategoriesLiteratureLiteratureMusic Composition Music Composition PhotographyPhotographyVisual ArtsVisual ArtsDance ChoreographyDance ChoreographyFilm ProductionFilm Production

4 Age DivisionsPrimary: Pre K Primary: Pre K -- Grade 2Grade 2Intermediate: Grades 3 Intermediate: Grades 3 --5 5 Junior/Middle: Grades 6 Junior/Middle: Grades 6 –– 8 8 Senior High: Grades 9 Senior High: Grades 9 –– 12 12

Laney VaughanPhotography

Senior“Diversity Means Strength”

7 Steps to a Great Program

Jada RicksVisual Arts - Primary

“People Together in Love”

Step 1 Plan and RecruitStep 1 Plan and Recruit

Step 2. Market the ProgramSuggestions��Distribute information to parents, Distribute information to parents,

teachers and childrenteachers and children��Conduct a Reflections workshopConduct a Reflections workshop��Have an assemblyHave an assembly��Visit each classroomVisit each classroom��Use local newspaper & bulletin boardsUse local newspaper & bulletin boards��Set up a displaySet up a display--previous worksprevious works��Publicize the programPublicize the program--use former students use former students

and parentsand parents��Use best practices of others, former chairsUse best practices of others, former chairs

Step 3. Collect & Log�Use Awards Recipients Log Form to account

for all entries�Fill in Local Unit Participation Form �Check Student Entry Forms�Ensure you label the students’ works in some

manner.�Separate into art areas and age categories for

judging�Store entries in a safe place and in a safe way

Step Step 4. Recruit Judges4. Recruit JudgesSelect judges� Select on expertise� Local colleges, art institutes, museums, libraries, dance

studios, media centers, retired teachers� Teachers from other schools

Prepare the judges� Provide copies of the students’ rules � PTA judging criteria (Artistic Interpretation)� Judges’ comment pages� Arrange judging times & places� Clearly give deadlines� Tell how you want winners identified – No ties

Step 5.Prepare works for next level

�� Check Student Entry Check Student Entry FormsForms�� Check art works meet the requirements for size, length Check art works meet the requirements for size, length

of play, etc.of play, etc.�� Make sure works that you send on are identified with a Make sure works that you send on are identified with a

student entry form.student entry form.�� Fill out the Local Unit PTA information online. You will Fill out the Local Unit PTA information online. You will

receive a confirmation.receive a confirmation.�� Take the confirmation to the next level and/or a paper Take the confirmation to the next level and/or a paper

form.form.�� Have your winners and families fill out the online form or Have your winners and families fill out the online form or

fill out paper form.fill out paper form.

Step 6. RecognitionStep 6. Recognition�Display entries �Give awards to everyone who

participates�Have children perform & parents

talk about program�Use certificates, ribbons, trophies, prizes,

etc.�Give receptions, parties, shows, special

PTA event�Involve business partners�Involve local merchants

Step 7. WrapStep 7. Wrap--UpUp�Return all entries to participants�Deliver all awards to

participants�Check with next level to track

progress of your students�Thank your judges�Evaluate your program�Leave a plan for next year’s

committee

Lauren LeeVisual Arts – Inter.

“One Path of Differences

What’s New From National PTA Reflections

� Less paperwork for you!� You fill out a simple form online giving your PTA

information and numbers of your participants� Your winning students will fill out a student entry

form with their parents’ signature/ permission� There will be paper forms for you and your students� Special Artists

Questions or Thoughts and Ideas to Share?

2012 – 2013PTA Reflections theme

“The Magic of a Moment…”

Jane Brooksartsineducation@vapta.org

757425-1597

Katlyn PurdyPhotography – Inter.“Peace, Don’t Hate, Love”

Reflections Chairs ResourcesØ www.vapta.org – Virginia PTA website

q Local Chairman’s Guideq Student Rules by Categoryq Judges’ Rubric, Commentsq Student participation log

Ø Subscribe to the VOICEØ artsineducation@vapta.orgØ Facebook –Virginia PTA Arts in Education, ReflectionsØ www.ptareflections.org – National PTA

Reflections site

Abby VillacrusisPhotography – Primary‘My Family is Diverse”

Your Virginia PTA Arts in Education Committee

Helen RaiVisual Arts – Senior

“Beauty of Diversity”

“The Magic of a Moment”

Thanks!

“THE MAGIC OF A MOMENT…”

THANKS!THANKS!