 PTA has long recognized the importance of arts in education. In 1969, the National PTA introduced its Reflections program, with an average participation of nearly 700,000 students per year. Participating in the program is an opportunity for students to explore and learn about various art forms. It does not matter whether an entry created for the Reflections Program has been created as a classroom assignment or independently at home. Artistic exploration and expression enhance and develop intellectual, social, and physical skills. Creating art is a valuable learning process.
When children express themselves through words, pictures, music, photography, videography, dance, and other art forms, they grow intellectually. They learn to analyze their thoughts, feelings, and ideas. They learn to look at things, people, and experiences in a fresh and exciting way, and they become more interested in the ideas and works of others. The Reflections Program also helps parents encourage and recognize the continuous self-discovery process of their children.
The Reflections Program is designed to enhance art education. It provides opportunities for students to express themselves and to receive positive recognition for their artistic efforts. Parents, teachers, and community members all play a critical role in fostering a positive learning environment for children. Supporting the Reflections Program is one way adults can help create that environment.
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2010-2011 Reflections Program
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Theme:“Together We Can”
Reflections is an arts program sponsored by the PTA to encourage creativity in our students. Each year the National PTA provides a new and inspiring theme. Students are invited to interpret this theme in any way they feel appropriate. This wonderful program gives students the opportunity to express themselves through the cultural arts.
Students may enter their original work in seven art categories. Students are welcomed to submit as many entries in as many categories as they wish.
Please go to www.papta.org to obtain Rules and Entry Forms. Select "Student Entry Form" on left hand side to print out a reflections entry form for each student entry or click here to obtain form: Student Entry Form.
Questions? Contact Michele Zaborowski at 610-469-6274 or Heather Getley 610-792-4583 or hgetley@comcast.net All Reflections entries will be due by Friday, October 29, 2010 in the main office. | |