Reflections 2014

Reflections 2013-2014

“Believe, Dream, Inspire”

About Reflections

All children deserve opportunities to explore and be involved in the arts.

What will you create? The Arts–and the National PTA Reflection program can be a valuable tool for fostering strong partnerships in your school community. Participate in PTA’s Arts Reflections Program themed– Believe, Dream, Inspire!The National PTA Reflections program is PTA’s cornerstone arts program. It was developed in 1969 by Colorado’s PTA President Mary Lou Anderson to encourage students to explore their talents and express themselves. Since then, the Reflections Program has inspired millions of students to reflect on a specific theme and create original artwork. Each year, students in Grades Pre-K through 12 are recognized for bringing the theme to life through dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts.

In 2012, the Special Artist Division emerged as an optional division for students whose physical, cognitive, or mental health challenges meet ADA guidelines. More information regarding guidelines and rules will be in your Reflections Guide.

National PTA Training Webinars: Reflections 101

Are you a new Reflections Chair or would like some info on how to implement Reflections in your school? Follow along with your WSPTA Reflections Guide for Local PTAs (you will receive the Fall from your PTA President).

Join us live on the second Tuesday of the month from 8:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. ET. This webinar will introduce general program information, share ideas, and offer recommendations on how to implement Reflections in your school and beyond.

• September 10, 2013
• October 8, 2013

What to know more?

• Washington State PTA’s Reflections Flyer
• Washington State Reflections Resources/Forms
• visit PTA.org/Reflections to learn more!

IMPORTANT DATES

• Issaquah Reflections Orientation for Chairs: September 19, 11am-12:30pm at Issaquah Library Meeting Room
• District Reflections deadline to submit student work:   2 options
  • November 14, 2013 ~ Presidents bring their unit’s Winning Artwork to Council General Membership Meeting –OR–
  • November 19, 2013 ~ ISD Office , 10am-12n
• District Reflections Gallery Walk Reception: January 14, 2014 ~ 6:30-8pm  ~ Gallery Walk (come and go anytime)  at  Issaquah High School

Volunteers Needed!

Please feel free to jump on board. With so many details, many hands make the work load light. Volunteers needed to help with the District Reception in January.Please contact the Council Reflections Chair for more information.

Issaquah PTSA Council Reflections Chair: