“The world would be a better place if…”
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– “The world would be a better place if…” 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.
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).
IMPORTANT DATES
- Issaquah Reflections Orientation for Chairs: Thursday, September 18, 10:30am-12:00pm at Issaquah Library Meeting Room
- District Reflections deadline to submit student work: Thursday, November 20th, 11:30am-1:30pm – Location Issaquah Library Meeting Room
- District Reflections Gallery Walk Reception: Tuesday, January 13th, 2015, 6:30-8:00pm. Gallery Walk (come and go anytime during this time) at Issaquah High School Commons area
Want to know more?
- National PTA’s Reflections Flyer
- Washington State Reflections Resources/Forms
- visit PTA.org/Reflections to learn more!
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:
Dawn Peschek,reflections@issaquahptsa.org 425-277-2770
Click HERE to visit the WSPTA Reflections Website
2014-2015 WSPTA Reflections Award Winners
2014-2015 District Reflections Finalists Congratulations to all!
2014-2015 Issaquah School District Reflections Reception and Gallery Program.
2013-2014 District Reflection Finalists
2013-2014 WASTATE PTA Reflection Finalists
2012-2013 National PTA Reflections Awards Recipients by State Way to go Washington State PTSA!