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New! Reflections 2011 Online Gallery
See the 2011 submissions from our fabulous students.
diversity n. 1. being diverse; variety. 2. a different kind; a variety.
diverse adj. unlike in nature or qualities; varied.
see also: variety
What is Diversity? What does it mean to you?
PTA Reflections is an annual themed art competition. Designed to enhance rather than replace a quality arts education, the PTA Reflections Program provides opportunities for students to express themselves and to receive positive recognition for their artistic efforts. Each year, the PTA Reflections Program challenges students to create art inspired by a specific theme, and students submit entries to our local PTA.
PTA Reflections 2011-2012 asks students to creatively explore what diversity means to them. View this short YouTube video to help you understand diversity.
Important Dates to Remember:
Due Date: Submit original works of art by 10/17/11.
- September 23 & 30: The Reflections Crew will be at informational tables with all of the forms you need and will be available to answer any of your questions. We will also have past winners on hand to tell you about their experience last year.
- October 3: Diversity Means Workshop, 2:45-3:45 HP Cafeteria - Come and explore what diversity means at this informational workshop facilitated by specialists in your chosen medium!
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- October 17: All Submissions Due in PTA room box labeled "Reflections." Deadline extended to MONDAY 10/24
- October 31 - November 4: Highland Park Reflections 2011-2012 Art Show
- November 2: Awards Ceremony, 6:00-7:00 HP Cafeteria, Potluck
- November 4: Take Down Artwork not advancing to District
Here are some of the ways you might choose to express yourself and some helpful information. Click on any of the items below to download the corresponding guidelines:
IMPORTANT! If you make a work of art that uses someones image you will need to get consent from them. Here's the consent form: Reflections Consent Form (PDF). Here's how to use the consent form: How to use the Reflections Consent Form (PDF)
Student Participation
Annually, hundreds of thousands of students participate in the Reflections program through their local PTAs. These student winners go on to compete at the district/regional and state levels, with the best-of-the-best entries going to National PTA to be considered for a National Reflections award.
Each year, PTA gives the following awards at the national level:
- Outstanding Interpretation Awards
- Awards of Excellence
- Awards of Merit
- Honorable Mention
Highland Park Students will each be awarded ribbons in the following categories:
- Award of Excellence (advance to district level)
- Award of Merit
- Award of Honorable Mention
- Award of Participation
Still have questions? Contact
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BOOK LIST:
Here is a list of books that touch on cultures and cultural diversity generously compiled by Ms. Mullins:
Celebrations! by Anabel Kindersley
Celebrations of Light: a Year of Holidays Around the World by Nancy Luenn
Children Like Me by Susan Copsey
Hands Around the World: 365 Creative Ways to Build Cultural Awareness and Global Respect by Susan Milord
Kids Around the World Celebrate: The Best Feasts and Festivals From Many Lands by Lynda Jones
Lights of Winter: Winter Celebrations Around the World by Heather Conrad
The Multicultural Game Book: More Than 70 Traditional Games from 30 Countries by Louise Orlando
Two Eyes, A Nose, and a Mouth by Roberta Grobel
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