ELLIS ELEMENTARY PTA
Part of the National Parent Teacher Association (National PTA), the oldest and largest child advocacy association in America
REFLECTIONS ART PROGRAM
DEADLINE FEBRUART 1ST, 2025
This year’s theme is “Accepting Imperfection”
National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program is a national program that provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.
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Each year, students in Pre-K through Grade 12 are invited to create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
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Experienced artists will review your work for interpretation of theme, creativity, and technique. We look forward to celebrating your artistry and achievement in the arts! Winning entries will be submitted to Nevada PTA to compete statewide with the possibility of competing nationally.
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All entrants will receive a coupon for a complimentary treat at Jeremiah's Ice in the St. Rose Shopping Center!
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Entry forms, digital submissions, and questions can be emailed to Tonya Moake Neely, Reflections Chair, at 0775-pta@nv.ccsd.net
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Physical forms and artwork can be turned in at the front office.
CATEGORIES
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Dance Choreography
Solo and ensemble works of all dance styles are accepted. Entrant must be the choreographer and may also be the performer, or one of the performers. If background music is used, cite it on the entry form. Video file must not exceed 5 minutes in length and 1,000 MB (1,000 megabyte) in file size and be in MP4 or AVI format.
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Film Production
Accepted short "lm styles include: Animation, narrative, documentary, experimental or media presentation. Use of PowerPoint is prohibited. Entrant must be the screenwriter, cinematographer, editor and producer. If background music is used, cite it on the entry form. Video file must not exceed 5 minutes in length and1,000 MB (1,000 megabyte) in file size and be in MP4 or AVI format.
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Literature
Accepted forms of fiction and non-fiction include: Prose, poetry, reflective essay, screen play and play script, narrative, and short story. Entrants may write in their primary language as long as an interpretive English translation is also attached. Use of copyrighted material is prohibited. Writing must not exceed 2,000 words and may be handwritten or typed. Accepted formats: Single-sided print on 8 ½x11” paper or PDF file.
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Music Composition
All music styles and combinations of instrumentation are accepted. Entrant must be the composer and may also be the performer, or one of the performers. Use of copyrighted material is prohibited. Audio recording must not exceed 5 minutes in length and 1,000 MB (1,000 megabyte) in file size. Accepted audio file formats include: MP3 and WAV. Notation (score/tablature) in PDF format is only required for middle and high school divisions.
Photography
Photo must be a single print/digital image. Collages and collections of photos are not accepted. Entrant must be the photographer and may use a variety of digital editing techniques including but not limited to, multiple exposure, negative sandwich and photogram. Use of copyrighted material is prohibited. Print image dimensions must be no smaller than 3x5 inches and no larger than 8x10 inches. Accepted print formats: Mounted on mat or poster board no larger than 11x14 inches. Framed prints are not accepted. Digital image dimensions must be at least 640x960 (pixels) and 300 dpi (resolution). Accepted file formats: JPEG, JPG, and PNG.
Visual Arts
Works of both fine and design arts are accepted, including but not limited to: architectural drawing and models, ceramics, collage, computer generated images and graphics, crafts, drawing, fashion clothes and jewelry, fiber work, mixed media, painting, printmaking and sculpture. Use of copyrighted material is prohibited. 2D artworks must be mounted on sturdy material and no larger than 24x30 inches with matting. Framed entries are not accepted. Include one digital image of artwork with your submission. 3D artwork submissions must contain 3 digital images of artwork at different angles. Image(s) are used for artwork identification, judging and exhibition purposes. Accepted file formats: JPEG, JPG, and PNG.
Accessible Artist
Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Special Artist Division OR grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities. See Official Rules for details.