“I Can Make A Difference By…” is this year’s Reflections theme.  The purpose of this program is to provide an opportunity for students of all grade levels to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through their own original works, created around a specific theme.  You decide what that phrase means to you and then create a piece of art explaining your ideas.  The Reflections Program encourages parents to recognize their child’s artistic efforts and participate in the continuous self-discovery process through creative self-expression. 

Reflections is a great opportunity to get creative and share your artistic talents with your school!

Arts Categories:

· Literature—works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, prose, drama, short stories, and lyrics.

· Visual Arts—prints, drawings painting, collages, photographic collages, metal etching, fiber work, and computer generated art.  Works of art must be flat and may not exceed more than 3/8” thickness.  Artwork may not exceed 24x30” including mat.

· Photography—prints up to 11x14” in color or black and white, including techniques in photogram, retouched, montage, sandwich, and multiple exposures.

· Music Composition—original musical composition, with or without lyrics

· Dance Choreography—create original choreographed dance and perform it on tape.

· Film/Video Production—fiction or non-fiction video created as animation, narrative, documentary, experimental, or music video.

Participation:  Our program begins with participation at Clark with entries divided into two grade divisions: Primary grades K-2 and Intermediate grades 3-6.  Entries will be judged blind (no names) based on artistic merit, creativity, and interpretation of theme.  Clark finalists will move on to district level, which then feeds state and national levels.  General Reflections program guidelines , rules for each category, and official entry forms will be available Monday, Oct 8.  You can receive them one of three ways:

1. Download them from the Clark PTA web site at www.clarkpta.org.

2. Pick up a packet in the kiosk outside the office.

3. Fill out the form and return to the PTA office, and a packet will be sent to you via kidmail.

Deadline:  Finished entries should be turned into the PTA office by Wednesday, November 7th by 3:45pm.  Each entry must be accompanied by an official entry form.  Also, mark your calendars for the Clark Reflections Reception in the Multi Purpose Room: Friday, November 30th.  All entries will be on display, and all participants will be presented with a certificate, participation ribbon, and special treat.  We will also announce the finalists who will move on to the district level!