National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.

Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-created 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.

This year's theme is "I BELONG!"

SHOWCASING OUR DRAGONS

Participants and their families will be invited to celebrate and recognize their students' submissions in early December.

A finalist from each category will be eligible for advancement and additional recognition from Fremont Council PTA, Peralta District PTA, California State PTA, and National PTA.

You can learn more about the Reflections program on the National PTA website.

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The deadline to turn in the entry/entries is on Sunday, October 19th by 10 PM. Students are able to submit entries in the following categories:

• Literature
• Visual Arts
• Photography
• Music
• Film Production
• Dance Choreography

You can find the student entry form here: https://forms.gle/R1k5aniM68tuoEV77

For Visual Arts and Photography entries: Please keep your work until the Reflections program concludes in November. Physical copies will only be required for entries advancing to the next level of review with Fremont Council PTA, and we’ll notify those families with instructions.

You can find the rules for participation here: https://capta.org/programs-events/reflections/general- rules

You can find specific rules here: https://capta.org/resource/participant-forms/

If you have any questions, please reach out to reflections@ardenwoodschool.org