REFLECTIONS: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE ARTS

“I am Hopeful Because…”    

That’s the theme for the 2023-24 Reflections Nationwide PTA Art Program, which has been bringing the arts to life for more than 10 million students since 1969. 

Coyotes are on the forefront of this amazing program, which increases community awareness of the importance of arts in education.

Reflections encourages students of all ages to:

• Unleash creative talents and be inspired
• Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
• Experience the fun and joy of making art
• Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
• Receive positive recognition for their original works of art.

PARTICIPATION IS EASY, EXCITING AND EMPOWERING

All Coyotes are invited to participate and submit ORIGINAL artwork in one or multiple of six categories: 

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

SUBMIT ENTRIES HERE

Every entry receives 10 COYOTE CASH, spirit sticks, and an entry to the annual raffle for our special Reflections’ tote full of art supplies.

Certificates and ribbons are given to top entries. Top entries will move to Plano Council judging.

The grade level with most entries received a popcorn party and a special art party hosted by Mrs. Miller. 

Visit 2022-2023 Reflections Gallery to see examples of entries from last year.

IMPORTANT REFLECTIONS DATES

We are now receiving entries for Reflections. Please reach out to your PTA unit, council and district to inquire about your local due dates, which are generally in the fall of each year.

• You can submit Digitally or In Person
• A fully completed form is required to be filled out by a parent
• An artist statement needs to be provided with the form

ENTRY FORMS AND RULES

Students should download the Program Rules to ensure their art meets the requirements for each art category. Each entry must be accompanied by a completed Student Entry form.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Once entries are submitted judging will occur, judging will be done by outside art experts, and they will not have access to participants’ information.

Award of Excellence entries move on to Plano ISD Council of PTAs Reflections.

A Special Artists division celebrates student artists with special needs. Selected entries are then sent on to councils and then districts for consideration. 

The final artworks submitted to TEXAS State PTA by districts are then considered for Outstanding Interpretation, Awards of Excellence or Awards of Merit. Outstanding Interpretation and Award of Excellence entries then go on to represent TEXAS in the final National PTA judging round.

Coyotes will be recognized in Good Morning Carlisle as well as COLA assembly.

All entrants must have a current PTA member in their household for the 2023-2024 school year. Click HERE to renew or join the PTA.