Reflections: "The World Would Be A Better Place if......."

Questions and Answers

Question	Answer
Who can participate?	All Soleado Suns are eligible!
What does this year's theme mean?	It is up to each entrant to decide what it means to them.
What can I submit?	See the Types of Entries section below.
How many entries can I submit?	You can submit as many contest entries as you like, in as many categories as you like.
When is the deadline?	October 24 3:00 pm Main Office
Who do I contact with questions.	Catherine Lucas cawlucas@gmail.com
How do I enter?	CLICK HERE FOR FORM Attach entry form to back of submission in manilla envelope with clasp. (Be sure to include Teacher to ensure we are able to return artwork). Turn in your entries at the Main Office.

Types of Entries

Entries may be in any of the following six categories. All entries must be related to the Reflections Program theme.

Type of entry	Instructions
Literature	Must be a single original work of fiction or nonfiction. Prose, poetry, and drama are all accepted. The entry must not exceed 2,000 words. Entries may be hand written or typed, and may be illustrated, though only literary content is judged. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Dance choreography	Must be an original choreographed work of one student recorded on a CD or DVD. It is suggested that the required artist statement be given at the beginning of the recording, in addition to being written on the Student Entry Form. There may be up to three dancers performing the choreography. Please submit addition consent form for every dancer shown on film. SUBMIT TWO COPIES. CLICK FOR MORE INFO
Film production	Must be an original work of fiction or nonfiction. Entries may be with or without sound. The student must be the director, screenwriter, and cameraperson. If using a computer, the student must do all the work. If the student chooses to appear in the production, a camera on a tripod may be used. If using student image or voice in film, please submit consent form for every student seen/heard in production. (Please submit TWO copies)  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Musical composition	Must be an original piece using voice, instruments, or a combination of voice and instruments. Lyrics may or may not be included in vocal compositions. The composition is not to exceed five minutes. The use of composition software is permitted, but use of highly edited MIDI sequences or audio files is strongly discouraged. No musical notation is required. ( If using student voice in composition, please submit additional consent form as well.) Submit Two copies of entry).  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Photography	Must be an original black-and-white or color image, or group of images, produced by a photographic process. The entry may incorporate such techniques as montage, multiple exposure, negative sandwiches, and photograms. Images may be manipulated conventionally or digitally. Added graphics over the image, including lettering, are not acceptable and the work may not exceed 11 inches by 14 inches, including a mat. IF USING STUDENT IN PHOTO PLEASE SUBMIT CONSENT FORM AS WELL CLICK FOR MORE INFO
Special Artist	Students with physical, cognitive, or mental health challenges may submit artwork in the grade division most closely aligned with their abilities, or may submit entries in this category, where they can receive non-artistic accommodation and adult assistance. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Visual arts	Must be an original print, drawing, painting, photographic or other collage, metal etching or punch work, fiber work, or computer-generated artwork. Entries may not be more than 3/8 inch thick. This includes use of all two-dimensional materials such as string, fabric, and screening. Entries may exceed 24 inches by 30 inches, including a mat, and nothing three-dimensional (noodles, beans, beads, boxes, etc.) may extend off the surface. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Downloads

Contest forms:

• Consent Form: 
• General Rules:

For More Information

• Visit the PTA Reflections website
• Visit the California PTA Reflections information page