GFMS PTA Reflections

What is Reflections?

The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life. 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.

 

The 2023-2024 Reflections theme is "I am Hopeful Because..."

 

Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts.  At GFMS, students participate in the Intermediate division (Grades 3-5), Middle School division (Grades 6-8), or Special Artist division (All grades welcome). 

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CATEGORIES AND RULES BELOW!

NYS Official Rules & GFMS Entry Form

All entries must be delivered to the GFMS Main Office with a completed entry form by November 21, 2023

Special Artist Division

special artist iconThe National PTA Special Artist Division is an option for students with disabilities who receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 to have the opportunity and accommodations they may need in order to participate fully in the program. The Special Artist Division offers modified rules and guidelines to ensure that every student has the chance to be part of the National PTA Reflections® program. 

 

Who qualifies as a disabled individual under the law? The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defined an individual with a disability as a person who: (1) Has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities of that person; (2) Has a record of such an impairment; or (3) Is regarded as having such impairment.

 

HOW TO ENTER. Students who identify as having a disability have two ways to enter the National PTA Reflections Program. 

Option 1. Enter in Grade-Level Division: Regardless of age, students with special needs may enter in the grade division most closely aligned to their functional abilities. Students may not receive assistance other than that which is allowed for all children. Students are recognized and awarded prizes as part of the general student population without regard to special needs or challenges. 

Option 2. Enter in Special Artist Division: eligible students entering the Special Artist Division create their own artwork, but ay receive non-artistic accommodation and assistance from an adult. Students are recognized and awarded prizes as part of the Special Artist Division. 

Download the Special Artists guidelines to be sure your submission meets all the submission requirements:   English   Español  

***BE SURE TO CLICK THE CATEGORY ABOVE TO DOWNLOAD THE CATEGORY RULES***

All entries must be delivered to the GFMS Main Office with a completed entry form by November 21, 2023

 

 NYS Official Rules & GFMS Entry Form