1. State PTA Reflections® Network
Hosted by National PTA

2. Agenda – March 1 Welcome & Introductions Program Updates & Reminders
First Look at Program Materials
Next Call: 8:30 p.m. EST, Tues., April 5
Topic: Reporting Program Success

3. Program Updates & Reminders
March 1 National Deadline for Reflections Student Entries
for assistance.
National Review and Awards Timeline
Receive confirmation of state submissions by March 8
Receive to review draft list of awardees April 13—20
Share National Awards Announcement on May 1

5. FIRST LOOK! 2016-17 Reflections: What Is Your Story?
Program Materials for State PTA Leaders
PTA.org/StateReflectionsLibrary

6. National Events, Trainings & Deadlines
2016
Mar. 1  National-Round Deadline for Reflections Student Entries
Mar. 11  Deadline for Mary Lou Anderson Grant Applications
May 1  National Awards Announcement
Jul. 2 Annual National PTA Convention & Expo (Awards Celebration & Workshop)
Aug. 9 Reflections 101 Webinar 8 PM EDT
Sept National #ArtsEd Week
Dec. 2  National-Round Deadline for Theme Search Entries
2017
Jan. 9  Mary Lou Anderson Call for Applications
Jan. 10 National Art Exhibit Opening Ceremony at U.S. Dept. of Education
Mar. 1 National-Round Deadline for Reflections Student Entries
Mar. 17 Deadline for Mary Lou Anderson Grant Applications
May 1 National Awards Announcement

7. 2016-17 Reflections Materials New!
For State PTA Leaders (not for distribution)
State PTA Reflections Guide
State PTA Participation Form
Template Training Materials
For PTA Leaders
Local PTA Reflections Guide & Local PTA Participation Form (Council, District, Region)
PTA Leader Checklist, Volunteer Sign-Up Sheet, Tips for Program Promotion
Themed Poster (.pdf, fillable .pdf) & Themed Image (.jpg,.png)
Flyer for PTA & School Leaders (En Espanol, 2-Sided)
Judging Guidelines & Score Card 
Reflections Celebration Guide, Media Advisory & Press Release
National Awards, Student Certificate
Thank-you Letter for Volunteers, Program Evaluation
Reflections 101 e-Learning on demand & Reflections 101 Webinar Aug. 9, 8 PM EDT
In-kind contributions can play a major role in a program’s funding plan.
Start with Your Closest Connections:
PTA provides program leader and volunteer time.
School may provide facilities and staff time.
Consider Your Relationships:
University may conduct a program evaluation.
Local media may donate commercial time, Celebration Event Ads.
Art/Office/Food supply store discounts for members/participants.
Staff Time from a Community Organization
Evaluations Conducted by Universities
Fundraising Consultation by a Business
Additional Funding Sources:
Foundations:
To increase access to arts education
To support school-community partnerships.
To provide professional development for arts teachers.

8. 2016-17 Reflections Materials New!
For Students (customize and distribute)
Student Entry Form (.doc, .pdf, fillable .pdf)
Theme Search Entry Form & Past Themes 
Official Rules & Summary of Rules 
Special Artist Division Rules
Dance Choreography Rules
Film Production Rules
Literature Rules
Music Composition Rules
Photography Rules
Visual Arts Rules
Optional: Consent Form (En Espanol)
In-kind contributions can play a major role in a program’s funding plan.
Start with Your Closest Connections:
PTA provides program leader and volunteer time.
School may provide facilities and staff time.
Consider Your Relationships:
University may conduct a program evaluation.
Local media may donate commercial time, Celebration Event Ads.
Art/Office/Food supply store discounts for members/participants.
Staff Time from a Community Organization
Evaluations Conducted by Universities
Fundraising Consultation by a Business
Additional Funding Sources:
Foundations:
To increase access to arts education
To support school-community partnerships.
To provide professional development for arts teachers.

9. For State PTA Leaders not for distribution

10. For PTA Leaders: Local PTA Guide & Participation Form

11. PTA Leader Online Instructions
PTA Registration & Reporting
Register Your PTA (Jul. 1—Jan. 1)
Report Student Participation & Program Success (Sept. 1—Mar. 1)
Student Entry Portal Instructions:
Create an Account
Submit Student Entry + Artwork
Confirm Student Submission Status
For PTA Leaders: Online Instructions

12. For PTA Leaders: Check List & Volunteer Sign-Up

13. For PTA Leaders: Themed Poster & Images

14. For PTA Leaders: Judges Guidelines & Score Card

15. For Students: Entry Form & Summary of Rules

16. Official Rules For Students: Official Rules For Participation
Eligibility
Arts Categories
Grade Divisions
How To Enter
Entry Requirements
Finalist Selection and Notification
Ownership and License
Participating Entities
State Specific Instructions
For Students: Official Rules For Participation

17. 6 Arts Category Rules For Students: Arts Category Rules
Arts Category Description
Accepted Forms/Styles/Technology
Tips for Artist Statement
Judging Criteria
Originality
Copyright
Presentation
Packaging
State Specific Instructions
For Students: Arts Category Rules

18. Special Artist Rules For Students: Special Artist Rules Eligibility
How to Enter
Guidelines
Allowable Accommodations
For Students: Special Artist Rules

19. For Students: Theme Search Entry Form & Past Themes

20. Next Steps Stay tuned for Spanish-translated materials for students!
Customize Your Online PTA Registration and Student Entry Forms. Add 1 drop down menu listing your State’s Council/District/Region PTAs
3. Customize materials and share via State PTA website.
Promote available e-Learning Course and Webinar Registration Link.
Look for and share National PTA promotions via eblast and social media.
Look for National Awards Announcements!
Register for National PTA Convention!