2025 PTSA Reflections Contest - "I Belong"

Use the QR code above to submit your entry form by the deadline of October 31, 2025

Questions? Email reflections@lassiterptsa.org

Detailed Information
Detailed information about the program and the rules can be found at (scroll down to see detailed rules for each category).

https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections/craft-an-entry#topics

Overall Entry Guidelines

These are basic guidelines that all Reflections entries must meet to be eligible on the national level. Additional state and/or local program requirements may apply. 

Each entry must be new artwork inspired by the current year’s theme are accepted.

• Theme-Inspired: Engage with the theme and create inspired artwork. This is critical to success in Reflections.
• New Artwork: Do not “recycle” artwork by submitting a piece created for other purposes (e.g., homework not related to Reflections; art used in another competition).

Each entry must be the original work of one student only.

• Individual Originality: Reflections is designed to encourage and recognize individual creativity, artistic assistance from friends, family and/or teachers is not allowed.
• No Group Submissions: Only one student will be awarded for each entry.
• Artwork Details: Titles or artist statements must be the student’s own words and interpretations of the theme.
• Creative Choices: Decisions in the creative process must be made and/or directed by the student. If support is required, it should be limited and appropriate to the student’s grade and needs.

Each entry must contain a title and an artist statement.

• Word Count: Artists statement must include at least 10 words and not exceed 100 words.
• Be Creative and Unique: Each entry submitted in Reflections must have a unique title and artist statement specific to that submission. Learn more about crafting a title and artist statement in the section below.

Each entry using digital technology/software in creation process must consider the following:

• Enhance: Technology/software may be used to develop, enhance and/or present an entry. 
• Original Use: Technology/software may not be used to provide the primary design and/or concept.
• Use Description: Entrants must use the “Additional Details” field on their entry form to briefly describe the tools and method used in the creation process, including any generative elements (10 to 50 words).

Entry, Category and Division Guidelines

Categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition,
Photography, Visual Arts

• Accessible Arts Division: Welcomes students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 and offers non-artistic, division-specific accommodations. 

Literature
LITERATURE is the art of writing. The author (e.g., student submitting the entry) is a person who expresses their own thoughts and ideas through the use of words. Collections of literary work, such as multiple poems or short stories are not accepted.

To Portray Your Original Writing:

• Consider the following literary styles, Prose, Poetry, Drama, Reflective Essay, Narrative, Short Story.
• To show a clear relation to the theme, use fiction or non-fiction, plot and characterization, setting and imagery, style, symbolism, etc.

Visual Arts
VISUAL ARTS includes many art forms that are visual in nature. Through combined elements like color, shape, and texture, visual artwork is not only pleasing to look at but also expresses an idea or thought. Collections are not accepted.

To Portray Your Original Artwork:

• Consider the following accepted forms of visual arts: Architecture (2D/3D), carpentry, ceramics, collages (combined non-photographic and/or photographic elements), digital art and graphics (drawings/paintings/illustration), crafts, design,
  dioramas, drawing, fiberwork, jewelry, kites, metal etching/punch work, mobiles, painting, printmaking, sculpture and wind chimes.
• Avoid the following unaccepted forms of visual: Reproductions or enlargements of other artwork are not accepted.
• Show a clear relation to the theme using art form, use of color, texture, shape, proportion etc. to show a clear relation to the theme

Photography
PHOTOGRAPHY is the process of creating an image. By focusing on objects using various lenses, filters and light sources, photographers may demonstrate the use of photographic techniques conventionally or digitally. Collages and collections of photos are not accepted.

To Portray Your Original Artwork:

• Consider the following accepted forms of photography: a single photo, panoramic, photomontage (one print of multiple original photos), a multiple exposure, negative sandwich or photogram and original black-and-white and color
  images.
• Avoid the following unaccepted forms of photography: entries with added graphics and/or non-photographic elements (e.g., lettering, icons), collages and collections of photos, original film (negatives or transparencies) and
  multidimensional pieces.
• To show a clear relation of the photo to the theme, use objects, lighting and the location.

Music Composition
MUSIC COMPOSITION is the process of creating a new piece of music. The composer (e.g., student submitting entry) is a person who expresses their own thoughts and ideas through the use of sound. Entries in the middle and high school grade divisions must include music score/notation.

To Portray Your Original Composition:

• Consider the following musical styles and instruments, A Cappella, Blues, Choral, Country, Electronic, Hip hop, Jazz, Latin, Musical, Orchestral, Pop, R&B, Religious, Rock, Symphonic/Concert Band and Traditional.
• To show a clear relation to the theme, use structure, melody, rhythm, instruments, lyrics, emotion, etc. to show a clear relation to the theme.
• Explore new methods and make use of instruments, sounds, styles and combinations. All are accepted. 

Film Production
FILM PRODUCTION is the process of making a film. The producer (student submitting the entry) is not required to appear in the film but if the student chooses a tripod may be used. All screenwriting, directing and editing must be done by the student producer. PowerPoint presentations are not allowed.

To Portray Your Original Film:

• Consider creating your film in using the following styles:
  o Animation: Demonstrates motion by sequencing still objects or using computer-generated graphics.
  o Narrative: Tells a fictional story developed by the student.
  o Documentary: Presents facts and information.
  o Experimental: Explores movement, light and montage.
  o Multimedia: Uses a combination of different contents (text, audio, still images, animation, etc.).
• To show a clear relation to the theme, develop a work of fiction or nonfiction and make use of plot and characters, visuals (setting, costumes, animation), sound and background music, editing, etc. 

Dance Choreography
DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY is the act of creating movement, usually coordinated with music, to represent an idea through dance (e.g., your interpretation of the Reflections theme).

Portray Your Original Choreography:

• Consider the following styles and ensembles, Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Folk Dance, Religious Dance, Dance Ensembles (color guard/indoor guard), Ice Skating/Dancing and Gymnastics-floor Routine.
• Show clear relation between choreography and the theme with choreographic style and techniques, background song(s), props and the location to show a clear relation of the dance choreography to the theme.

Accessible Arts
ACCESSIBLE ARTS Division is an option for students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504. The division welcomes students of all ages and offers division-specific accommodations to ensure that every student has the chance to participate fully in the program.

SHOUT-OUT TO PAST WINNING ARTISTS: 

 Lassiter PTSA Reflections Winners at the State Level 2024-2025

 Congratulations to the winners of 2024 -25 PTA Reflections Program at the State level

• DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY - Sangyethia Joseph; Raliyah Joseph
• MUSIC COMPOSITION - Priyanka Bhandarkar
• LITERATURE - Kaimi Trevison; Gabriella Farah; Amelia Wilson

ECCC PTA Reflections Winners 2022 

Congratulations to the winners at the Council level!!

Congratulations to the Lassiter High School PTSA winners of PTA Reflections at the ECCC PTA council level. These entries are moving forward to compete against the winners of other high schools at the State level. You will receive official communication from the Reflections chair at the council level soon.

 

LASSITER PTSA REFLECTIONS WINNERS

SHOUT-OUT TO PAST WINNING ARTISTS: 

 BRAVO!!! Lassiter PTSA is proud to announce that we have more news on the 2021-2022 Reflections event - "I Will Change the World By…" Lassiter student Olivia Lewis has won her division, Film Production High School, at Georgia PTA, which is the State level, and is now qualified to be judged at the NATIONAL PTA level! Congratulations and good luck Olivia! 

Congratulations to our students whose 2020 - 2021 Reflections entries are moving on to the State Level. 

Music Composition - Diana Byington, Samantha Whitley

Congratulations to Samantha Whitley (10th grade) for winning 3rd place in Music Composition for the state of GA!!! Her entry will be moving on to compete at the national level. What an amazing accomplishment from one of our Lassiter students! Way to go Samantha!

The Reflections Program is a National PTA and Georgia PTA cultural arts competition. The purpose of this program is to provide an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through their own original works. Students submitted entries in one of six areas of the arts.

Congratulations to all the winners of the 2019 Reflections Program!!

Thanks to all students who submitted Reflections entries this year!  We had some wonderful submissions and it was a tough to select the winners!  Two students per grade have been selected for each category to compete at the County level.  Winners who make it to the State level will be contacted directly. We will have a celebration breakfast for all participants coming soon.  All students who submitted an entry are welcome to come and enjoy donuts and juice and pick up their work.  Winners will be presented with an awards certificate as well.  Stay tuned for details!

Visual Art:

9^th grade: Lauren Choe and Claire Brownyard

10^th grade: Safa Sidiqui and Amelia Shugart

11^th grade: Hayleen Sears and Aaliyan Evans

12^th grade: Anna Schultz and Sarah White

Literature:

9^th grade:  Lily Benesh and Nina Lange

10^th grade:  Olivia McCord and Harison Weber

Photography:

9^th grade: Elizabeth Tilt and Meagan Ryley

10^th grade: Madeline Green and Roshini Sadalge

Film:

9^th grade: Sarah John and Carson Thomas

10^th grade: Jack Burrow and Anna Sorckoff

Music:

9^th grade: Sammy Weindorf and Samantha Whitley

10^th grade: Nicola Oltean and Zach Pacifico

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