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“WOW!”

NCPTA
2008-2009 Reflections
Handbook
IS MY ENTRY READY?
My Reflections piece is complete; what do I do now?

Once a student’s Reflections piece is complete follow the
following steps to prepare the piece for judging:
1. Fill out Student Entry Form: Be sure all required information is provided.
2. Select the Student Requirements Checklist that applies to your entry. Complete the
Student Checklist, sign and date form-parent signature not required if student is 18 yrs
old.
3. Complete Consent Form: For all individuals (NOT just the student submitting the
Reflections piece) who appear in a film production, dance choreography, or photography
entry—and if it includes images of an individual, in a literature or visual arts entry. Also if
any individual appearing in an entry is under the age of 18 parental consent will be
required.

IS THE STUDENT CHECKLIST AND CONSENT FORM A REQUIREMNT?

YES.
Each student must submit a checklist acknowledging all rules and regulations have been read,
followed, and understood. Consent Forms are required if the paragraph above applies to their
piece.

HOW DO I SUBMIT THE REQUIRED FORMS?
In the following order, staple the Student Entry Form, Student Checklist, and Consent
Form together:
Student Entry Form: top sheet
Student Checklist: middle sheet
Consent Form: bottom sheet

Follow the National and State presentation rules. Please refer to the
“Presentation” section of the rules for your category (presentation requirements
are not the same for every category).

Photography and Visual Arts Entries; please refer to page 4 under “Attention! New
Requirements” and follow both the National and State Requirements.

Now you are ready to submit your entry for judging.
Good Luck!

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NCPTA Reflections Consent Form

The NCPTA Reflections Program uses photographs, videos (dance or film), illustrations, both art
and literal, of students to convey the year’s theme. Such photographs, videos, or other illustrating
materials will be seen and judged at various level of competition. Should a piece place at any
level, the artwork may be on display and/or aired at various Awards Celebration Programs.

This form allows you as a parent or guardian to choose whether your child may be in a
video, photograph, or other illustration created for the 2008-2009 Reflections Program.
Also, if an individual appearing in an entry is under the age of 18, parental consent is
required.

CHECK ONE:

_____ I give permission to the NCPTA Reflections Program to make photographs, videos, or
illustrations of my child. Further, I authorize their use without inspecting or approving the
finished product or its specific use.

_____ I give permission for my child, who is under the age of 18, to appear in a NCPTA
Reflections Program entry. (Film, Dance, Photograph, and if applicable, a Visual Arts Piece or
Literature entry.) Further, I authorize their use without inspecting or approving the finished
product or its specific use.

_____ No. I do not give permission for my child to be included in presentations by the NCPTA
Reflections Program.

Student’s Name

PTA Name

Parent/Guardian Signature

Parent/Guardian Print

________________________________
Date of Signature

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Helpful Hints for completing the Student Entry Form
Reflections Program 2008-2009
“Wow”

Fill out form completely. DO NOT forget the REQUIRED ARTIST STATEMENT.

DOUBLE CHECK. Make sure that you have provided all of your contact information (home
address, phone number, and email address)

Be sure to have provided PTA name, National ID number, Reflection chair’s name, phone
number, and email address.

Be sure to have two signatures, unless student is 18 or older.

Use Black or blue ink, print legibly.

Artists and photographers: state dimensions of your entry. Include mat. This is required.

Visual Artists: remember to include a description of the media used to create your piece.

Photographers: remember to describe the process used in preparing the piece.

Dance: be sure to state your performers.

Music composition artists have 4 required questions to answer.

Dance and Film entries, if you have used music in your piece, the title, composer, and performer
of any background music must be credited and documented on the Student Entry Form. If the
connection to the theme is expressed in the song choice, this should be explained in the artist
statement.

Artist statement is REQUIRED for every level. If additional space is needed, use the back of the
Student Entry Form or a clean sheet of paper.

Be sure you have followed all the rules stated, on each of the arts area rules page.

Complete the checklist before submitting your entry to ensure you have provided all required
information.
In the following order, STAPLE the Student Entry Form, Student Checklist, and
Consent Form together:
Student Entry Form: top sheet
Student Checklist: middle sheet
Consent Form: bottom sheet

Follow the “Presentation” section stated in the rules for attaching Student Entry Form to your
work.

Any entry form that is missing information is considered incomplete and will not be accepted for
judging.

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2008–2009 PTA Reflections Program Student Entry Form Theme: “Wow!”
Directions: Please print clearly. Completely fill out the form down to and including the required signatures. Leave the boxed area for
local PTA information blank. If you need more space, use the back of this form or an extra sheet of paper. Be sure to write your name
on any additional pages.
Grade Division (check one) Arts Area (check one)
Grade Primary: preschool–grade 2 Literature
Age Intermediate: grades 3–5 Musical Composition
Middle/Junior: grades 6–8 Photography
Senior: grades 9–12 Visual Arts
Special Needs Participant Dance Choreography
Film Production
Title of Work
Required Artist Statement
How does your work
connect to the theme?
See attached (Please print your name on any attached sheets.)

REQUIRED INFORMATION
Photography and Visual Arts: Give the dimensions of the work in inches, including mat. L W
Photography: Describe the process used in preparing the piece.
Visual Arts: Describe the media (crayons, oil on canvas, etc.).
Dance Choreography: Who performed your choreography?
Film Production: Respond to the following:
Who appears in your film?
Was a computer used? If so, name the software and hardware.
Dance Choreography and Film Production: Credit the background music below.

Musical Composition: Respond to the following: Check one: Traditional Instrumentation Synthesizer
Who performed your composition for your recording?
Was a computer used? If so, name the software and hardware.
Are lyrics included? If so, how do your lyrics complement your composition?
Fold here
Student’s
first name Middle intl. Last name
Address 1 Address 2
City State ZIP

Phone ( ) E-mail
PTA includes the national, state, district, council, and local PTA/PTSA organization or unit. I grant PTA permission to use my works for commercial or noncommercial use, including
but not limited to public presentation of the work and reproduction of the work in print, electronic, and multimedia formats to promote the Reflections Program. PTA may continue
to use my work as long as it has access to a copy or to a slide. PTA is not responsible for lost or damaged works. Entries may not be returned. I understand that I must participate
in the Reflections Program through a PTA/PTSA in good standing. I affirm that this is my own original work. I understand that the submission of my entry into the
Reflections Program constitutes acceptance of the above conditions.
____________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
Signature of student Signature of parent/legal guardian (necessary if child is under 18 years)
TO BE COMPLETED BY LOCAL PTA Check one: PTA PTSA Local eight-digit PTA ID: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __
Local chair name _________________________________ Official PTA/PTSA name _______________________________________
PTA address _____________________________________ City ________________________________ State_______ ZIP _______
E-mail ___________________________________________ Phone _(_____)_________________________
Local PTA good standing status: Membership dues paid date Entered members into NCPTA database
Financial Review Submission date __/__/__ Bylaws approval date __/__/__
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST: FILM PRODUCTION

This requirements checklist is for your use in preparing your Reflections entry for submission. Please keep a copy of this
list for your records.

**Upon completion, sign this checklist verifying that all rules and guidelines have been read and understood.
Must accompany the Student Entry Form and all other required forms**

Student confirms that he/she was the director, screenwriter, and cameraperson

Student Entry Form
All participants are required to fill out in its entirety and sign the Student Entry Form. Each participant is also required to submit an
artist statement to describe how his or her piece relates to the theme. While there is no required length, the artist statement is
mandatory for all entries. Students who have not completely filled out the entry form will not be eligible to participate in the program.
Student Entry Form completely filled out, including:
Student’s complete contact information
• Student’s full name/Student’s address/Student’s phone number/Parent’s email address
Original signatures of student and parent/guardian
Local Reflections Chair contact information
• Full Name/Phone Number/ Email Address
Local PTA Information
• National ID Number/Full School Name/Complete School address
Required Information Answered:
o Who appears in your film? (It is suggested that you gain parental consent for any minors who appear in your film.)
o Was a computer used? If so, name the software and hardware.
o Was any background music used? If so, credit the music.
Music
The title, composer, and performer of any background music must be credited and documented on the Student Entry Form. If the
connection to the theme is expressed in the song choice, this should be explained in the artist statement.
Required Artist Statement Answered:
Describe what inspired you to create this work and how it relates to the theme. This is required for all grade divisions. If additional
space is needed, use the back of the Student Entry Form or an extra sheet of paper. BE SURE TO WRITE YOUR NAME ON ANY
ADDITIONAL PAGES.
Consent Form: Signed consent for all individuals who appear in the film/video production. Also if any individual appearing in the
entry is under the age of 18 parental consent is required.
Presentation
Entry DOES NOT EXCEED 5 Minutes
Submissions should be in one of the following file formats:
• .MPG / .MPEG
• .MOV / .QT (Quicktime Video)
• .WMV (Windows Media Video)
Entries should be submitted on CD or DVD. The entry should be saved as a file on the CD/DVD, not as a CD/DVD movie. **NO
CASETTE TAPES ACCEPTED***
Submit the CD or DVD in a plastic or cardboard container; identify both the CD/DVD and the container with the student’s:
• Name/ Grade Division/State/Year
Pack the CD/DVD in a large envelope. Secure the Student Entry Form to the outside of the envelope with masking tape.

Met deadline: Entries delivered and received at the designated place on or before the designated due date.
** Sign and date the box below. By signing this form, you acknowledge that you have completely read all rules and
guidelines to the 2008-2009 Reflections program and agree to adhere to the guidelines set forth by NCPTA and
National PTA.

Student Name PTA Name

Parent/Guardian Signature (Required unless student 18 years old)

Parent/Guardian Print (Required unless student 18 years old)

______________________________________
Date of signature

STAPLE completed form to the back of your Student Entry Form

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Last Minute Reminders for Entries
Literature
Number each page. Write the student’s name on the BACK of each page in case pages become separated. Submit all literature entries in a manila
folder. Staple the required forms to the back of the Manila folder.

** Do Not Submit Mini DVDs or Mini CDs. They will not be accepted. **

Musical Composition
Student must state the length of playing time on their entry form and on their CD and the case. Entry may not exceed five (5) minutes. Entry must
be submitted on a CD with student’s name, grade division, state, and year on both CD and container. Pack the CD with the score (if required) in a
large envelope. Write the student’s name on the back of each page of the score in case pages become separated. Secure the required forms to
the outside of the envelope with masking tape.

Dance Choreography
Entry must be submitted must submit an on DVD or CD. Submit the DVD or CD in a plastic or cardboard container; identify both the DVD/CD and
the container with the student’s name, grade division, state, and year. Pack the DVD/CD in a large envelope. Secure the Student Entry Form to the
outside of the envelope with masking tape. Reminder: The title, composer, and performer of any background music must be credited and
documented on the Student Entry Form

Film/Video Production
Entry must be submitted must submit an on DVD or CD. (The entry saved as a file on the CD/DVD, not as a CD/DVD movie.) Submit the CD or
DVD in a plastic or cardboard container; identify both the CD/DVD and the container with the student’s name, grade division, state, and year. Pack
the CD/DVD in a large envelope. Secure the Student Entry Form to the outside of the envelope with masking tape. Reminder: The title, composer,
and performer of any background music must be credited and documented on the Student Entry Form

From the National PTA Film/Video Production Rules: “The student submitting the entry must be the director, screenwriter, and cameraperson. If using a
computer, the student must do all of the work. If the student chooses to appear in the production, a camera on a tripod may be used. All storyboarding, editing,
etc., must be done by the student.”

** Do Not Submit Mini DVDs or Mini CDs. They will not be accepted. **

Photography and Visual Arts
Name of student and school written on back on art. Mount all pieces on a cardboard mat, poster board, or some other sturdy material.
*** You must state the dimensions of your piece
*** You must state/describe the medium (crayons, oil on canvas, etc.)/process used to create your piece

National Requirements for the Student Entry Form for Photography and Visual Arts Entries
Place the original signed Student Entry Form in a sheet protector and tape the sheet protector to the back of the artwork using masking tape. The
form is designed so that the sheet can be folded in half for judging purposes. Please do not tape the form directly to the artwork; make sure the
form is in a sheet protector. Taping the form directly to the artwork makes it difficult to photocopy the form without risking damaging the work.

State Requirements for the Student Entry Form for Photography and Visual Arts Entries
ALL VISUAL ART AND PHOTOGRAPHY entries must be wrapped in plastic wrap/plastic film. This requirement is to protect the integrity, authenticity,
and hard work of the student’s entry as well as protect it during judging. Entries travel several miles during the various levels of judging and
without this protection, entries could be damaged. The plastic wrap is an inexpensive precaution for your student’s hard work. Plastic wrap/plastic
film also referred to as “Clear-Lay” can be found at craft stores in varying sizes. If you have questions on where to find plastic wrap/plastic film,
please contact the NCPTA Office at office@ncpta.org.

Be sure Student Entry Form is completely filled out and all required information has been provided.
*** DO NOT FORGET the Required Artist Statement

SEE “IS MY ENTRY READY” FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON SUMMITTING REQUIRED FORMS (STUDENT
ENTRY/STUDENT CHECKLIST/CONSENT FORM)

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2008–2009 PTA Reflections Program
GENERAL STUDENT PARTICIPATION RULES
Theme: “Wow!”
Students must adhere to the following general participation rules as well as the rules for their
specific arts area.

1. Theme
The theme for the 2008–2009 PTA Reflection Program is “Wow!” Only new pieces of artwork
inspired by the theme are acceptable.

2. Student Eligibility through Local PTAs
Students must participate in the Reflections Program through a local PTA/PTSA in good
standing. Parent groups not affiliated with the national PTA organization are not eligible to
sponsor this program. It is the responsibility of the state and local PTA/PTSA to determine each
student’s eligibility in the Reflections Program.

A student may develop an entry in or outside of school.

3. Grade Divisions
Students may enter the Reflections Program in the appropriate division for their grade. The
divisions are as follows:
• Primary: preschool–grade 2
• Intermediate: grades 3–5
• Middle/Junior: grades 6–8
• Senior: grades 9–12

If students do not fall under specific grade divisions, the national PTA organization suggests that
they be grouped as follows:
• Primary: up to age 7
• Intermediate: ages 8–10
• Middle/Junior: ages 11–13
• Senior: ages 14+

It is the responsibility of the local PTA/PTSA to determine the appropriate division if necessary.

4. Arts Areas
Students may submit works in any of the six arts areas:
• Literature
• Musical composition
• Photography
• Visual arts
• Dance choreography
• Film production

The national PTA organization does not limit the number of entries a student may submit. All
entries must include an artist statement that describes how the piece relates to the theme.

5. Children with Disabilities
PTA believes that each child with a disability should be provided a free and appropriate public
education. Therefore, the Reflections Program at the national level does not have a special
division for students with disabilities. The national PTA organization believes it is the right of
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parents to place their child in the Reflections Program grade division that best reflects the child’s
developmental age. However, guidelines for state and local Reflections Programs may vary.
Check with your state PTA for its guidelines.

6. Deadlines
Each student must submit his or her work by the deadline established by his or her local
PTA/PTSA. Each local PTA/PTSA sponsoring the program will set a deadline for entries in
adherence with the state, district, and council needs. These entries are judged, and the selected
works are forwarded to the next level of judging (council, district, or state). Direct all questions
regarding deadlines or rules to your state PTA or state arts chair. The national PTA organization
does not have deadlines for local, council, district, or state PTAs.

7. Judging
All national entries are judged on artistic merit, creativity, and interpretation of the theme.

The Reflections Program makes no restriction on content or subject in artwork. Students who are
submitting entries need to meet school and/or local and state PTA standards. Judges review
entries based upon creativity, artistic merit, and interpretation of the theme.

Each PTA determines its own judges for the program. Under no conditions may parents or
students contact the judges to dispute the status of an entry. All decisions of judges are final.

8. Award Recipient Notification
State arts chairs will notify students who receive national recognition. State arts chairs will submit
original photography and visual arts pieces to the national PTA organization for the creation of
the Reflections Program Gallery on the PTA national website. Any artworks, awards, or
certificates returned to the national PTA office due to insufficient or incorrect addresses will be
mailed to the appropriate state office.

9. Further Information
Only your state PTA office and state PTA arts chair can provide you with information about your
state’s Reflections Program rules and deadlines.

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2008–2009 PTA Reflections Program
FILM PRODUCTION
Theme: “Wow!”
Students must adhere to the general participation rules as well as the following
Film Production Rules and State Guidelines.

Description
A film production entry must be an original work of fiction or nonfiction relating to the current
Reflections Program theme. Entries may be with or without sound.

The student submitting the entry must be the director, screenwriter, and cameraperson. If using
a computer, the student must do all of the work. If the student chooses to appear in the
production, a camera on a tripod may be used. All storyboarding, editing, etc., must be done
by the student.

Whether an entry uses a variety of techniques or a simple approach, it will be judged primarily
on how well the student uses his or her artistic vision to portray the theme. A well-developed
concept is more important than technique.

Categories
• Animation: Animation may be drawn; created from a collection of objects, clay, torn
paper, etc.; or computer-generated.
• Narrative: A story told through the images created on film or computer. (This is not the
same as a storyteller narrating an original story.)
• Documentary: Nonfiction documentation using narration, facts, and images.
• Experimental: Video that explores movement, light, and montage.
• Media presentations: Computer-generated media presentations must be completely
original, and the student must do all the work. Cutting and pasting from other sources is
not permitted.
• PowerPoint presentations will not be accepted. Students must adhere to copyright laws.
Software should be used only to enhance and present the work of the student. Due to the
fact that most graphic elements of PowerPoint presentations are copyrighted clip art, use
of this program is prohibited.

Originality
Each entry must be the original work of one student only. An adult may not alter the creative
integrity of a student’s work. Because the program is designed to encourage and recognize
each student’s individual creativity, help from an adult or collaboration with other students is not
allowed. Use of copyrighted material other than music is prohibited.

Plagiarism is defined as taking and using another person’s ideas, writings, or inventions as one’s
own. Plagiarized entries will be disqualified and returned to the students.

Students have the option of placing the titles of their works on the Student Entry Form and
must answer a few questions about how they created their works (see Required Information).

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Return of Artwork
The national PTA office does not return film production entries.

Judging
All national entries are judged on artistic merit, creativity, and interpretation of the theme. Due to
the diversity of film styles, the interpretation of the theme is weighted very heavily in judging.

Music
The title, composer, and performer of any background music must be credited and
documented on the Student Entry Form. If the connection to the theme is expressed in the
song choice, this should be explained in the artist statement.

Presentation
• Entries may not exceed five minutes.
• The film should directly relate to the theme.
• The student submitting the entry is not required to appear in the video.
• Submissions should be in one of the following file formats:
⎯ .MPG / .MPEG
⎯ .MOV / .QT (Quicktime Video)
⎯ .WMV (Windows Media Video)
• Entries should be submitted on CD or DVD. The entry should be saved as a file on the
CD/DVD, not as a CD/DVD movie.
• Submit the CD or DVD in a plastic or cardboard container; identify both the CD/DVD
and the container with the student’s name, grade division, state, and year.
• Pack the CD/DVD in a large envelope.
• Secure the Student Entry Form to the outside of the envelope with masking tape.

Recommendations for Quality Recordings
• Use a tripod to hold the camera still.
• Make sure there is plenty of lighting, especially if shooting indoors.
• Think about sound. Use an extra microphone (boom mike) if needed. Turn off all noise-
making devices in the room (air conditioners, fans, telephones, etc.).

Required Information
On the Student Entry Form, please answer the following:
• Who appears in your film? (It is suggested that you gain parental consent for any
minors who appear in your film.)
• Was a computer used? If so, name the software and hardware.
• Was any background music used? If so, credit the music.

Required Artist Statement
On the Student Entry Form, describe what inspired you to create this work and how it relates
to the theme. This is required for all grade divisions.