REFLECTIONS CULTURAL ARTS CONTEST
Entries due by 12/10/17 at 3pm in the Main Office
Entries due by 12/10/17 at 3pm in the Main Office
How Does It Work?
Create an Original Work
Only new and original works inspired by the theme: What Is Your Story? will be accepted. Enter in 1 or more of the following arts categories.
Submit Your Entry
Follow your school's PTA deadlines (ROMS deadline is 11/24/16) and instructions on how to enter. Your submission must include a completed and signed Student Entry Form.
In your artist statement, tell us about your work and what it means to you.
Judging Criteria
Volunteer arts and education experts review submissions without knowledge of the entrants’ identity. Judges look for personal interpretations on the program theme that best exemplify creativity and technical skill.
Awards & Prizes
Every participant is recognized for their work. Awards and prizes will vary by PTA. Learn about state-level and national-level awards and events.
Only new and original works inspired by the theme: What Is Your Story? will be accepted. Enter in 1 or more of the following arts categories.
- Dance Choreography
- Film Production
- Literature
- Music Composition
- Photography
- Visual Arts
Submit Your Entry
Follow your school's PTA deadlines (ROMS deadline is 11/24/16) and instructions on how to enter. Your submission must include a completed and signed Student Entry Form.
In your artist statement, tell us about your work and what it means to you.
- How does your work relate to the theme?
- What is your personal connection to the theme?
- What did you use to create your work (e.g. supplies, technology, instrumentation, props, etc.)?
- What/Who was your inspiration?
Judging Criteria
Volunteer arts and education experts review submissions without knowledge of the entrants’ identity. Judges look for personal interpretations on the program theme that best exemplify creativity and technical skill.
- Interpretation: How closely the piece relates to the theme, based on the artwork itself and the artist statement.
- Creativity: How creative and original the piece is in its conception of the theme and its presentation.
- Technique: The level of skill demonstrated in the basic principles/techniques of the arts area.
Awards & Prizes
Every participant is recognized for their work. Awards and prizes will vary by PTA. Learn about state-level and national-level awards and events.
