PTA



  • Reflections encourages students of all ages to:
    • Unleash creative talents and be inspired
    • Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
    • Experience the fun and joy of making art
    • Tap into critical-thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
    • Receive positive recognition for their original works of art.

    All Madrona students are invited to participate and submit original artwork in one of six areas:

    Dance Choreography
    Literature
    Photography
    Film Production
    Music Composition
    Visual Arts.

    General Information and Forms

    Students are responsible for following the PTSA Reflections guidelines & for turning in a complete registration form.

    This year's deadline is October 4, 2024

    General & Category Rules: https://capta.org/programs-events/reflections/general-rules/
    Student Registration Form: https://capta.org/resource/participant-forms/

    Submissions Format and Mounting Requirements

    Be sure you closely follow the CAPTA directions for your art category (Visual Arts, Film, etc…) found here: CAPTA Rules & Guidelines.These include:

    Visual Art or Photography
    -Mount your artwork (Visual Art or Photography) on black foam core or cardboard covered in black paper, using tape. ( See rules for 3D work on the capta website.)
    -Foam core mounting: use masking tape or other adhesive to mount artwork in center of foam core, make sure to have a 1-4 inch border of black showing, like a frame. (not to exceed size 24"x30" including border for Visual Arts, 11"x14" including border for photography). 
    -Remember to tape your Entry Form to the back of your mounted artwork! 
    -The Reflections committee will wrap your work with cellophane wrap.

    Literature
    -Must be submitted on 8.5"x11" paper and be up to 2,000 words. Visit CAPTA website for acceptable forms to submit.

    Music Composition, Dance Choreography, and Film 
    -Submissions must not exceed 5 minutes. Visit the CAPTA website for acceptable forms to submit.