smac pta
reflections
art contest
PTA Reflections is a nationally acclaimed student recognition program to encourage artistic creativity in the classroom and at home. Students of all grades and abilities may participate and explore the arts based on the current year's theme.
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2024-2025 Theme:
"Accepting Imperfection"
NATIONAL PTA REFLECTIONS WINNER
OLIVIA GARZA,
SM South Sophomore
Olivia’s Film Production, “After Tragedy”, interpreting the 2023-2024 contest theme, “I Am Hopeful Because…”, demonstrated creative expression and talented technical skills.
Olivia is awarded $800; a Gold Medal, a Certificate, along with her piece being featured in the National PTA virtual exhibition; and the Shawnee Mission South PTSA is also awarded $200, by National PTA.
CONGRATULATIONS, OLIVIA!!
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Outstanding Interpretation Award
Click below to get on the district mailing list for updates and resources to run your school's program.
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CHAIRS WORKSHOP:
(downloadable presentation file)
It's easy to implement the Reflections program at your school. Want to learn more? Check out this guide for an overview of what's involved:
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2024-2025 resources:
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2024-2025 Dates:
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september 4:
local launch
Launch the contest in your school (suggested)
October 15:
local deadline
Student entry due date for your school (suggested)
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november 2:
district deadline
Turn in your winning school entries to SMAC Reflections Chairs
Physical materials:
Panera, 8300 Mission Road, Prairie Village, KS 66206
Entry form info: submit one Google form per winner
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Creative files: upload to Google drive
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december 5:
reflections open house
Learn the results of the District judging and enjoy a showcase of local school winners
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january 5:
state deadline
District winners entered in state contest (by SMAC Reflections Chairs)
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JANUARY 2025 (TBD):
Reflections SMSD/SMAC PTA Awards Ceremony and Board of Education (BOE) recognition
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Shawnee Mission area council award of excellence winners
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Check out
the videos!