Episode Notes:This episode dives into the amazing Utah PTA Reflections program, a national art competition for students.Hosts:Mike Williams, Director of Communications, Utah PTAAngelee Aedo, Family Life Commissioner, Utah PTACammy Whitchurch, Community Engagement Commissioner, Utah PTAGuest:Rebecca Pitts, Utah PTA Reflections SpecialistDiscussion Points:What is Reflections? (01:23)An art competition with seven categories (visual arts, photography, literature, music composition, film production, dance choreography)Students can enter one piece per category.Utah is a national leader in participation, often having the most national winners per capita.Utah piloted some new categories, including 3D visual arts.The Theme (04:32)Each year has a different theme students use to inspire their artwork.The theme is chosen through a national process with suggestions from each state.This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection."Next year's theme will be "I Belong."Judging the Artwork (07:12)40% of the score comes from how well the artwork reflects the theme.Entries are judged anonymously based on originality, creativity, and mastery of skill.Anyone 18 or older can be a judge, regardless of formal qualifications.Judges with experience in the specific category are preferred for higher levels of competition.Reflections Before Online Submissions (12:23)Entering Reflections used to be a complex process requiring physical submissions.Now, entries are submitted online, making it more accessible.The Utah PTA website offers translation tools to support diverse participants.The Judging Process Today (15:12)Reflections requires three judges per entry for fairness.Judges have flexibility to review entries at their own pace.The goal is to provide a fair and positive experience for all students.Copyright Considerations (21:23)Entries cannot focus on copyrighted materials (e.g., logos, characters).It's best to avoid copyrighted materials altogether and focus on original creations.

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