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2014-2015 Reflections Program
Theme: “The World Would Be a Better Place If…”
Duval County Council of PTAs Winning Entries
Reflections is a nationwide arts appreciation and recognition program for students in grades PK-12. The program allows students to express themselves artistically based on a common theme. The theme for the 2014-2015 school year was “The world would be a better place if…”
Entries were judged on Interpretation of Theme, Artistic Merit, Creativity, and Mastery of Medium. Each entry was accompanied by an artist statement to describe the student’s interpretation on the theme.
In Duval County, we had 20 PTAs participating in this year’s Program. 680 entries were judged and recognized at the school PTA level. Of that, 242 entries were judged at the County level, 58 entries were forwarded to Florida PTA for the State level for competition. Seven entries were forwarded to the National PTA where 2 were nationally recognized. The number of Duval County entries recognized at the state and national level is more than twice that of the last few years.
For each art category in each grade division, three entries earned the Award of Excellence. These entries have been forwarded to the State Reflections program. Also in each art category in each grade division, up to five entries received Honorable Mention with the Award of Merit.
This year, Duval County has the winner of the nation-wide Theme Search contest. Brianna Eisman, from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts was one of five students forwarded by Florida PTA to the National PTA for consideration for the 2016-2017 theme. She went on to win the nation-wide theme search. Her winning theme for 2016-17 is “What is Your Story?”
We are very proud of all participants and hope that they feel proud of a job very well done.
DCCPTA wishes to thank all of the Local Unit Reflections Chairs, parents, and volunteers for their extensive support of our students throughout this program. Also, a big thank you to all of the judges in each art category who volunteered their time and expertise to allow so many students’ efforts and hard work to be recognized far beyond their local schools.
Congratulations to all of our students!
Congratulations to all of the Schools and students that participated in this year’s Reflections program!
Here is the list of winners at the County level.
For each grade division, three entries were given the Award of Excellence; these entries have been forwarded to the State Reflections program for judging at the state level. We will keep you apprised if any entries advance to National PTA for judging in the late Spring.
Duval County Council of PTAs is holding the PTA Reflections Program Reception and Awards Ceremony, Friday, May 6, 2016, Reception at 6:00 pm, Awards Ceremony begins at 6:30 pm. honoring the State and County Winners of the 2015-2016 National PTA Reflections Program “Let Your Imagination Fly”. The event will be held at Atlantic Coast High School, Performing Arts Center (located on the backside of the high school), 9735 R.G. Skinner Parkway, Jacksonville, Florida 32256.
If you would like to see the complete state winners list Click Here.
April 26 – End of The Year Awards Deadline
For a complete listing of general PTA awards and their requirements go to: DCCPTA Award Info 2015-2016. Please note the DUE DATE for all DCCPTA awards:
- Award applications – including History books and electronic History submissions – are due at the April General Meeting, Tuesday April 26 from 8:30 am to NOON, outside the Cline Auditorium at the School Board. Do not drop off anything at the School Board except on Tuesday April 26th 8:30 am to NOON. There is no one at the School Board Building to accept awards on behalf of PTA.
- If one is unable to make deliver that day, please contact awards@dccpta.org to arrange a possible pick-up date/time before Tuesday April 26th.
- Award applications MAY BE MAILED – AT YOUR OWN RISK – to our P.O. Box. However, the awards must be received by 5:00 pm THE DAY BEFORE THE GENERAL MEETING. (This year, that date is Monday, April 25.)
- We cannot accept late entries because judging begins on several of the awards immediately following the April General Meeting.
| Month | Date | Meetings | Time | Location |
| May | May 16 | Presidents’ and Principals’ Luncheon | 11:30 a.m. | UNF |
Duval County Council PTA Awards Information and Forms
ATTENTION: DCCPTA is reviewing the award requirements for the upcoming 2018-2019 school year. Please check back here in September for up-to-date information!
Right Foot Award
A special award is presented to PTAs that complete important tasks to get your PTA off to a good start. The Right Foot Award is due November 1st. For more information and the application go to: Right Foot Award Application
End of The Year Awards
For a complete listing of general PTA awards and their requirements go to: DCCPTA Award Information. Please note the DUE DATE for all DCCPTA awards:
- Award applications – including History books and electronic History submissions – are due at the April General Meeting, Tuesday April 24 from 8:30 am to NOON, outside the Cline Auditorium at the School Board. Do not drop off anything at the School Board except on Tuesday April 24th 8:30 am to NOON. There is no one at the School Board Building to accept awards on behalf of PTA.
- Award applications MAY BE MAILED – AT YOUR OWN RISK – to our P.O. Box. However, the awards must be received by 5:00 pm THE DAY BEFORE THE GENERAL MEETING. (This year, that date is Monday, April 23.)
- We cannot accept late entries because judging begins on several of the awards immediately following the April General Meeting.
PTA / PTSA Leadership Workshop Award: Click Here to learn more about the NEW – PTA / PTSA Leadership Workshop Award
DCCPTA Award Application Forms
— POSTED 1/8/16
Advocacy Award
Florida PTA Awards Program
Click here to find the complete offering of state PTA awards. The Florida PTA award deadline is May 1
Honorary State Life Membership Award
An Honorary State Life Membership is given for meritorious and outstanding service on behalf of children and youth. For $75, the Recipient will receive a Certificate, Pin and Wallet ID Card. For a Leatherette Frame (add $7.00).
Memorials
An appropriate acknowledgement will be mailed to the honoree or to the family of the deceased informing them of your gift to the Florida PTA. The amount is not mentioned. Unless otherwise specified, the net proceeds from your contribution will go into the Scholarship Fund, after covering expenses. (AVAILABLE ALL YEAR). APPLY ONLINE through the Florida PTA website HERE.
National PTA School of Excellence Program
The National PTA School of Excellence program deadline is Oct. 1. This program is a recognition program that supports and celebrates partnerships between PTA and schools. Click Here to learn more about the National PTA School of Excellence Program. Contact National PTA by email at Excellence@PTA.org or by phone at (800) 307-4782.
DCCPTA’s Fall Leadership Workshops will be held September ??, 2016 from 8:30 am – 1:00 pm.
Sample DCCPTA invites to Winter Leadership Training Workshops and ESE Fair
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Awards
History Book Info & Award Form Fall 2013
Business Partners
Business Partners – DCC PTA class Fall 2015
Communication
Public Speaking Workshop January 2016
PTA Computer & Communication Tips January 2016
PTA Photo Communication Tips January 2016
Creating Effective Newsletters Fall 2014
Marla Bryant Presentation on Facebook Communications Fall 2014
Executive Board
Your Executive Board Playing by the rules Sept 2014
Your Executive Board Playing by the rules Fall 2013
Fundraising
Health & Safety
Bonding and Addiction PowerPoint
Leadership
PTA Leadership Training Program
Handouts For PTA Leadership Training Program
Behavior-Style Evaluation 061616
Example of Team Ground Rules 061616
SMART Goal Help Worksheet 061616
Volunteer Position Description Worksheet 061616
Webmaster Job Description 061616
Understand the Conflict Worksheet 061616
Leadership Activity
Build The Best Tower Team Activity
Membership
Membership: Recipe for Success
Presidents
DCCPTA Pres Training June 2015
President Transition Checklist 2014
ElectionofOfficers-Script 2014
DCCPTA Presidents Training Sept 2014
President’s Training – Fall 2013
Programs
PTA Male-bership June 2015
PTA Programs PP Fall 2014
PTA Increasing your Male-bership 2014
All Pro Dad
Increasing Male Involvement in Schools Fall 2013
Reflections
Reflections Workshop Sept 2015 Handouts Fall 2015
Reflections Workshop Handouts Sept 2014
Step by Step Guide to Online Registration 2014
Reflections Workshop Presentation 2014
Treasurers – Finance
Treasurers Top Ten Tasks – Sept 2014
DCCPTA Treasurer’s Training Fall 2013
End Of Year Treasurer’s Checklist
Vision Screening
Vision Screening Basics Fall 2013