It’s not too late, Bryant artists! Deadline extended for the National PTA Reflections arts program and contest to November 13!

Bryant students, there’s still time to show off your creativity! Enter your masterpiece in the National PTA Reflections art program and contest. All entrants are invited to celebrate together at Bryant’s annual Reflections Showcase event in December and select students will be recognized at the city, and possibly state or even national levels of Reflections competition.

How it works: Create and submit original works of art in the categories of Visual Arts, Literature (fiction and poetry as well as essays), Photography, Film Production, Music Composition, and Dance Choreography. This year’s theme is “Accepting Imperfection.” Entries must include an Artist Statement explaining how the artwork connects to the theme. 

Deadline for entries is now November 13, 2024.

Student Entry Form is below. Contact silvervanja@yahoo.com with questions.

 

More details and the rules for each category are included below (be sure to read!):

*The Accessible Arts Division is for students with disabilities who receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 to have the opportunity and accommodations they may need in order to participate fully in the program.

 

Contact Vanya at silvervanja@yahoo.com with questions or for more information on Reflections.

The 2024-2025 Annual Campaign Has Begun!

Click here to participate in the Annual Campaign!

Goal: 100% Participation!*

Last year, Bryant achieved 97% participation! 

Bryant classes that reach 100% participation win a free recess!

All Bryant students deserve the best possible education and the brightest future. 

Your gift provides: 

  • Reading & math specialists + tutors for students needing early and continued support
  • Enrichment opportunities in arts, music, technology & library which expand education beyond math, reading and science
  • Classroom assistance, supplies, & field-trip support for teachers that request it
  • Community-building & academic events that connect Bryant families to each other
  • Support for our Bryant community & beyond including families and schools in need

*No donation required to participate. Select the option at the link above.

Please join us in supporting our students!

Bryant PTSA

Call for Entries: National PTA Reflections arts program and contest

Bryant students, it’s time to show off your creativity! Enter your masterpiece in the National PTA Reflections art program and contest. All entrants are invited to celebrate together at Bryant’s annual Reflections Showcase event in December and select students will be recognized at the city, and possibly state or even national levels of Reflections competition.

 

How it works: Create and submit original works of art in the categories of Visual Arts, Literature (fiction and poetry as well as essays), Photography, Film Production, Music Composition, and Dance Choreography. This year’s theme is “Accepting Imperfection.” Entries must include an Artist Statement explaining how the artwork connects to the theme. 

Deadline for entries is November 6, 2024.

 

Student Entry Form is below. Contact silvervanja@yahoo.com with questions.

 

More details and the rules for each category are included below (be sure to read!):

*The Accessible Arts Division is for students with disabilities who receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 to have the opportunity and accommodations they may need in order to participate fully in the program.

 

Contact Vanya at silvervanja@yahoo.com with questions or for more information on Reflections.

The Annual Campaign is Coming Soon!

SAVE THE DATE, the Bryant PTSA Annual Campaign is
coming October 14th – 27th!

The Annual Campaign is the only direct appeal for funds each year, funding over 75% of all Bryant PTSA expenses. Your tax-deductible donation helps the PTSA provide academic support and enrichment for all Bryant students, including:

• Reading Specialists + Tutors
• Librarian Teacher and Tech Lab Assistants
• Artist-in-Residence
• Recess Supervision

Please keep your eye out for a letter coming home with your child on Thursday October 10th requesting your participation in the Bryant Annual Campaign.  

Our goal is 100% participation!* Last year we reached 97% participation!  Each class that reaches 100% participation earns a FREE RECESS!

 *Gifts of any amount are valued. No donation required to participate.    

Calling all student artists, writers, filmmakers, dancers, photographers, composers!

Do you have kids who enjoy art, music, and dance or have an interest in writing, producing films, and taking photos? Encourage them to have fun and unleash their inner artist by entering PTA Reflections! All participants will celebrate together at our annual Bryant Showcase in December and have the chance to be recognized at the city, state, and even national levels!
 
To participate, students submit original works of art on a set theme in the categories of Visual Arts, Literature (fiction and poetry as well as essays), Photography, Film Production, Music Composition, and Dance Choreography.
 
This year’s theme is “Accepting Imperfections”
 
To learn more about Reflections visit: https://www.pta.org/home/programs/reflections
 and watch this space for more info on how to submit artwork soon! 
 
The Reflections Team

2024-25 Meeting Schedule

Meetings are Tuesdays at 7pm in the Bryant Elementary Library, unless otherwise noted. 

* denotes General Membership Meetings. All PTSA Members and Bryant families are encouraged to attend. Agenda includes items of general interest.

September 12, 2024
Minutes | Budget | Treasurer Overview

October 8, 2024*
Minutes | Budget | September Financials    

November 12, 2024
Minutes | Budget | October Financials |Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Year End Report

December 10, 2024
Minutes | Budget | November Financials 

January 14, 2025
Minutes| Budget | December Financials

February 11, 2025
Minutes | Budget| January Financials

March 11, 2025*
Minutes | Budget | February Financials

April 8, 2025
Minutes | Budget | March Financials | Budget Highlights 

May 13, 2025
Minutes | Budget | April Financials | Budget Highlights | 2025-2026 Bryant PTSA Proposed Budget | Proposed Budget Narrative

June 10, 2025*
Minutes | Budget Documents: • Budget Spreadsheet • Cash Schedule • Budget Summary