Congratulations to the most resent winner of the Annual Theme Search Contest, Ben Morgan from Lewis and Clark Middle School PTSA in Idaho. The winning theme for 2025-2026 is:
"I Belong!"
As winner, Ben will receive $100 from National PTA and his theme will be used to inspire hundreds of thousands of artists across the nation as they participate in the PTA Reflections art program. Congratulations to Ben and Idaho State PTA on this achievement!
Thank you again to all participating Texas students! Start brainstorming now on which future themes you plan to recommend. The entry form link is available now below! Remember, there is no limit to how many different themes you may enter.
2025-2026 PSHS PTSA Reflections Art Entry Deadline will be in November 2025 (exact date will be shared later in 2025)
Reflections has been a staple arts program in many schools for over 50 years. Through the efforts of our Local PTAs, millions of students have found a creative outlet in the areas of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts.
With positive recognition as the focus of this program, rather than competition, students of all ages and abilities can experience the benefits of creative expression and help in finding their own voice in telling their unique story.
Started in 1969 by Mary Lou Anderson, then Colorado PTA President, Reflections has grown to be one of the largest nationwide programs of its kind, with more than 200,000 students participating annually.
Categories Include:
Literature
Fiction or nonfiction, prose, poetry, drama or short story.
(must not exceed 2,000 words or 8 ½ x 11 inches)
Visual Arts
Original print, drawing, painting, collage, photographic collage, metal etching or punch work, fiber work or computer-generated artwork.
(must be flat, not more than 3/8 inches thick, maximum size 24 x 30 inches including a mat)
Photography
Original black-and-white or color image, single print or collage.
(maximum size 11 x 14 inches including a mat)
Musical Composition
Voice, instruments or a combination of both, with or without lyrics.
(maximum time 5 minutes, a CD recording of a performance of the composition should be submitted)
Dance Choreography
Original dance choreographed by the student with up to 3 dancers.
(maximum time 5 minutes, should be submitted on a CD or DVD)
Film Production
Original work, animation, narrative, documentary, experimental, computer-generated
(no PowerPoint, maximum time 5 minutes, CD or DVD)
Reflections is always a PTA Member benefit!
The student or at least one person from their primary household must be a current member of the Local PTA/PTSA where the student is participating. Each Local PTA/PTSA may determine a date by which the member must join.
Entry Forms and Rules:
Students should download the Program Rules to ensure their art meets the requirements for each art category. Each entry must be accompanied by a completed Student Entry form.
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Student Program Rules Packet
(updated rules will be provided later in 2025)
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English | Spanish |
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Student Entry Form
(updated entry form will be provided later in 2025)
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English | Spanish |
Find out more at:
https://www.txpta.org/reflections
Visit the 2023-2024 Reflections Gallery to see examples of entries from last year. Please note: the 2024-2025 Reflections Gallery will be linked as soon as it is available.
For questions regarding Reflections, please contact Katherine Hoak at reflections@planoseniorptsa.org
