Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that has inspired millions of students for over 50 years. Each year, students reflect on a theme and create original works of art in one or more categories:
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Dance Choreography |
originally choreographed dance composition.
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Film Production |
original works, with or without sound, of animation, narrative, documentary, experimental or music video/film. |
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Literature |
works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, prose, drama, short stories and lyrics. |
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Music Composition |
original musical composition, with or without words. |
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Photography |
color or black and white, included techniques: photogram, negative sandwich, and multiple exposure.
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Visual Art |
drawing, painting in tempera, oil, acrylic, watercolor & t-shirt paints, computer generated art, two-dimensional collage, printmaking, needlework & leather tooling. |
Entry Guidelines
2025-26 Accessible Arts Division* | en español
2025-26 Dance Choreography Rules | en español
2025-26 Film Production Rules | en español
2025-26 Literature Rules | en español
2025-26 Music Composition | en español
2025-26 Photography Rules | en español
2025-26 Visual Arts Rules | en español
*Accessible Arts Division - An option for students with disabilities who may receive services under IDEA or Section 504 of the ADA. This division provides opportunities and accommodations to ensure all students can participate fully.
Questions? Email us at reflectionsihptsa@gmail.com
Theme Search Contest
Each year, National PTA selects a new theme for a future Reflections program. The student who submits the winning idea receives $100 and their theme presented at the annual National PTA Convention.
Washington State PTA (WSPTA) runs its own contest to select state entries for the national theme search. 📅 Deadline: November 3, 2025 Click here to submit entry.