PTA Reflections
PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.
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Each year, students in Pre-K through Grade 12 reflect on a student-created theme and use that inspiration to create original works of art. This 50+ year-old program helps students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
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25-26 Reflections Theme:
I Belong
That’s the theme for the 2025-26 Reflections Art Program, which has been bringing the arts to life for more than 10 million students since 1969. California State PTA and its members, families and kids are on the forefront of this amazing program, which increases community awareness of the importance of arts in education.
Reflections encourages students of all ages to:
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Unleash creative talents and be inspired
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Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
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Experience the fun and joy of making art
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Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
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Receive positive recognition for their original works of art.
Click here to see the California winners of the 2024-2025 Reflections Art Program from California State PTA
CLICK HERE to see the 2024-2025 SMMPTA Reflections gallery and the extraordinary work done by students in our district!
Categories
There are six arts categories in Reflections – dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts. Students can participate in one or more categories, and most schools allow multiple submissions in the same category. Rules and details about each category can be found at the bottom of this page or by clicking here.
Divisions
Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2), Intermediate (Grades 3-5), Middle School (Grades 6-8), High School (Grades 9-12), Accessible Arts* (Formerly called Special Artist; All grades welcome).
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*Students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 may enter in the Accessible Arts division or grade division most closely aligned to their support needs.
