Reflections
Reflections
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On this page you will find the details about the current year's National PTA arts recognition program called Reflections.
Questions can be directed to: Miriam Haile, reflections@sammamishptsa.org
About Reflections
About Reflections
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that 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 not only in school but in life.
The theme for the 2026-2027 program is “What My Culture Means to Me.”
Categories
Accessible Arts
Literature
Visual Arts
Submission deadline: Friday, November 20th, 2026, at 11:59pm PT
Rules and Guidelines
Rules and Guidelines
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition program that helps students explore their thoughts, feelings, ideas and develop artistic literacy. The theme for this year’s Reflections is “What My Culture Means to Me.”
Students are invited to submit original works in Accessible Arts, Literature, or Visual Arts. This is a great opportunity to submit your work and have it recognized. The top entries will advance to the district competition, with the potential to move on to state and nationals. The submission deadline is Friday, November 20th, 2026, at 11:59pm PT.
Accessible Arts Guidelines can be accessed here.
Literature Guidelines can be accessed here.
Visual Arts Guidelines can be accessed here.
Submission
Entries will need to reflect this year's theme “What My Culture Means to Me” in original work, title, and statement. Each entry must be the original work of one student only.
Literature Submission Requirements
• Only new pieces of artwork inspired by the theme may be submitted.
• Each entry must be the original work of one student only.
• Entry must not exceed 2,000 words.
• Handwritten and typed entries are accepted on 8.5x11 paper (one sided only). Number each page.
• Accepted file format: PDF.
Visual Arts Submission Requirements
• Only new pieces of artwork inspired by the theme may be submitted.
• Each entry must be the original work of one student only.
• 2D artwork (e.g., painting) must include at least one digital image of artwork for judging. Dimensions must not exceed 24x30 inches, including matting. Paper entries must be mounted on sturdy material. Framed artwork is not accepted.
• 3D artwork (e.g., sculpture) must include at least 3 photos of artwork at different angles. Artwork containing loose materials and/or requiring assembly/repair from transporting is not accepted.
• Accepted file formats: JPEG, JPG, PNG.
To submit an entry, please download the fillable online Student Entry Form and complete your information. The student entry form can be found here. Please email entry form, artist statement, and original work to reflections@sammamishptsa.org. In the email’s subject please include "Reflection submission - student name and grade".
Read more on the Washington State PTA Reflections program here
Questions? Email reflections@sammamishptsa.org
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