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:

	Dance Choreography	originally choreographed dance composition.
	Film Production	original works, with or without sound, of animation, narrative, documentary, experimental or music video/film.
	Literature	works of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, prose, drama, short stories and lyrics.
	Music Composition	original musical composition, with or without words.
	Photography	color or black and white, included techniques: photogram, negative sandwich, and multiple exposure.
	Visual Art	drawing, painting in tempera, oil, acrylic, watercolor & t-shirt paints, computer generated art, two-dimensional collage, printmaking, needlework & leather tooling.

1. Review the entry guidelines for your category
2. Create your original work based on this year’s theme
3. Download and complete the Reflections Student Entry Form.
4. Submit your entry (form + project) to the PCMS office between Monday, October 20 - Friday, October 24. Deadline is 4pm on Oct 30, 2026.

Official Entry Form, Rules & Guidelines

Entries are judged on creative ability and interpretation of the theme. Please submit artwork that adheres to the following rules and guidelines and don't forget the required Student Entry form.  

Questions? Email our VP of Programs & Events

Previous winners

2019-20 Results 

2021-2022 Results

2019-20 Result 

2024-25 Results

2025-26 Results

Reflections Program is a National PTA and Washington State PTA cultural arts competition, whose sole purpose is to provide opportunities for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves in original art.