Explore the Arts and Express Yourself

 

REFLECTIONS is a nationwide arts appreciation and recognition program for students. It is sponsored by the National PTA, and it takes place in the Fall. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.

 

Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them 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.

 

Reflections encourages students of all ages to:

  • Unleash creative talents and be inspired
  • Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
  • Experience the fun and joy of making art
  • Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
  • Receive positive recognition for their original works of art.

 

 


The theme for the 2023-24 Reflections Art Program is: 

“I am Hopeful Because…”

 

Grade divisions:

  • Primary (preschool-grade 2)
  • Intermediate (grades 3-5)
  • Middle/Junior (grades 6-8)
  • High School (Grades 9-12)
  • Special Artist: All grades welcome

art categories:

Film

 Film Production

 

Music

 Music Composition


 Visual ArtsVisual Arts

 

Dance Choreography

 Dance Choreography

 

Literature

 Literature

 

Photography

 Photography

 

HOW TO ENTER:

  • Have your child come up with an original idea for their entry around this year’s theme, “I am Hopeful Because...!”
  • Students submit their completed works of art in one or all of the available arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, Visual Arts.
  • See the rules for each Category:
  •  All entries must be submitted via the Google Form but have the originals ready to drop off at school if you are a first place winner.
  • Entries are due October 16, 2023 by 10 PM.

 Click to Submit Entry Here


Reflections 2023-2024 year's CV winners:

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View California PTA State Winners 2023

Congratulations to the 200+ student artists who received national level awards for their artwork inspired by the 2022-2023 theme: Show Your Voice!

 

2023 California PTA State Winners

 

Dance Choreography

Film Production

 

Literature 

 

Music Composition

 

Photography 

 

Visual Arts 

 

 


Participate in the Student’s Reflections Theme Search

To submit a student’s suggestions for a Reflections Program theme, complete the entry form and send it to California State PTA by November 1, 2023.
 
For the Student Theme Search Entry Form and to learn more, click here.

 

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Reflections@mycvpta.org

 

 

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