Explore the Arts and Express Yourself

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National 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, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-created 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.

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The 2024-2025 Reflections theme: Accepting Imperfection

Explore the 2024-2025 theme, Accepting Imperfection, and use discussion questions

and art making activities to get inspired here.

Special thanks and congratulations to Paige Opaska from Barbara Bush Middle School PTA

in Texas who created this year's Reflections theme.
 

Register for the 2024-2025 Reflections Program

Let National PTA know you are participating in the 2024-2025 Reflections through your PTA! Your registration helps National PTA show the reach and impact of the program. Due to the large volume of registrants, you will not receive email confirmation.

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How to Participate 

PTA Reflections is largely managed on the state level, so participation in the program is based upon the specific forms, deadlines and guidelines which are required by each state PTA. Students, families or PTA units interested in Reflections should follow the directions below. State PTAs interested in hosting a Reflections program should reach out to National PTA.

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Student Participants Connect with Local PTAs

 

Students or parents interested in participating in Reflections should begin by connecting with their local PTA. Students must participate through their local PTA and according to the forms, deadlines and requirements set by their state PTA. 

If you have questions or if your school or local PTA does not support the Reflections program, visit your state PTA Reflections website to understand what options for participation may be available to your family.

 

Not sure if your school has a PTA?

Check out your school's website, ask someone in your school's front office and/or use this Find My PTA Lookup Tool to learn more.

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PTA Units Follow State PTA Guidelines

 

PTAs looking to host a Reflections program should reach out to their State PTA. As Reflections is a state-run program, local, district, region and council PTAs should implement the program based upon the specific forms, deadlines and guidelines which are required by their state PTA.  

If your state PTA does not have program guidelines available, please reach out to your State PTA office and refer to our Reflections Leader Resources.

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Find your state PTA Reflections webpage.

Use this map to locate your state PTA Reflections webpage and find the information and resources necessary to host a Reflections program for your PTA community. ​

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