PTA's "Reflections" Arts Program

“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:

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.

Click here to see the California winners of the 2024-2025 Reflections Art Program.

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Submission Form

Categories/Rules

Six submission categories: Dance Choreography, Literature, Photography, Film Production, Music Composition, Visual Arts. See here for the rules for each category. Each entry must contain a title and all entries must include an artist statement. The artist statement communicates what inspired the work, how it relates to the theme, and the content of the work. The statement must include at least 10 words and not exceed 100 words.

Timeline

The school submission deadline - Oct, 23
School showcase - end of October
County showcase (Walnut Creek Intermediate Library) - December

What’s in it for Your Child?

Fun for All: Every participant will experience the joy that comes with making art!

Skill Building: Students learn to express themselves imaginatively, think critically about this year’s theme, and gain confidence through participation and recognition.

Special Recognition: Up to 30 JM students will be included in an area-wide showcase in Walnut Creek and receive a beautiful ribbon for participation. Some entries may be chosen by our area PTA governing body, Las Trampas Creek Council ("LTCC"), to advance to state and national levels of competition.

Awards and Recognition

Every participating JM student will be recognized by our PTA, with the opportunity for local, state and national awards and recognition through the California Parent Teachers Association ("CAPTA") and the national PTA. Up to 30 JM students will be eligible to participate in an arts and awards showcase to be held in early December at the Walnut Creek Intermediate School.