The Reflections Program is a National PTA and Washington State PTA cultural arts competition. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for students to use their creative talents by expressing themselves through their own original works.

Students of all ages and abilities may participate and explore the arts based on the 2023-2024 theme: I am hopeful because....

4 LEVELS OF RECOGNITION:
Leota Middle School -> District (Northshore) -> Washington State PTA -> National PTA

Rule Highlights

• Each entry must be the original work of one student only.
• An adult may not alter the creative integrity of a student’s work (except for the special artist category).
• Each entry must have a title and an artist statement. The artist Statement must be at least 1 sentence and no more than 100 words. In the artist statement, students should tell us about their work and what it means to them.
• How does your work relate to the theme?
• What is your personal connection to the theme?
• What did you use to create your work (e.g. supplies, technology, instruments, props, etc.)? 
• What/Who was your inspiration?
• Entries are judged by local artists. Student names are hidden for judging. 
• Students may only submit one work per category, however they can submit an entry for as many categories as they'd like.
• The Special Artist division is an option for students with disabilities who receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504 to have the opportunity and accommodations they may need in order to participate fully in the program. The Special Artist Division offers modified rules and guidelines to ensure that every student has the chance to be part of the National PTA Reflections® program. Download the Special Artist Rules/Guidelines.

How to Participate

Calling all student artists! It's time for the annual PTA Reflections Art Program! Create an original work of art in response to this year's theme: "Show Your Voice." Students may submit their completed works in any, or all, of the arts categories:

• Dance Choreography
• Film Production
• Literature
• Music Composition
• Photography
• Visual Arts

Printed copies of the entry forms and competition guidelines are also available upon request. Email the Reflections Co-Chairs at reflections@leotaptsa.com. 

Learn more about the Reflections program on the state PTA webpage