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Art Showcase 11.19.2025
PTA Reflection
The Reflections program, run by National PTA for over 50 years, encourages students from pre-K through grade 12 to express themselves through original works of art based on a student-created theme. Open to all grade levels and their families, the program promotes artistic growth, confidence, and a love of learning, with categories for different age groups and an Accessible Arts division for all students.
2024’s Theme “Accepting Imperfection” – Watch the video showcase here!
2025’s Theme “I BELONG”
Belonging means feeling accepted, valued, and connected—not just included. It provides security and support without needing to hide who we are, boosting confidence, resilience, and social skills. We find belonging in families, friendships, workplaces, cultural or faith groups, and even online. It grows from shared values and goals, but true belonging embraces differences, strengthening bonds and creating inclusive, resilient communities enriched by diversity.
Art Showcase Categories
Literature
(8.5×11, one-sided) & up to 2,000 words
Accepted forms of fiction and nonfiction include: prose, poetry, reflective essay, screen play and play script, narrative and short story. Collections of literary work are not accepted. Entrants may write in their primary language as long as an interpretive English translation is provided. Original illustrations are accepted, but only the writing is judged. Writing can be handwritten or typed
Photography
Print: 3×5 to 8×10″ Digital: at least 640x960px & 300 dpi resolution
Photo must be a single print/digital image. Collages, collections of photos and/or photos with added graphics are not accepted. Entrant must be the photographer and may use a variety of digital editing techniques.
Visual Arts
2D or 3D. 2D to not exceed 24×30″
Works of both fine and design arts in 2D or 3D formats are accepted. See guidelines for specifics. 2D artworks must not exceed 24×30 inches, including matting and must include at least one digital image of artwork. 3D artwork must contain 3 digital images of artwork at different angles. Accepted file formats: JPEG, JPG, PNG
Accessible Arts
Option of either of the first 3 categories.
Ideal for students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504
Art Showcase Division
Primary – Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade
Intermediate – 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade
Accessible Arts – All Grades