Express Yourself with Reflections

The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost student confidence and success in the arts and in life.

Unleash your creativity and let your imagination shine! The National PTA's Reflections program is back, offering our Colts a unique chance to express themselves through art. Whether your child loves to paint, draw, dance, write, or compose music, this is their moment to explore their thoughts, feelings, and ideas through their own original creations.

This long-standing program is more than just an art contest—it's an opportunity for students to develop artistic literacy, build confidence, and discover a lifelong passion for the arts. Each year, over 300,000 students from Pre-K to Grade 12 participate nationwide, responding to a special student-created theme.

Encourage your little artists to join in and take part in a tradition that's been inspiring young minds for over 50 years. Let's boost their confidence and celebrate the incredible talent within our Craig Elementary community!

What My Culture Means To Me

The 2026–2027 PTA Reflections theme, “What My Culture Means to Me,” invites students to explore and celebrate the traditions, people, experiences, and communities that help shape who they are. Culture can include family traditions, food, music, language, celebrations, shared values, and everyday experiences.

Students can share what culture means to them through Dance Choreography, Music Composition, Literature, Photography, Film Production, or Visual Arts. Whether celebrating a family tradition, honoring their heritage or community, or sharing something uniquely their own, every student has a story to tell.

Digital copies of artwork and entry forms are highly preferred and can be emailed to reflections.craig@gmail.com. However, physical copies may be turned into the box at Ms. Gregory's desk at the front office.

All Reflections entries are due Friday, November 6, 2026.

We can’t wait to see our students’ creativity and learn what culture means to them!

Click the link below for guidelines & entry form.

Entry FormArt Guidelines for Each Category

Prizes

This year, we’re excited to recognize our Reflections winners in a special way! First-place winners in each category will receive a trophy, while second-place winners will be awarded medals. We hope this adds an extra layer of celebration for our talented students and their creative achievements.

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