What My Culture Means to Me - PTA Reflections Theme

PTA Reflections Contest: Explore the Arts and Express Yourself

This program is for students of all grades and their parents and caregivers.

National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. For over 50 years, Reflections has helped students explore their own thoughts, feelings and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence and find a love for learning. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boosts student confidence and success in the arts and in life.

2026-2027 Reflections theme:
“What My Culture Means to Me”

GRADE DIVISIONS

  • PRIMARY (PreK-Grade 2)

  • INTERMEDIATE (Grades 3-5)

  • MIDDLE SCHOOL (Grades 6-8)

  • HIGH SCHOOL (Grades 9-12)

  • ACCESSIBLE ARTS (All Grades)

ART CATEGORIES

  • DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY

  • FILM PRODUCTION

  • LITERATURE

  • MUSIC COMPOSITION

  • PHOTOGRAPHY

  • VISUAL ARTS

** Student Entries are Due by Thursday, December 3, 2026.

For more information, visit the Virginia PTA Reflections Website.

PTA Reflections Contest flyer: what my culture means to me