PTA Reflections Art Program

 Started in 1969 by the Colorado PTA President Mary Lou Anderson, Reflections has encouraged millions of students to express themselves by giving positive recognition for their artistic efforts. Students in preschool through grade 12 may create and submit works of art in six categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, musical composition, photography, and visual arts. Any PTA with Active Status is eligible to sponsor Reflections on their campus.

2026-2027 Reflections Theme: What My Culture Means to Me

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Greentree Students and Families,

Get ready to show off your creativity! The PTA is excited to invite all Greentree students
to participate in this year’s Reflections program — a wonderful opportunity for students
to express themselves through the arts.

Whether your child loves to write, dance, create music, take pictures, make films, or
design artwork, Reflections is a chance to let their imagination shine!

Entry Deadline: October 30

✅ Who Can Participate?
Students are eligible to enter if:
- They are in Preschool through 5th grade
- At least one person in their primary household is a current member of the Greentree
Elementary PTA
Students may enter one or more arts categories, and there is no limit to the number of
entries they may submit in a single category.

Reflections Categories

 Dance Choreography:  Solo and ensemble performances in all styles of dance are accepted.

Video entries must not exceed 5 minutes and 1 GB.

Film Production: Accepted film styles include animation, narrative, documentary, experimental, and
multimedia.
Video entries must not exceed 5 minutes and 1 GB.

Literature: Students may submit fiction or nonfiction, including prose, poetry, drama, reflective
essays, narratives, and short stories. Entries may be handwritten or typed.
Written entries must not exceed 2,000 words.

Music Composition: All musical styles and combinations of instruments are accepted. The student must be the composer and may also be the performer, or one of the performers.
Audio entries must not exceed 5 minutes and 1 GB.

Photography: Entries must be a single original print or digital image taken by the student. Collages,
collections of photos, and added graphics are not accepted. Digital editing techniques
may be used.

2D Visual Arts: Accepted forms of visual art include original prints, drawings, paintings, collages, metal
etching or punch work, fiber work, and computer-generated artwork.
Artwork may not exceed 24 x 30 inches, including the mat.

Accessible Arts Division: The Accessible Arts Division is open to students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA Section 504. Students in this division are
recognized and awarded as part of the Accessible Arts category.

Need Inspiration?
Families can visit the 2025–2026 Reflections Gallery to see examples of entries
recognized by Texas PTA, as well as last year’s State and National results.

Let Your Voice Shine! This is a wonderful way for students to express their creativity, share their talents, and tell their story through the arts. We can’t wait to see how our Greentree students bring this year’s theme to life!

❓ Questions?
Please contact: reflections@gtepta.com

Student Program Rules Packet

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