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2025-2026 Reflections Theme is "I Belong!"
Entries are due by October 8, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
2025-2026 Reflections Theme is "I Belong!"
Entries are due by October 8, 2025, at 11:59 PM.
The Reflections Arts program has been bringing the arts to life for more than 10 million students since 1969. California State PTA and its members, families, and kids are on the forefront of this amazing program, which increases community awareness of the importance of arts in education.
Reflections encourages students of all ages to:
Unleash creative talents and be inspired
Express themselves imaginatively in their artwork
Experience the fun and joy of making art
Tap into critical thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
Receive positive recognition for their original works of art.
How to Participate
How to Participate
All students attending PTA schools sponsoring the program are invited to participate and submit original artwork in one or all of six categories:
Remember, students must:
Participate through a local PTA.
Submit original artwork electronically using the Student Entry Form
Follow all deadlines, category guidelines*, and official rules.
Monterey Highlands Reflections Deadline: October 8, 2025.
*Category guidelines can be found under the “Understanding the Program” tab on the website and on the Student Entry Form in each arts category.
Physical Copies:
1st PLACE FINISH: Physical copies of your entries are required by the next level PTA. Please keep your physical copies and turn them in when requested.
Perks of Participation
Perks of Participation
Recognition ribbon for all participants
All participants will have a chance to win a gift card. Details coming soon.
Award ribbons for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners
1st place winners in each category get a medallion featuring this year's theme
Eligible 1st place winners also advance to the next contest level!
Stay tuned for more details on this year’s Participation Perks!
Divisions
Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade. Awards are offered in each category for each division.
Primary (Pre-K - Grade 2)
Intermediate (Grades 3-5)
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
High School (Grades 9-12)
Accessible Arts (All grades welcome).
The Accessible Arts Division is a participation option for students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504.
Monterey Highlands Reflections Arts Program
Monterey Highlands Reflections Arts Program
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