Purpose: It's All about the Arts
The National PTA’s Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boosts student confidence and success in the arts and in life.
Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student selected theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings, and ideas, develop artistic literacy, increase confidence, and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.
SMS PTSA invites all students to create an original work of art inspired by this year's theme :
What My CULTURE Means to Me
School Submission Deadline Extended - October 23, 2026
Entries Closed!!
The theme for the 2026-2027 program year is “What My CULTURE Means to Me”. Students can submit their completed work of art in one or more of the available art categories:
Dance Choreography (D), Film Production (F), Literature (L), Music Composition (M), Photography (P), and Visual Arts (VA).
Students participate in the appropriate division for their grade: Middle (6-8) or Accessible Artist (All grades welcome).