Reflections Art Program

AOE PTA is excited to participate in the annual National PTA Reflections Arts Program for 2026-2027. This year's theme is "What My Culture Means to Me," and submissions are due October 24! 

We will accept art in the following categories: Dance, Film, Literature, Music, Photography, and Visual Art. Be sure to read more about the rules and requirements for each category and see below for tips to help you get started. We can’t wait to see how our AOE students express what culture means to them!

Reflections Application Link

Questions? Please email reflections@aoepta.org

How to help your child enter reflections:

1. Talk about the prompt: "What My Culture Means to Me" 

2. Give your child time to brainstorm different ideas. Use this link for more information and family support. All ideas and art need to be generated and created by the student, without parent help (besides logistics and supplies).

3. Give your child ample time to create their art! They may need help collecting supplies or planning logistics. Encourage them to take their time and make multiple drafts if necessary. 

4. Once the art has been created, your child will need an adult to help upload images of their art into the Entry Form. Please note that an adult email is needed. Once art has been uploaded, please keep the art safe at home, until you hear from the Reflections Coordinator. She will confirm your submission and arrange for you to drop off the physical art to the office for exhibition. 

5. Wait to hear the results! We will have multiple opportunities for your students to be recognized for their art. We will reach out to you with details. While there will be winners for each category, all students will be celebrated for their hard work. 

6. You CAN submit multiple submissions. 

7. Third party experts in their field (visual art, dance, film, literature, music comp, photography) will be judging the art. We can't wait to see your student's creativity.

8. HAVE FUN!