REFLECTIONS 2025-2026

Calling all Puma artists to take part in Reflections and showcase their creativity! 

Reflections is a yearly nationwide PTSA-sponsored event. 

This year’s theme is “I Belong”.

Does your child have a story to tell? A picture to paint? A dance to share? The Reflections program is the perfect opportunity to explore their creativity and express themselves through original works of art — all inspired by the 2025-2026 theme: “[I belong!]”

Students submit their completed artwork in one or more of the available arts categories:

• Dance Choreography,
• Film Production,
• Literature,
• Music Composition,
• Photography,
• and Visual Arts.

*Please note that we are only accepting 2D artwork in the Visual Arts category.

• mounted on sturdy backing or created on a rigid material
• no more than 1/2 inch thick (including backing)
• without frames or loose pieces

The program has four rounds: Rosa Parks (Sept-Nov), District/Council (Nov-Jan), State (Jan-Mar) and National (Mar-May).

Once all Puma entries are scored, only the top 10 will advance to LWPTSA Council (district) level.

How to Participate?

You will need to fill out the online form for each category you enter. The entry form must be signed by the submitting student (even if it is only a printed first name) and the student’s parent/guardian.

Please complete your online form in full and submit your artwork (digital copy) to us at reflections@rosaparksptsa.org by October 27, 2025.

Student Entry Form

Everybody’s work is accepted! For students who need accommodation, the Accessible Art Division is an option for students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504.

More information here

What is Reflections?

Reflections is a national arts competition offered through the PTSA.  Students submit a piece of art that undergoes a judging process with the potential to advance to the Council, State, and National levels. You can also learn more about Reflection here.

Who can participate? 

Any student registered with Rosa Parks Elementary.

Parents can NOT help create the artwork. The only help parents can provide is in purchasing the supplies. In the last few years, judges disqualified several entries due to suspected parent help. 

Questions / Concerns? 

For more information, visit the Washington State PTA site.

For questions, email Rosa Parks PTSA: reflections@rosaparksptsa.org.

REFLECTIONS UPDATE