National PTA has a long-standing commitment to arts education. The Reflections program provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts which boost 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-created 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. 

Explore the theme, Accepting Imperfection, and use discussion questions and art making activities to get inspired here. Special thanks and congratulations to the creator of this year's theme, Paige Opaska, from Barbara Bush Middle School PTA in Texas. Read this online article to meet Paige and learn about her inspiration.  

Students create and submit original works of art in the areas of Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography and Visual Arts. 

Thank you for registering! Registration is now closed for the 2024-2025 Accepting Imperfection Reflections program. 

Visit your state PTA's Reflections webpage or contact your state PTA for inquiries about state-level or other competition levels (local, district, council).

National PTA will announce the 2024-2025 national winners on May 1 via our website and social media. Winners will be contacted directly by National PTA at the email provided on their Reflections entry form. Learn more on the Reflections Awards page.