Reflections Art Program 

Reflections® is a National PTA and Washington State PTA arts recognition program that has been around for 50 years. Student art is judged first at the school level (Kellogg). Finalists from the school level will move on to the district level (Shoreline). Finalists from that level then move onto the state level (WA) and finally the national PTA level for judging. National PTA Reflections winners will be announced in May 2024 and celebrated at National PTA’s Convention & Expo in June.

All Kellogg students are encouraged to participate in the Reflections Art Program Previous art experience not required. Special Artist Category for students identified as having a disability.

The 2023-2024 Reflections Theme is: “I am Hopeful Because…”

There are 6 art categories for student artists to choose from
visual art | photography | dance | music | video | writing

Deadline for entry for Kellogg Middle School is December 3, 2023

All submissions done via email – submit to reflections@kelloggptsa.org

To enter students must submit a JPG image (or other digital file) of their artwork along with the required entry form attached as a PDF emailed to reflections@kelloggptsa.org
REQUIRED ENTRY FORM
Rules for entering
Rules for entries (Spanish)
Additional information online at Washington State PTA website

Student art showcase/exhibit planned for January 10, 2024

Participation in Reflections is easy! Students should follow these steps for entry:

Step 1 – Reflect on the theme “I am Hopeful Because…
This step is important!!

Step 2 –Select an art category.
See below for list of art categories and descriptions.

Step 3 – Create a work of original art.
Student artists should be mindful of how their work REFLECTS the theme, as well as the artistic TECHNIQUE (skill in process, use of materials, etc.) and PRESENTATION (attention to details). Do not put your name in front of art or writing.

Step 4 – Complete the Reflections Entry Form including title of the artwork and artist statement.
The artist statement should thoughtfully communicate the content and inspiration of the work and how it relates to the theme. NOTE: The statement will be considered part of the art during the judging process

Step 5 – Submit art and entry form.
Email your entry form as a PDF attachment and an image of your artwork as a JPG attachment via email to reflections@kelloggptsa.org Works or music, film or video may be attached as different file types per the rules.

Deadline for submission is Friday, November 17. Submissions before this date are welcome and appreciated!

Students may submit/enter in as many different arts categories as they would like, however only one entry per category is allowed. A separate entry form is required for each submission. Only new, original works of art, inspired by the current year’s theme, may be submitted.

The categories for entry are: 

  • Music: musical composition, with or without words
  • Writing/Literature: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, prose, drama, short stories, lyrics
  • Photography: color or black and white photography (various photographic techniques accepted)
  • Visual Arts:
    • 2D–drawing, painting, computer generated art, collage, printmaking
    • 3D–sculptural works (clay, wood, glass, leather, fabric, etc.)
  • Film/Video Production: animation, narrative, documentary, experimental or music video (with or without audio)
  • Dance: choreographed dance composition For brief descriptions of each category see the Rules for Entry/ EN ESPAÑOL. It is recommended that students review the Rules prior to starting their art. The specific rules outlined on these pages create the necessary boundaries to allow for fair judging, exhibits and awards.

Helpful notes:

  • Use parent email and phone number for these fields, optional for high school students to include their own email and phone in addition to parents.
  • A unique TITLE for the artwork and a brief description or STATEMENT are required.

CALL FOR THEME (optional, not required for Reflections art entry)
Each year, National PTA seeks a theme for the Reflections program to be held two years out. This year students are invited to submit a theme for the 2025-2026 program year. Click here to go to the Reflections Theme Search online entry form. Entries are due by November 1, 2023. (At the bottom of the submission form enter PTA Name: KELLOGGMIDDLEPTSA6.12.85 and PTA ID Number: 00023273)

Additional information online at Washington State PTA website: https://www.wastatepta.org/events-programs/reflections/

Questions? Email Silvy Triana or Lauren Carmichael at reflections@kelloggptsa.org