PTA Reflections Art Program

Calling All CJMS Artists!

The ’24-’25 PTA Reflections Arts Program is now accepting submissions with this year’s theme, “Accepting Imperfection.” Students can express their creativity through Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, or Visual Arts. The National PTA provides tips and rules for each category. Click here to learn more.

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This contest provides students a platform for self-expression, helping them hone their creative talents and explore different art forms. It offers an opportunity to showcase their work, fostering pride and accomplishment. 

Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm Friday, December 6, 2024

Submission Instructions: 

  1. Reflect on the theme, “Accepting Imperfection” 
  2. Choose an art category (dance, film, literature, music, photography or visual arts)
  3. Create your artwork
  4. Complete the Student Entry Form
    1. Student Entry Form – English 
    2. Student Entry Form – Spanish
  5. Complete the Online Submission Form. You will be asked to upload your Student Entry Form and the artwork in an acceptable digital format (MP4, JPG, PDF, etc.).

If you have questions or need assistance with the online submission form, please contact Reflections Art Contest 2024 Co-Chair Amanda Moskowitz. 

Students submitting to more than one category need to complete the entry form and online submission form for each entry.

For more details, contest rules, and submission guidelines, please visit the National PTA Reflections FAQ page.

Timeline: 
  • October 28, 2024: Contest Launch 
  • December 6, 2024: Submission Deadline 
  • December 9-13, 2024: Review Panel and Selection Committee 
  • December 16, 2024: CJMS Winners Announced 
  • January 2025: Reflection Art Show and Award Ceremony
Winner Selection:

Only three (3) entries per category can move on to the Montgomery County PTA level. From there, contestants compete at the state then national level. If there are more than three entries in a category, an independent committee will determine which entries will move forward.

Judging Criteria:

Judging of Reflections entries uses blind judging (i.e., no names are shared) and a scoring rubric.  Submissions will be evaluated for:

  • Interpretation of Theme 
  • Merit/Creativity
  • Mastery/Technique 

For more details on judging, please review the National PTA Reflections Judging Rubric. 


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