CJMS PTSA National PTA Reflections Program
Calling All CJMS Creatives!
The ’25-’26 National PTA Reflections Program is now accepting submissions with this year’s theme, “I Belong!“
Students can express their creativity through Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, or Visual Arts.
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 on December 5, 2025
Submission Instructions:
- Reflect on the theme, “I Belong!”
- Choose an art category (dance, film, literature, music, photography or visual arts)
- Create your project.
- Complete the Student Entry Form
- Complete the Online Submission Form (Note: Form Submission Not Permitted Using MCPS Student Account). 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 Program Chair Frank E. Ross.
Students submitting to more than one category must complete the entry and online submission form for each entry.
For more details, contest rules, and submission guidelines, please visit the National PTA Reflections website.
Timeline:
- October 26, 2025: Contest Launch
- December 5, 2025: Submission Deadline
- December 19, 2025: CJMS Winners Announced
- January 2026: CJMS Reflections Art Show and Awards
Winner Selection:
Only three (3) entries per category can move on to the Montgomery County PTA level. From there, contestants compete at the state in consideration for the national level. If there are more than three entries in a category, an independent committee will review them to determine which 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.