Reflections Art Program 2026-2027
2026-27 Theme: "What My Culture Means to Me"
Council Deadline: November 5, 2026
The National PTA Reflections program celebrates student creativity and encourages students to explore their unique perspectives through the arts.
Plano ISD Council of PTAs is proud to support Reflections and showcase the incredible creativity of Plano ISD students. Students of all eligible grade levels are invited to create original works inspired by this year’s theme, “What My Culture Means to Me.”
Whether through visual art, photography, literature, music, film, or dance, Reflections gives students an opportunity to express what makes their culture meaningful to them.
QUICK-START ACTIONS FOR ARTS IN EDUCATION CHAIRS
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Collaborate with the outgoing Arts Chair to assess materials needed for the school.
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Register annually with Texas PTA: https://txpta.my.salesforce-sites.com/OfficerIntake
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Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay updated with important dates.
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Sign the Texas PTA Confidentiality and Ethics Agreement: download here.
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Complete the required FOUNDATIONS Essentials by October 15.
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Review the Texas PTA Basics Programs Resource Guide (English | Spanish) for all things related to the Arts in Education position, including running the Reflections program.
LOCAL TIMELINE INFORMATION
Local PTA Reflections Deadlines
Each local PTA should select a deadline based on the time needed to verify entries, judge submissions, and prepare advancing entries for submission. PTAs with fewer entries may need less processing time. As a general guideline, school deadlines typically fall in the second or third week of October.
Plano ISD Council Deadline: November 5
All entries advancing from school PTAs must be submitted to the Plano ISD Council by November 5.
DUTIES AT A GLANCE
- Support year-round arts-related activities at your school.
- Coordinate with the Programs VP to include arts in the school calendar.
- Promote the Reflections program and recognize participating students.
- Ensure your PTA maintains Active Status with Texas PTA by October 31 for eligibility.
TX PTA RESOURCES
- Reflections Leader Resources for guidelines, forms, and judging rules.
- Training Video covering all the basics of running a successful program.
- Download the entry forms and promotional materials for this year.
- Use the Advancing Entry Spreadsheet to track and submit entries advancing to Council.
MORE ON ARTS IN EDUCATION
Arts in Education is a long-standing priority for PTA. Working to incorporate the arts into daily learning contributes to growth and education of the whole child. We are passionate about supporting creative kids and giving all students the chance to express themselves creatively.
ARTS IN EDUCATION RESOURCES
ARTS SUCCESS
One of the most valuable benefits of PTA is that our Leaders are part of a larger community who have the opportunity to network and share with one another. We know that PTAs across Texas are doing great things, and we want to hear about each one of them! Submit your success story and be the Talk of Texas!
LOCAL ART GROUPS
- https://www.collaborativeartsofplano.org/
- https://www.plano.gov/816/Art-in-the-Library
- https://www.facebook.com/planoarts
- https://www.facebook.com/planoartwalk
- https://www.facebook.com/planoartscoalition
- https://www.facebook.com/planosymphony
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2025-26 REFLECTIONS AWARD WINNERS!
Plano ISD Council of PTAs was thrilled to have had 215+ entries from 37 PTAs entered in this year!
See our slideshow below for our award winners for each category.
See List of Award Winners Here
*All entries submitted to Council level will receive ribbons and certificates.
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Contact Us
Email: arts@planopta.org
To volunteer, fill out the Council Arts Volunteer Form.
