The arts—and National PTA® Reflections—support student success and serve as a valuable tool for engaging families and building strong partnerships in the school community. Founded in 1969, Reflections engages nearly 300,000 students and their families in arts education activities each year by encouraging students to explore the arts for fun and recognition. 

2023 - 2024 Theme:

"I AM HOPEFUL BECAUSE..."

REFLECT on the theme. CREATE art. BE RECOGNIZED!

Think about what the theme means to you and let your imagination run wild. Express your interpretation of the theme in any or all of the six art categories listed below.

Students are recognized each year at the Local, Council, State and National PTA levels for their artistic ingenuity to bring the theme to life in a way that is personal and meaningful. At each level, all entries are judged on interpretation of the theme, creativity and artistic merit, and mastery of medium. At the State and National levels, students whose entries receive an award are recognized with awards and prizes. Check out the Texas state level awards and recognition, as well as the national level awards and prizes.

How to Enter

1) Must be a PTA Member! Any Union Park Elementary student may participate but the student or at least one person from their primary household must be a current member of Union Park Elementary PTA in order to move on to the district, state and national levels for judging.

Not a PTA Member? Click Here to join online today!

Please submit all entries to the Main Front Office. 

2) Fill out Entry Form entirely. Be sure you fill out category, age group, and all contact information or it will delay your submission. 

3) Turn in original artwork by the deadline. Deadline is November 3rd, 2023.

Entry Form & Rules

Student Entry Form English | Spanish

Student Program Rules English | Spanish

For questions or more information, please contact our VP-II Programs.