Colorful promotional flyer for the National PTA Reflections Arts Program. At the top is the National PTA Reflections logo and the theme for 2026–2027 displayed in a large speech bubble: “What My Culture Means to Me.” A poster illustration shows diverse, multicolored figures holding hands around a globe with the text “Explore the arts and express yourself!” Large headline across the page reads: “Think About It. Create It. Share Your Story!” Three information boxes explain: What: The National PTA Reflections Arts Program encourages students to explore their creativity and express themselves through the arts. Theme: “What My Culture Means to Me,” encouraging students to think about what makes their culture meaningful and how it shapes who they are. Who: All Glen View Elementary students are welcome to participate. An illustrated alligator mascot wearing a backpack stands beside the text. A section titled “Choose Your Category” lists six entry categories with icons: Visual Arts Photography Film Production Literature Music Composition Dance Choreography A red reminder box states that more information about rules, requirements, and deadlines will be shared at the beginning of the school year. A cloud-shaped “Summer Brainstorming Ideas” section suggests questions such as: What traditions are important in my family? What values have been passed down to me? What places, people, or experiences have shaped me? What makes my culture special? How can I express this through art? Students are encouraged to write, sketch, take photos, keep notes, or create a mood board over the summer. An “Artist Statement Tip” box reminds students that every Reflections entry includes an artist statement and asks: “How does my artwork show what my culture means to me?” A “Learn More!” section includes a QR code and directs viewers to pta.org/reflections for rules, categories, and inspiration. At the bottom are the Glen View Elementary logo and contact information: glenviewes.pta@gmail.com.

June 10, 2026

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Lucy Palafox

PTA Reflections Summer Flyer

NATIONAL PTA® REFLECTIONS

Explore the arts and express yourself!

2026–2027 CALL FOR ENTRIES!

THINK ABOUT IT. CREATE IT. SHARE YOUR STORY!

WHAT IS IT?

The National PTA Reflections® Arts Program encourages students to explore their creativity and express themselves through the arts.

THEME

2026–2027 Theme:

What My Culture Means to Me

Think about what makes your culture meaningful to you and how it shapes who you are.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

All Glen View Elementary students are invited to participate!

Let your voice shine through the arts!

CHOOSE YOUR CATEGORY
Visual Arts
Photography
Film Production
Literature
Music Composition
Dance Choreography
SUMMER BRAINSTORMING IDEAS

Ask yourself:

What traditions are important in my family?
What values have been passed down to me?
What places, people, or experiences have shaped me?
What makes my culture special?
How can I express this through art?

Write, sketch, take photos, keep notes, or create a mood board all summer long!

IMPORTANT REMINDER!

More information including rules, requirements, and the project timeline will be shared when school begins.

Stay tuned!

ARTIST STATEMENT TIP

Every Reflections entry includes an artist statement.

As you create, think about:

“How does my artwork show what my culture means to me?”

LEARN MORE!

Visit pta.org/reflections to explore rules, categories, and inspiration.

Contact Glen View Elementary PTA
glenviewes.pta@gmail.com