2026-2027 Reflections: What My Culture Means to Me

Reflections has been a staple arts program in many schools for over 50 years. Through the efforts of our Local PTAs, millions of students have found a creative outlet in the areas of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts.

With positive recognition as the focus of this program, rather than competition, students of all ages and abilities can experience the benefits of creative expression and help in finding their own voice in telling their unique story.

Started in 1969 by Mary Lou Anderson, then Colorado PTA President, Reflections has grown to be one of the largest nationwide programs of its kind, with more than 200,000 students participating annually.

Visit our 2025-2026 Reflections Gallery to see examples of entries from last year. And see last year's State and National results.

Students may submit entries in any of the following categories: visual arts, photography, dance choreography, film production, literature, or music composition. MWE Reflections participants are invited to a celebratory breakfast, will have their work showcased at the International Festival, will be highlighted in the yearbook, and have the chance to advance to the district, state, and national levels of the competition. 

• All entries must be student-created original works of art that reflect the theme, "What My Culture Means to Me"
• Students may enter multiple categories and can submit multiple entries in a category.
• One parent from the household must be a PTA member. If not a member yet, then join now!
• Deadline to turn in entry form and art is Friday, October 23, 2026. Late entries will not be accepted unfortunately.
• Selected entries from each category and grade level will go on the district, state and national levels. Every Eagle entry will be celebrated here are Meadow Wood!