Reflections
Congratulations to the OFE Reflections Winners for 2024-25!
We are so proud of your boundless creativity and talents! 27 Bobcat artists were recognized for their unique works related to the theme of Accepting Imperfections at the Reflections Art Program reception.
We have 8 Bobcats who advance to regionals. Please refer to the Sneak Peek on December 15, 2024 for a list of names who are advancing and additional photos from the Reflections Ceremony.
2025-2026 Reflections Theme
The Reflections theme for 2025-2026 is I Belong! The theme was submitted by Ben Morgan from Lewis and Clark Middle School PTSA in Idaho. His theme will be used to inspire hundreds of thousands of artists across the nation as they participate in the PTA Reflections art program.
Ben shared his inspiration, that he wanted to create “a theme that many people could relate to.” When asked what “I Belong!” means to him, Ben shared: “I have found belonging with my family and friends. The people in my classes can also be like part of my family, even though we aren’t directly related. For me, “I Belong!” means I know where I am accepted, and I know that I can be myself there without being criticized or judged.”
REFLECTIONS OVERVIEW:
Created over 50 years ago, Reflections is an art program sponsored by the National PTA
- Encourages students’ creative expression and helps them find their own voice through art
- Focuses on recognition, rather than competition
- Open to all students of all ages and abilities
- 6 different categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts
- Students are encouraged to submit as many entries in as many categories as they would like
I Belong, will be the next Reflections theme for the 2025-2026 Reflections program. Plan your projects now as it is never too early to start!
- Parent or guardian must be a PTA member to participate
- Full eligibility including Participation Rules and Entry Form are included in the Reflections packets below
- Art entry collection will be starting in the fall.
- Entries are collected and displayed in Library
- OFE entries will be collected towards the end of October of 2025.
- Reflections Award Ceremony (by invitation only, date to be announced at a later time)
Things to know!
- Parent must be a member of the OFE PTA.
- Entry form must be signed by parent and include a Title and Artist Statement.
- No 3D artwork or sculpture.
- Photography must be single print or digital image taken by the student (phone pics ok), no larger than 8×10 inches, unframed.
- Visual arts dimensions must not exceed 24×30 inches, including mat.
- Dance Choreography, Music Composition and Film Production must not exceed 5 minutes.
- Literature must not exceed 2000 words and may be hand written or typed.
- Refer to the Official participation rules for detailed guidance for each category.
REFLECTIONS RULES AND ENTRY FORMS
Download the entry form and rules (English and Spanish versions) on the buttons below.
Contact reflections2@oakforestpta.com with questions.
Official Participation Rules English