Reflections
Reflections, A National Art Contest
Reflections is a national arts recognition and achievement program for students, preschool through high school. Since 1969, over 10 million students across the nation have taken part in this popular PTSA program.
This year, Reflections is back again at DPHS and is better than ever!
Calling all performing artists, visual artists and writers!
All students are eligible to enter in the following six categories:
- Dance Choreography
- Film Production
- Literature
- Music Composition
- Photography
- Visual Arts
Entry Guidelines:
Please review the specific entry guidelines by category at: https://capta.org/resource/participant-forms/.
Participants are welcome to submit entries in multiple categories with a maximum of one entry per category.
ALL ENTRIES ARE DUE FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025!
1st place overall winner will win a $100 cash prize!!
2nd place overall winner will win a $75 cash prize!
Submission Form (please include this with your reflection art submission):
Please turn in your Reflection submission and entry form to the reception area of the main office.
Additional Information:
Submission entry forms and official rules/ guidelines can also be found in the main office.
Any additional questions can be answered by the DPHS PTSA Reflections Chair, Donnell Coulehan at reflections@dphsptsa.org 310-254-8548
We are excited to see what you create!
Each entry will be scored as follows:
- Artist Statement (40 points! In 10 to 100 words, describe the work and how it relates to the theme)
- Creativity (30 Points)
- Technique (30 Points)
DPHS will then choose a selection of entries to be reviewed district wide. The final artworks submitted to California State PTA by districts are then considered for Outstanding Interpretation, Awards of Excellence, or Awards of Merit. Outstanding Interpretation and Award of Excellence entries then go on to represent California in the final National PTA judging round.
If you have any questions, please contact the DPHS PTSA Reflections Chair, Donnell Coulehan at reflections@dphsptsa.org 310-254-8548. We are excited to celebrate your creativity and insights!
