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Reflections

🎨 Reflections 2025–2026 Theme: “I Belong”

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Hey BMMS families and students! Ready to let your creativity shine?

 

The Reflections Art Program is officially back. The National PTA Reflections Program theme for 2025–2026 is "I Belong."

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All BMMS students are invited to participate and express themselves through original works of art in categories such as visual arts, music composition, literature, dance choreography, photography, and film production.​

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We get a lot of questions (and some confused faces😅), so here’s everything you need to know—without the boring speech.​​

📅 What’s the deadline again?

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October 10, 2025

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Write it down, set a reminder. Our online submission form is open now.

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🤔 Who can participate?

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Every single student at BMMS.

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Yep, everyone. You do not have to be a PTSA member to enter. (Though we’d love to have you on our team—free hugs and good vibes included!)

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📝 What do I have to turn in?

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When you're ready to submit, you'll need:

  • Your artwork

  • A title (make it cool or deep—we love both!)

  • An artist statement (just tell us how your work connects to the theme)

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IMPORTANT: Keep your original artwork after submitting. If your piece advances to the next level, we’ll need it. So don’t let your dog eat it, please.

 

🎨 What kind of art is accepted?

 

You’ve got options! Choose from these six categories:

  • Dance Choreography

  • Literature

  • Photography

  • Film Production

  • Music Composition

  • Visual Arts

 

Got an idea? Go for it. Don’t overthink it—just express yourself.

 

🙋‍♀️ So... who are the judges?

 

Meet our amazing judge panel. Our local judges know and love the arts and have generously volunteered their time and expertise to support our students.

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🤫 Is it judged fairly?

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Yes! It’s blind judging—which means no names, no grades, no identifying information. Just your art and your words.

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That way, your work is judged for what it is: original, thoughtful, and 100% YOU.

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🧠 What do the judges look for?

 

Glad you asked! Here's what matters:

  • How well you connect to the theme (Interpretation)

  • Your artistic vision and how you bring it to life

  • Originality and creativity

 

Basically: be real, be expressive, be you.

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🧍Can I work with a friend or make it a group thing?

 

Sorry—individual submissions only.

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One person = one entry = one spotlight.

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✍️ Can I submit more than one?

 

Absolutely! Want to write a poem and choreograph a dance and snap a killer photo? Go for it!

 

Just remember: each piece needs its own entry form, title, and artist statement. No copy-paste jobs, please.

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🧭 How many entries get to move on to the next level?

 

Each school (like BMMS) can send up to 24 entries total to the Palomar Council PTA, with a maximum of 12 entries per category (like Literature or Visual Arts).

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These entries are chosen from those that received the Award of Excellence at the school level.

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🚀 What happens after council?

 

Great question! Here’s how it works:

  1. BMMS → Top entries go to Palomar Council PTA

  2. Council → Selected entries go to Ninth District PTA

  3. District → Winners move on to California State PTA

 

It’s like climbing a creative staircase—each level is one step closer to state and national recognition!

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💬 Still got questions?

 

We’re here for it. Seriously.

 

If you’re unsure, overwhelmed, or just want to talk ideas, email us anytime at: bmmsptsareflections@gmail.com

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Or, if you want updates and reminders, fill out our Reflections Interest Form.

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For more information, visit CAPTA Reflections.

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We can’t wait to see what you create and how you’ll show us that you belong! 💫

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- Your BMMS PTSA Reflections Team 🎭💙

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