PTA Reflections Program Students Shine at State
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PTA Reflections Program Students Shine at State
The Texas PTA is celebrating an exceptional year for its Reflections arts program, with creativity and student voice shining brighter than ever. More than 870 entries advanced to state-level judging, and over 600 young artists earned awards – including 14 Keller ISD students – an impressive showcase of talent, imagination, and dedication.
Centered around this year’s theme, “I Belong,” students explored identity, community, and connection through a wide range of artistic disciplines. From powerful choreography and original music to compelling photography, film, and literature, each piece reflected a deeply personal interpretation of what it means to belong.
Winners will be honored at a special ceremony on May 16, 2026, in Austin, where their achievements will take center stage.
For more than 50 years, Reflections has been a cornerstone of arts education, giving millions of students a platform to express themselves creatively. Supported by dedicated local PTAs, the program continues to nurture young artists across disciplines including dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, and visual arts.
Keller ISD proudly celebrates the accomplishments of these students and recognizes the lasting impact of arts education in inspiring creativity, confidence, and connection.
Overall Award of Excellence
Kian Fakhri, Park Glen Elementary
Primary | Film Production: "Where Copper the Dog Truly Belongs"
Primary (Pre-K-2nd) Award Results
Brianne Heaton, Woodland Springs Elementary
Literature: "Unicorn Friendship" – Award of Merit
Visual Arts: "Whale Connection" – Award of Merit
Photography: "Beauty Berries" – Participation
Intermediate (3rd-5th) Award Results
Edith Blake, Hidden Lakes Elementary
Film Production: "Lulu's Adventure for Friendship" – Award of Excellence
Emersyn Taylor, Hidden Lakes Elementary
Photography: "Ministry of Chaos" – Honorable Mention
Emsley Tomlinson, Hidden Lakes Elementary
Visual Arts: "One World, One Sky" – Participation
Bailey Daniels, Park Glen Elementary
Dance Choreography: "You Will Be Found" – Award of Excellence
Trisha Bararia, Bear Creek Intermediate
Literature: "Missy" – Participation
Middle School (6th-8th) Award Results
Bennett Hills, Bear Creek Intermediate
Photography: "Masterpiece" – Honorable Mention
Charlotte Shallcross, Parkwood Hill Intermediate
Dance Choreography: "This Is Me" – Award of Merit
Elisa Cortes Mansfield, Indian Springs Middle
Film Production: "Unhealthy Standards" – Participation
Harshul Gunisetty, Timberview Middle
Music Composition: "Built to Belong" – Honorable Mention
Visual Arts: "One Beautiful World" – Award of Merit
Addison York, Timberview Middle
Literature: "A Short Story About OCD" – Award of Merit
High School (9th-12th) Award Results
Aditi Modi, Keller High
Visual Arts: "Jigsaw in a Park" – Honorable Mention
Vivinsha Veduru, Keller High
Literature: "She Belongs (in every sense)" – Participation
Accessible Arts (Pre-K-12th) Award Results
Jackson Hurt, Indian Springs Middle
Literature: "I Belong" – Award of Merit
Visit the Texas PTA Online Reflections Gallery to view all entries awarded by Texas PTA.