2025 - 2026 Reflections Ceremony Information
Saturday, May 16, 2026
St. Edward's University
Jones Auditorium
3001 South Congress
Austin, Texas 78704
Students receiving an Honorable Mention, Award of Merit, Award of Excellence or Overall Award of Excellence will be presented with an award by Texas PTA President Heidi PeCoy. The ceremony will be held Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Austin at St. Edwards University.
Photos will be taken by Texas PTA and made available for digital download at a later date. Photos will be shared with attending families through a private link for 30 days, and a limited number may be used to highlight PTA programs. Student names will not be linked with the photos. Because this is a large public event, attendees may also appear in wide crowd photos, and guests may take their own pictures. Texas PTA does not sell student images. Families with concerns about a specific photo may contact us at programs@txpta.org, and we will make reasonable efforts regarding future use.
Ceremony times are divided by student last name. As we approach May 16, Texas PTA will email attendees a better estimate of when student(s) will walk across the stage. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your ceremony time to allow for a quick check-in.
Ceremony Times
Student Last Name A - F
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Student Last Name G - L
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Student Last Name M - R
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Student Last Name S - Z
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Attending the Ceremony
When arriving at St. Edward's University, follow campus signage for the Ragsdale Center or set your map to Jones Auditorium, Ragsdale Center, Moody Dr #101, Austin, TX 78704. That should steer you toward the correct building. During check-in, you will be added to a waitlist app so that we can text you when it is time for your student’s ceremony. We encourage your family to join us in the auditorium until it is your student's turn to join the ceremony line. Bathrooms will be available inside the building at any time.
What to expect
- When you receive the text alerting that it's your student's turn, please check in with the staff member stationed at the auditorium door.
- If you are already in the auditorium, please send your awarded student(s) and one adult to check in at the auditorium door.
- Once checked in, your student will join the line of students heading towards the stage. Families can take their seats in the audience.
- The awarded student(s) will walk across the stage and pause for pictures with the Texas PTA President center stage, then reunite with their family.
- Families may exit the auditorium afterward or stay to watch more of the ceremony.
- There will be another photo opportunity in the lobby.
Optional
Parking and Directions
Find Jones Auditorium on Google Maps
When arriving at St. Edward's University, follow campus signage for the Ragsdale Center or set your map to Jones Auditorium, Ragsdale Center, Moody Dr #101, Austin, TX 78704. Texas PTA will have a check-in table setup right inside the doors of the Ragsdale Center. Please park in any standard ePermit green lot and check in to let us know that you have arrived. Parking will be free, and the mandatory parking registration link will be emailed to you before the ceremony.
You and your family have a few options while you wait for your ceremony.
- You may join us in the auditorium to watch other students receive their awards.
- Or you can walk around the campus.
Bathrooms will be available inside the building at any time. If you have any questions during the ceremony, a volunteer will be able to assist you.
Accommodations and Nearby Attractions
Our Preferred Hotel - Downtown location perfect for exploring the city
This year, we’ve arranged a special room block at the Cambria Hotel Austin Downtown at $136 per night to help make your Reflections trip a little easier and a little more fun. Families booking through the block will receive discounted overnight parking, a welcome amenity for our students, and a complimentary mocktail upon arrival to celebrate your kiddo’s big achievement.
Between the downtown location, the pool, and the added savings, the Cambria is a great option if you’re looking to extend your stay and enjoy more time in Austin. Book before April 15.
Our Partner Hotel - Round Rock Waterpark Fun
Enjoy a fun getaway at America’s largest indoor waterpark! Families can book a Double Queen room (sleeps up to four, two more people can be added at $50 each) at a special rate of $209 per night before taxes, with free parking, waterpark passes and Wi-Fi included.
This special rate is available May 15–16, but rooms are limited—reserve your stay by April 15 to secure the discounted rate.
Reserve your stay at Kalahari Round Rock Today!
If you have any questions about either hotel booking, please reach out to programs@txpta.org.
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