With so many events happening, we hope this calendar of events will be helpful for you to bookmark and refer to throughout the school year. Never miss a date change or new event! Go to bellsmill.org/calendar to add our calendar to your Google, Outlook, or Apple calendar (click on the drop down menu immediately to the right of the “search” option to add it to your respective calendar).
Greetings Bells Mill Bears and Families! This week marks a celebration of achievements and gratitude within our community.
This week, we have come together for Autism Acceptance Spirit Week. Once again our students and staff unite to honor and embrace neurodiversity in our school and community.
This is also Volunteer Appreciation Week, a time to extend heartfelt gratitude to the over 100 Parent and Teacher Volunteers who generously dedicate their time and efforts to our school’s success.… Read Full Post
The nominating committee is pleased to present the following candidates for the PTA officer and delegate roles for next year. We would like to thank these volunteers for coming forward as well as the outgoing board for their tremendous contribution over the past year. The PTA will hold elections on May 7 at 6:30 PM in the APR.
President: Deb Palisin
Vice President – Membership & Fundraising: Amanda Klueger
Vice President – Community Events: Shara Reiter
Vice President – Communications & Family Engagement: John Sorrenti
Vice President – Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Sarah Ghoddousi
Secretary: Debbie Fleischer
Treasurer: Ying Zhang
MCCPTA Delegate: Erin Penfold
MCCPTA Delegate: Becky Sorto Orellana
Our next PTA meeting will be held on May 7 at 6:30PM in the APR. The agenda will include board elections, approval of next year’s budget, a presentation from the school, and honoring our Reflections participants.
The WCHS SGA is sponsoring a Community Carnival on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM with games, rides, bounce houses, face painting, a petting zoo, free sports clinics, food, music, and more.
The fair includes information booths about clubs and groups, services for our community and PTSAs from each of out feeder schools. Registration information for Kindergarten also will be available.
Come out and join the community for this fun for all ages event!
Join us May 14th (7:30 AM – 8:00 PM) at Corner Bakery Cafe (10327 Westlake Dr, Bethesda) while school is out and make a difference! 25% of money spent on Dine-In, Takeout, Delivery & Pick up orders will support the BMES PTA. Mention that you are with the Bells Mill Elementary PTA when ordering. Use the coupon code of “659” for online orders. This flyer has all the details.
Each week in Bear Post we will share information from other schools in the cluster or community events that provide opportunities to connect and help each other. If you have anything you would like to add, email [email protected]. While these are not sponsored or endorsed by the BMES PTA, we’re happy to help share information as appropriate.
Ness Basketball: Join us at Ness Basketball for one of our 8 weeks of basketball camp this summer starting on June 17th and running all the way until August 9th at the Jewish Day School in Rockville.… Read Full Post
Ledo’s Westlake will donate a portion of its proceeds from online, carryout and dine-in sales from 5-9PM tonight, April 18. Order in-person (mention Bells Mill) or online at order.ledopizza.com. Enter the code “Fundraiser” in the coupon/fundraiser code area on the checkout page. Ledo’s will have a magician performing from 5-8PM to make it fun!
The Bells Mill 5th grade class needs to raise an additional $300! Money raised will go to BMES to support 5th grade promotion activities, including a picnic and field trip.… Read Full Post
Yearbook sales are now live! Orders must be placed by May 3. To purchase, visit www.freedpics.com and enter password: BMES24YB. This flyer has the info.
We are asking Parents and staff to submit photos to help us remember the school year! If you’ve got great photos of school and community events, we’d like to see them! Submit all photos through this link: https://images.jostens.com/0g1i6iLbyEyZzQg95Isb8Ig
Photo submissions must be received by April 18. This could include:
– PTA events, including the back-to-school picnic, magic and muffins, and movie night
– Fall festival events
– Spirit days
– Community service projects at the school
– Field Trips
– International festival
– Odyssey of the mind
– Sports teams or clubs associated with Bells Mill
– Class projects and other special memories
Please do not submit pictures taken at private events, such as birthday parties or playdates.… Read Full Post
The annual Bells Mill PTA sponsored Geography Bowl is quickly approaching in June for Grades 3, 4 and 5. We are looking for parent volunteers in 3rd, 4th or 5th grade to help make the GeoBowl a success. If you are interested in volunteering, please e-mail [email protected] for more information.
Spring is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe- and that includes adding some new Bells Mill spirit wear to your closet! With 12 fun designs to choose from, hundreds of clothing styles, and weekly promotions, www.bellsmillspiritwear.com is the place to shop. Sign up for weekly emails to receive promotions directly to your inbox between now and the end of May and help us raise important funds for Bells Mill PTA. Shipping is always $4.95. We can’t wait to see our Bells Mill Bears in their fun spirit wear!
