Shake Shack Restaurant Night is Tonight!

Join us for Donation Day at Shake Shack in Cabin John Village on Tuesday, November 18th from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM to support Bells Mill Elementary School! Grab your favorite Shack burger, fries, or shake, and mention Donation Day at the register—or use promo code DONATE when ordering on the Shack App, website, or kiosk. 25% of your total purchase will go directly to our school. It’s an easy (and delicious!) way to give back to the Bells Mill community.… Read Full Post

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From the PTA – It’s Almost Book Fair Time!

The Literati Everglow Forest Book Fair is coming to Bells Mill December 5-12, and the online store is OPEN NOW! The rewards we earn from your purchases directly help our school to pay for books and supplies for the Media Center, grade-level classes and more! Your child will be visiting the fair with their class, and students will have the opportunity to make a wish list or purchase books using cash or Literati Gift Cards.… Read Full Post

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Register now for Winter Enrichment Programs

The Bells Mill PTA is proud to help coordinate a variety of before and after-school enrichment opportunities for our students. From chess to sports and science, there’s something for everyone to enjoy (indoors) during the cold winter months!

Important Note: All activities are run by outside providers—not the school or PTA—so families must contact vendors directly with any questions. These programs manage their own schedules, student supervision, and safety protocols.

Winter Programming

Pottery with Jimmy Potter’s Workshop— This winter, young artists will embark on a cultural journey through the enchanting world of Arctic wildlife.… Read Full Post

Reflections Art Program – Now Accepting Submissions

Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm on Monday, December 8th, 2025

The ’25-’26 National PTA Reflections Program is now accepting submissions with this year’s theme, I Belong!.” Students can express their creativity through Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, or Visual Arts. 

This contest provides students with a platform for self-expression, helping them hone their creative talents and explore different art forms. It offers an opportunity to showcase their work, fostering pride and accomplishment. … Read Full Post

Supporting Bells Mill and Cabin John Families After House Fire

Last week, two local families with children attending Cabin John Middle School and Bells Mill Elementary School were severely impacted by a devastating fire. As a result, Amanda and her son Michael, as well as Danielle, Kendall, and their four children—including Brycin, a 3rd grader at Bells Mill–have been displaced from their homes.

Both school communities and the CJMS PTSA and BMES PTA are coming together to support these families. Thank you to everyone who has already donated or reached out with help.… Read Full Post

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Feedback Requested: 2026-2027 School Calendar

MCPS is conducting a second survey to help guide decisions for the 2026-27 school calendar. Survey responses are due by November 30.

The survey asks about three different options, all of which have the same spring break (March 26 to April 2).
Draft A would start school Aug. 31 and end on June 23.
Draft B would start school Aug. 24 and end on June 15.
Draft C would start school Aug. 24 and end on June 16.… Read Full Post

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Doughnuts for a Great Cause

The Bells Mill 5th Grade is giving you the best reason to indulge in a dozen (or two) Krispy Kreme doughnuts! Until May 31, 2026, 50% of your order will be donated back to 5th Grade when you purchase via our fundraising sales page. Simply buy online, visit your local store & redeem using your code. CLICK HERE to treat yourself or even gift them to friends and family.

The digital codes can be redeemed at almost any Krispy Kreme store so you can have friends and family in other states make a purchase or send it to them as a gift.… Read Full Post

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A Successful Fall Festival!

Thanks to everyone who helped make the fall festival a success last week! The kids had a blast—both at the parade and the class parties. A special thanks to our wonderful room parent coordinators, Kendra Epstein and Asmaa Seif-Eldin, as well as to all of our room parents.

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And the Membership Drive Winners Are …

Congratulations to our 4th graders—winners of our PTA Membership Drive with an impressive 66.3% of the grade joining the PTA! Thanks to everyone’s support, we surpassed our schoolwide goal with 260 members—and earned a popsicle party for the whole school!

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