October 2014 – Bells Mill Elementary School PTA

Help Us Get There!

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Greer Bautz

Hard to believe that it’s the end of the first marking period! Parent teacher conferences are around the corner, and already much of the PTA’s efforts have impacted classrooms and learning. From assemblies to supplies in the classroom to before- and after-school programs, the PTA is at work impacting every student and staff member in our school.

Last year we kicked off a new form of direct appeal fundraising. We are very close to meeting this year’s goal for donations.

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Nov. 5 PTA Meeting: Curriculum Speaker

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Greer Bautz

The next PTA meeting is Wednesday, Nov. 5 in the APR. We’ve had a change in speaker:

Ms. Taylor and Mrs. Hough are going to present on Reading Levels and the Progression in Reading and the Math Pathways. It will be about a 30 minute presentation and then time for questions.

The meeting will be pot luck — bring an appetizer or treat to share
Bar T will provide childcare for Bells Mill-aged students

See you there!

Innisbrook Sale In Process

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Greer Bautz

For those interested in Innisbrook’s line of wrapping paper and gifts, online sales are currently in process. This is not a fundraiser, just a way to bring items to you easily through the school should you wish to purchase these sorts of seasonal items. All purchases are through online sales this year. The purchase window will close next week, Friday, November 7.

To place an order visit www.Innisbrook.com. Our school number is 103353. Please look for your teacher’s name when ordering.

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Math Kangaroo Comes Back to Bells Mill

Posted on October 29, 2014 by Greer Bautz

Math Kangaroo Comes Back to Bells Mill!

Math Kangaroo is an international mathematics competition that takes place annually in March. Bells Mill students in 1st -5th grade (and their siblings from grades 6-12) can participate along with over 17,000 students across US, and even more students around the world, by challenging themselves to individually solve word problems using the mathematical knowledge they already know. Everyone wins in Math Kangaroo! Each registered student is awarded a t-shirt, a certificate of participation and a gift on test day.… Read Full Post

Mrs. O’s Spotlight, Week of 10/27

Posted on October 25, 2014 by Greer Bautz

Please click here for a copy of Mrs. O’s Spotlight for the week of 10/27.

This Year, So Far. . .

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Greer Bautz

The year is in full swing and so far has:

Your Kinder enjoyed their free Tshirt at the beginning of the year?
Your first or second grader enjoyed playing with recess equipment outside or board games during indoor recess?
Your third grader used their student planner?
Your fourth grader started looking forward to working with a Poet in Residence or taking part in the Geography Bowl?
Your fifth grader started looking forward to Promotion and the patrol picnic?

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Keep Going with Box Tops $$$ for BMES!

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Greer Bautz

Box Top Submission Time!

Keep those Box Tops coming in because November 3^rd is the Fall submission date. I must have all of the Box Tops in by October 30^th in order to turn them in on time to receive our check in December. Thanks for your continued support on this program! If you have any questions about the program or want to become a follower on the website, please go to: http://www.boxtops4education.com… Read Full Post

Mrs. O’s Spotlight Week of 10/20

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Greer Bautz

Please click here for a PDF of Mrs. O’s Spotlight for the week of October 20.

First Parent Resource Meeting, Tonight, Thursday October 16

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Greer Bautz

The PTA’s first Parent Resource Meeting is Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m. in media center.

Our Parent Resource program is for all parents — whether your child is on an IEP or you wonder about additional ways to support social, emotional and behavioral needs among your growing students.

The first meeting will be a general welcome meeting and overview of local resources. Subsequent meetings will feature speakers and other resources.

PTA Art Reflections 2014-15: “The world would be a better place if…”

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Bess Siegal

Every student at Bells Mill Elementary in Grade K-5 is eligible to enter this amazing arts competition, and everyone is permitted to submit as many entries as you wish, in as many categories as you want! Just be sure to follow the specific requirements for each category (see attachments below) and make sure your creations directly reflect upon the 2014-2015 theme “The world would be a better place if. . .”

The deadline to submit your artwork is November 26, 2014.… Read Full Post