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).
A special thank you from the PTA to our community for supporting our teachers and staff last week for Teacher Appreciation Week! From flowers, to sweet treats to kind notes of thanks, our teachers were made to feel very special and appreciated. Thank you again BMES Staff for all you do for our students!
Last Tuesday we hosted our final PTA meeting of the 2023-2024 school year; a lot of important information was covered in preparation for the 2024-2025 school year, which we plan to recap and share in the Bear Post next week.
The Bells Mill Bash is quickly approaching on Thursday June 6, 5:30pm-8:00pm. There will be bounce houses, games, an ice cream truck (for purchase), and concessions sales. Please plan to purchase tickets and pre-order pizza ahead of the event. We’ll also need some volunteers to make the event a success. We can’t wait to see you there to celebrate the end of the school year! Link to flyer with more information can be found here.
Registration Links: PTA Members, non-PTA Members; Volunteer Signup Form: Sign Up Genius
A friendly reminder to submit any reimbursements before the end of the school year. You can use the online form, or leave forms and receipts in the PTA box in the main office, or email forms and all receipts.
The latest you can submit is Thursday, June 13, or within 30 days from the event. Please email [email protected] if you have any questions about your reimbursement requests, thank you.
To our fabulous Bells Mill Teachers and Staff: You’re not just experts in your subjects, you’re also masters of the “wow” factor. From turning math problems into adventures to transforming history lessons into epic tales, you keep us on the edge of our seats and make every day a new and exciting journey.
And let’s not forget your superpowers outside the classroom! You’re counselors, comedians, and confidants all rolled into one.
So here’s to you, our amazing Teachers and Staff!… Read Full Post
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.
Parents and PTA members are invited to attend our final general meeting of the year. It will be held at 6:30PM in the APR. This meeting is in-person only. Childcare will not be available but children are welcome to attend if needed.
We will be honoring our Reflections Program Participants, voting on PTA officers/delegates and budget for next year, a presentation from Dr. Varsha Morar about Mental Health Resources and hear from Dr. Smith and Mrs.… Read Full Post
Welcome to May! As we step into a new month filled with opportunities for growth and learning, it’s important to take a moment to express our gratitude to someone who plays a pivotal role in our school community.
Yesterday was School Principal’s Day, and we want to honor Dr. Smith, our lead Bear. Dr. Smith has demonstrated unwavering dedication to excellence and fostering an environment where both students and staff thrive. Through her tireless efforts, she not only ensures the academic success of our students but also cultivates a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.… Read Full Post
Purchase your yearbook by this Friday May 3; orders cannot be placed after tomorrow. The yearbook is filled with great memories from the school year and a wonderful keepsake for the students. Each yearbook is $30 and will be delivered to your student’s classroom in June.
To order- visit www.freedpics.com and enter code: BMES24YB to be taken to the Bells Mill Elementary School page to purchase.
May 6-10 is teacher appreciation week! The PTA has a fun week planned to celebrate our teachers and staff, and we could use your help honoring our teachers each day or helping to provide breakfast on Wednesday. Here’s the link to the Signup Genius Form if you are able to help out!
The attached flyer has suggestions on how to celebrate our staff every day next week: Monday: Bring a flower; Tuesday: Write a special note for your teacher; Wednesday: Bring some tools of the trade for the classroom; Thursday: Bring a handmade item or sweet treat; Friday: Write a thank you note or give a treat to someone else in the school building.… Read Full Post
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.
