Thank you to all of the PTA Members who came to the last meeting of the year.
Please check the website in the coming days for the passed budget for FY26, our elected 25-26 Board, and our updated bylaws. Congratulations to all of our board members, delegates, and chairs.
Thank you to everyone who helped make International Night such a special evening! With over 25 groups sharing food, photos, and traditions, it was a true celebration of the diverse cultures that make up our Bells Mill community.
A big thank you to our amazing Model UN hosts, talented student performers, and our incredible PTA volunteers and event chairs—Sarah Ghoddousi, Georgia Karamalikis, and Deb Palisin—for making it all happen.
We were honored to welcome Julie Yang, President of the MCPS Board of Education, who presented the Bells Mill PTA with a Certificate of Appreciation.… Read Full Post
MCCPTA would like to hear from our community on our views on the usage of personal mobile devices at school. MCPS will be issuing revised draft regulations on the use of personal mobile devices in the near future based on the “Away All Day” Pilot and other relevant studies and information on screen and device use for students at all grade levels. We have the opportunity to provide input on the regulation as well as hopefully influence the implementation plan they develop.… Read Full Post
The Bells Mill PTA Bash is going BLUE this year to celebrate being named a 2024 Blue Ribbon School! The celebration to commemorate will be held on Thursday, May 29th from 5:30pm to 8pm. We are excited to offer this year’s Bash FREE OF CHARGE to celebrate our success. Please wear BLUE! There will be bounce houses, games, a DJ, photobooth, cotton candy, an ice cream truck (purchase on site), hot dog food truck (purchase on-site), pizza (pre-order only) and concessions for sale (cash only). … Read Full Post
We are so proud that Bells Mill was recognized as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon School by the US Department of Education. For a limited time only, purchase a commemorative Bells Mill Blue Ribbon t-shirt! These t-shirts, designed by our very own Mrs. Grey, are available for purchase through Sunday, May 18, and all proceeds go towards the 2025 Blue Ribbon Bash celebration on May 29! T-shirts will arrive around May 29.
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.
Churchill Field Hockey is hosting their annual skills clinic on Saturday, June 7, from 9:00AM to 11:00AM. This clinic is for girls in grades 3-8 from any school and will be run by returning Churchill varsity field hockey team members and coaches. … Read Full Post
We invite all parents and PTA members to attend our final general PTA meeting of the school year. This important meeting will include celebrations, key votes, and updates as we wrap up the year and look ahead. Please see the PTA website for Drafts of Budget and Bylaws.
Date: Tuesday, May 6
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: APR (All-Purpose Room)
Format: In-person only
Please note: Childcare will not be provided, but children are welcome to attend if needed.… Read Full Post
Monday, May 5, is the final day to order the 2024-2025 Bells Mill Elementary School yearbook. The order link is now working, so don’t wait—place your order today!
Questions? Email [email protected].
The Bells Mill community is heartbroken by the passing of Miss Wolfe, who left us earlier this week. Miss Wolfe was not only a beloved kindergarten teacher but also a cherished and irreplaceable part of the BMES family. Over the years, she touched the lives of countless students, families, and colleagues with her unwavering dedication, infectious enthusiasm, and deep love for teaching.
Miss Wolfe had a unique gift for making every child feel seen, valued, and excited to learn.… Read Full Post
Join us on Friday, May 2, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM to celebrate the rich cultural diversity of our school community. Enjoy delicious food, vibrant performances, and interactive country table displays!
For more information or if you would like to help with setting up or volunteering at the event, please reach out to Sarah Ghoddousi or Georgia Karamalikis at [email protected].