The BMES International Festival returns on Friday, April 17. The event will offer displays, performances and food from around the world that celebrates the rich cultural diversity of our school community! Don’t forget that the PTA offers a $60 reimbursement per country table to help cover food, crafts, decorations, and other materials.
Sign up here to host a table. And get ready to travel the world!
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 communications@bellsmill.org. While these are not sponsored or endorsed by the BMES PTA, we’re happy to help share information as appropriate.
Bulldogs Basketball Camp
Bulldogs Summer Basketball Camp at Churchill is back for its seventh year. The camp is led by Churchill boys head coach Dave Blumenthal — a three-time 4A South Division champion, two-time 4A West Regional champion, and 2022 4A state finalist — along with his staff and current players.… Read Full Post
We are incredibly proud of our readers and deeply grateful for the support that made this year’s Read-A-Thon such a tremendous success.
Together, our community logged an amazing 213,000 minutes of reading and raised $22,000 for our school — truly outstanding! These accomplishments reflect the enthusiasm of our students and the generosity of our families and supporters. Thank you for being such an important part of this success.
Congratulations to all of our students for their dedication, effort, and excitement for reading!… Read Full Post
The Bells Mill Science Fair & STEM Night is scheduled for Sunday, March 22 from 4:30-6 pm. We encourage any interested student to participate in the Science Fair by completing a project and showcasing it that night. Register your science fair project today!
Thanks to those who have volunteered to help run STEM experiments. We appreciate it!
Learn more about student project requirements.
We’re in the FINAL stretch of the Bells Mill Read-A-Thon!
Reading minutes count until tomorrow at 5:00 PM, and the platform will remain open through Monday for any last-minute donations.
Bells Mill has been doing an amazing job so far, but the big question is… can we surpass our goals before the final buzzer? Let’s finish strong!
Top Fundraising Class:
Elliott
Most Minutes Read by Grade:
Kindergarten – Gouskos
1st Grade – Ginsburg
2nd Grade – O.… Read Full Post
The Bells Mill PTA is excited to help coordinate a variety of before & after-school enrichment activities this spring! From sports to STEM and art, there’s something for everyone.
Important: All programs are run by outside providers (not the school or PTA). Please contact the vendor directly with any questions about schedules, supervision, or safety.
Spring Offerings – Register via Kiddo.
Clay Art with Jimmy Potter’s Workshop (Mon, K–5)
Create spring-themed pottery like Monet gardens, cherry blossoms, and tulips.… Read Full Post
Testify on HB1084 on March 22 re: MCPS Calendar Changes
MCPS is seeking a legislative solution to its school calendar challenges, House Bill 1084, and this bill has passed the House of Delegates and will be heard by the Senate EEE Committee on March 24. Anyone can sign up to provide written testimony, oral testimony (in-person or virtual), or both. We urge you to share your thoughts as this affects every student in MCPS.
The Ed Committee Chairs are recommending submitting “Favorable With Amendments” testimony.… Read Full Post
On March 9, Bells Mill students enjoyed a special assembly presented by Story Tapestries in recognition of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Through engaging storytelling, movement, and performance, presenters Arianna Ross and Jessica Wallach invited students to explore themes of disability, difference, and belonging.
Using folktales such as Thumbelina, the performers encouraged students to imagine the world from different perspectives and connect with the experiences of others in a creative and meaningful way. The interactive performance captivated students across grade levels and sparked thoughtful conversations about empathy and inclusion.… Read Full Post
The Bells Mill Elementary School PTA is seeking a parent volunteer to serve as our representative to the NAACP Parents’ Council. The NAACP Parents’ Council works to support equity, access, and excellence for all students across Montgomery County Public Schools. The representative attends monthly evening meetings (typically virtual), shares relevant updates with our community, and brings questions or concerns from Bells Mill families to the broader council. This is a meaningful opportunity to stay informed, build connections across the county, and help ensure all voices in our school community are heard.… Read Full Post
Each week, the PTA will share information from other schools in the cluster or community programs that provide opportunities to connect and help each other. If you have anything you would like to add, email communications@bellsmill.org. While these are not sponsored or endorsed by the BMES PTA, we’re happy to help share information as appropriate.
Public Speaking Club for 4th and 5th Graders
Hello Parents,
My name is Kumayl Bandukwalla, and I am a Junior at Winston Churchill High school.… Read Full Post