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Celebrate Black History Month—Take Home Activity Below

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February is Black History Month, and in 2026 we are celebrating the national theme “A Century of Black History Commemorations.” This theme highlights how Black history has been remembered, honored, and taught for more than 100 years through schools, families, books, celebrations, and community traditions.

To help students connect to this idea, we are sending home a family activity called “Hands That Changed History.” In this activity, students will learn about an influential Black American and reflect not only on their achievements, but also on why their story continues to be remembered today.… Read Full Post

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Register Now for Girls on the Run

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Spring 2026 registration for Girls on the Run is open for ALL sites.

Register now—we have limited spots available.

  • The program is open to girls in 3rd-5th grade.
  • Spring 2026 season will begin the week of March 8th.
  • The standard schedule is two practices per week; schedules may vary by site.
  • The 5K will take place on Sunday, May 17th, at the Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda (see more information on the 5K page).
  • Season ends on Friday, May 22nd

This season, the Girls on the Run and Heart & Soles teams will offer in-person programming at several locations across Montgomery County.… Read Full Post

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Spring Session Registration for BMES Model UN is Open

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Model United Nations (or Model UN) is an authentic simulation of the United Nations General Assembly in which students act as country delegates and engage in acts of diplomacy, negotiation, and decision making. The program is offered through Global Minds, LLC, founded in 2021 by former Bells Mill/Cabin John parents, Audré Park and Shreelata Durbhakula.

Global Minds offers three 8-week instructional sessions (Fall, Winter and Spring) throughout the year, and serves as administrators to register students in local Model UN conferences at the U.S.… Read Full Post

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Bells Mill PTA Talent Show is Tomorrow!

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The kids have been practicing for months, the dress rehearsals are happening, and the stage is set – sometimes the light’s all shining on me! Join us tomorrow, February 6 at 6 p.m.at Cabin John Middle School for the ever-popular BMES PTA Talent Show! Please note that the talent show is at Cabin John Middle School, not Bells Mill.

Please RSVP here if you are planning to attend the talent show. Attendance at the talent show is free, but if you are so inclined, please consider making a donation to the PTA at that same link to become a supporter of the arts!… Read Full Post

Save the Date: Bells Mill Science Fair & STEM Night – March 22

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Bells Mill PTA will host a Science Fair & STEM Night on Sunday, March 22! We encourage any interested student to participate in the Science Fair by completing a project and showcasing it that night. We will be sharing more information on what’s required for student projects, along with a link to register your project soon.

Parents, we need your help running exciting and interesting experiments throughout the night. A signup link to volunteer with also be available in the coming weeks.

Save the Date: Bells Mill PTA International Festival, April 17

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Mark your calendar for Friday, April 17 for the return of the BMES International Festival. The festival 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.

For those looking to host a table or to volunteer for this year’s event, links to sign up will be available soon.… Read Full Post

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Spring Enrichment – New Classes Available!

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Even though it feels like we’re living inside a snow globe lately… it’s actually the perfect time to start dreaming about spring. Because while we’re scraping windshields and piling on layers, spring enrichment classes are quietly filling up fast.

Longer days. Lighter jackets. Kids running around outside again. And all those fun after-school activities that spark their creativity and confidence.The best part? You don’t have to wait for the snow to melt to plan for it.… Read Full Post

MCCPTA – Upcoming Meetings and Events

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MCCPTA Curriculum Committee and Gifted Education Committee
Math Night Presentation was held on January 29 – Linked are the presentation as well as a summary of the meeting/Q&A.

Upcoming Math Changes Meeting is tonight, February 5 – MCPS will be hosting a meeting on the upcoming math changes at 6:30pm-7:45pm. More information and the Zoom link can be found here.

Special Education Committee Meeting – February 19 – The Winston Churchill High School cluster is invited to attend a WCHS PTSA Special Education Committee virtual presentation on Thursday, February 19 at 7pm about free opportunities for students with physical and developmental disabilities.… Read Full Post