Author Archives: Jen Hsin

All Classroom supplies ordered online with EPI were delivered to the school and distributed during the Open House. The packs were labeled with the student name and grade level. Those packs which were not picked up at Open House were sent to the teachers/classrooms directly. If you were not able to pick up your classroom supplies during the Open House please check with your child’s teacher to find out whether it has been received at the classroom.… Read Full Post

Welcome back to a new school year!  It’s been a great first week and we’re expecting another successful year!  Keep in mind the important dates ahead.  Please be sure to keep an eye on the PTA calendar online for all events.

Mon, Sep 10 – NO SCHOOL

Wed, Sep 12 (630p) – Back to School Night (K-2)

Thu, Sep 13 (630p) – Back to School Night (3-5)

Wed, Sep 19 – NO SCHOOL

Fri, Sep 21 – Back to School Picnic

Tue, Sep 25 – Principal’s Tea (Gr K-1)

Thu, Sep 27 – Restaurant Night (Potomac Pizza)

The PTA Breakfast is rapidly approaching.  Thanks to all who are donating goods and volunteering time to help make this a success for our faculty & staff.  We still need a few more items and could use your help!  Please see the Sign Up Genius and provide what you can!

Please note the drop off time and location.

See the link here to see Mrs. O’s August Newsletter.  It is filled with all of the information you will need to start off the school year including important dates, procedures, policies, staffing and cafeteria updates. **NOTE: The Popsicle Social following the Sneak Peek is for ALL GRADES!**

Please take some time to review the information to ensure a smooth start to the school year.

Girls on the Run Fall Registration Will Open on August 21 at 9:00 AM

It is time once again to register your 3rd-5th-grade daughter for the fall Girls on the Run season at Bells Mill. Girls on the Run is an organization where they inspire girls to recognize their inner strength and celebrate what makes them one of a kind. Trained coaches lead small teams through their research-based curricula which includes dynamic discussions, activities and running games.… Read Full Post

Looking for an all in one solution for supplies for the fall?  Check out our own School Supply Sale! Click here to purchase a fully stocked supply kit for your children!  Use School Code BEL237.

All kits will be shipped to parents the week of August 27th.  Free to ship to the school!

Happy summer, Bells Mill families!  Hope everyone is off to great start and enjoying the long days with friends and family.

Please see the attached letter from Mrs. O with the 2018-2019 school supply list.

Bear Posts are the best way to stay informed on all the happenings at the school.  Help spread the word to incoming families on how to stay up to date on all things Bells Mill!  Sign up here .

The annual Bells Mill Bash is THIS FRIDAY, June 1st from 530-800p.  We could use a few more hands to help the event go off smoothly.  Please see the Sign Up Genius to volunteer to help.  SSL Volunteers slots still available, click here.  As usual, this event does not happen without the generosity of our parents volunteers.

Looks like the weather should hold, so expect a great event for the whole family!!  Inflatables, arts & crafts, moon bounces, face painting, music, popcorn, cotton candy, food trucks and more! … Read Full Post

The Geography Bowl is less than two weeks away – Volunteers Needed!

The Geography Bowl is coming up soon! Each 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade class will be sending a team of students to the Bowl. This year, the Bowl will be held on June 4 (5th grade), June 5 (4th grade), and June 6 (3rd grade). Please note the change in dates for 5th grade and 3rd grade. The Bowl will take place between 9:45 – 11:15am (approximate end time) on each day.… Read Full Post