Author Archives: Jen Hsin

MCPS is in Phase 2 of the Boundary Analysis which involves the use of the interactive boundary explorer tool developed by the consultant supporting the effort by MCPS. It is intended to provide a comprehensive assessment of MCPS boundaries by analyzing various data points. Learn more here. Access the interactive tool here.

Additionally, as part of Phase 2, MCPS is hosing small group meetings to allow residents and stakeholders to provide public feedback which is to be included in the final report that will be used to inform the Board of Education on future boundary planning.… Read Full Post

Read our fall newsletter to learn more about PTA plans for the school year.

Have you joined the PTA yet? Unfortunately, almost 70% of our families have not joined the PTA yet this year! In fact, we have more than 100 fewer members than we did this time last year. We are a stronger organization when all families and teachers join and participate in the PTA. Your membership fees and donations allow us to sponsor more than 50 activities and events each year that benefit BMES students.… Read Full Post

Thanks to all students who entered the pumpkin carving contest. We really enjoyed seeing your pictures and hope you had fun. It was a nice way to celebrate together!

We’re excited to announce the winners in the following categories:

Bear Pride — Siblings Kareena and Amrik for the Bells Mill Bears pumpkin
Most Creative — Siblings Ryan (4) and Rachel (1) for their erupting pumpkin
Favorite Sports Team — Amogh (5) for his Yankees pumpkin

Check out the entries in our Facebook album.

FAMILIES HELPING FAMILIES is a coordinated community partnership between MCCPTA, MCPS, and the MCPS Educational Foundation.

The COVID-19 Pandemic has deeply impacted many families in Montgomery County. The MCPS Educational Foundation is asking our very giving community to support the Families Helping Families campaign. The funds donated through the MCPS Educational Foundation will be turned into gift cards and distributed to MCPS families in need through the MCPS Office of Student and Family Support and Engagement (OSFSE).… Read Full Post

Join GenGreen, an MCPS high school student run nonprofit, in a virtual environmental read-aloud on November 21st from 10:30-11:00 AM. They will be reading “Global Warming & Climate Change: With Theodore” and leading a discussion about the planet through zoom.

Check out their website for other environmental resources suited for elementary school kids. They have coloring pages, DIY videos, and much more.

We look forward to seeing you and your children there!

RSVP Here

Questions? Email [email protected]

Our first PTA meeting was held on October 6 with more than 60 families and teachers attending. We introduced the board, provided a treasurer’s report, and provided a preview of upcoming activities and volunteer opportunities. Read the recap here.

Looking to get into the Halloween Spirit? Join us for a Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest.
How it works: Carve or decorate a pumpkin with your child. Then take a photo of their pumpkin and send it to [email protected] or thru our Facebook page- Bells Mill Elementary PTA. Submissions will be shared on our Facebook page.

Please include your child’s name, along with the best way to reach you if your child wins.

Submission Deadline: Friday, October 30
Winners Announced: Monday, November 2

Categories:
“Bear Pride- Most Spirited Pumpkin”
“Most Creative”
“Fan-Favorite Sports Team”
There will be one winner per category.

The PTA is excited to sponsor a Halloween Spooktacular with Mad Science for all Bells Mill students on October 28. More info to follow from the school!

Look for information coming from the school on materials pickup and some fun Halloween plans! Thanks to the class zoom parents who are helping out with goody bags!

Just a reminder that MCPS is currently providing free meals to ALL Children under 18. They do NOT have to be MCPS Students, School age, or eligible for free meals (FARMS). If you or someone you know needs food, click here for a full list of distribution sites.

There are 74 schools and 5 additional bus drop offs on this list. There is also a list of places that weekend food is distributed. Families can pick up for ALL of their children at the same site, and 4 meals (each) are given on Wed and 6 (each) on Friday.… Read Full Post