Category Archives: Activities

Sign up for the Bells Mill Talent Show, February 6

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Important Links
Talent Show Entry Form | Volunteer Signup Form | Waiver Form

Calling all Bells Mill student talent; it’s time to shine! The world famous, annual BMES PTA Talent Show is on February 6 at Cabin John Middle School at 6pm (there will be one talent show for all grades). If your child (or your child with a group) would like to participate in the Talent Show, please complete the Google Form.

Everyone is invited to participate, but due to time constraints each student can participate in only one performance (e.g.,… Read Full Post

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with a Poster at BMES

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Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15). Students will be attending a special Cultural Arts Assembly in October to honor this important month. In addition, we’re inviting Hispanic and/or Latino families to create posters that showcase the diverse countries and cultures we’re celebrating. Ms. Pilar Busto, one of our parents, is helping coordinate these family posters for our school.

If you’d like to participate and create a poster for display at Bells Mill, please fill out the Poster Submission Form by October 1, 2025.

Donations Needed for Welcome Back Breakfast—August 21

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We continue to be extremely grateful for all of our teachers/staff and their commitment to our students and community. The PTA has a few welcome events planned, including a special breakfast for our teachers/staff on Thursday, August 21. We couldn’t do it without all of our amazing parent volunteers; thank you for all your continued support!

Sign up here to contribute: Link to Signup Genius

Please drop off your donation between 7:45am – 8:15am at the front door/office.… Read Full Post

Support our Teachers Today – STOCK THE TEACHERS’ LOUNGE 2025!

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Let’s kick off the school year by showing our educators some major love! Our teachers can win a stocked teachers’ lounge filled with snacks, drinks, and goodies—courtesy of Card My Yard, Potomac. Right now, Bells Mill is in a close race with Lakewood Elementary and Fallsmead Elementary; please take a few minutes today to like and share—instructions on how to participate are below!

Here’s how to enter:
LIKE this post on Facebook from Card my Yard
FOLLOW Card My Yard Potomac on Facebook & Instagram
TAG Bells Mill ES Parent Teacher Association in the comment section of the post
SHARE the Facebook post to spread the word!… Read Full Post

Field Day – Rescheduled to June 5

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Due to forecasted inclement weather and current field conditions, Field Day is CANCELLED for tomorrow, May 30. We will be using our Field Day rain date, which is next week, Thursday, June 5.

If you were a volunteer who signed up for the initial Field Day, please check for an email sent yesterday (5/28/25) for next steps on confirming if you are available to volunteer for our Field Day rain date. A new Eventbrite sign-up link will be sent out Friday, May 30 at 4:15 pm to fill any remaining volunteer slots.… Read Full Post

GeoBowl is Coming for Grades 3–5!

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The PTA is bringing back the GeoBowl—a high-energy, all-inclusive geography adventure for students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 during the week of June 2!

This year’s spotlight is on Africa, Asia, and Europe, and every student gets to join the fun (yep, it’s happening during the school day!). Each grade will have its own exciting event, complete with a live scoreboard to cheer on top contenders in real time.

Want to level up your geo-skills?… Read Full Post

From the PTA: Blue Ribbon Bash – Let’s Celebrate in Style!

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We’re turning the Bash BLUE this year to celebrate an incredible achievement—Bells Mill is officially a 2024 Blue Ribbon School! Join us for an evening of fun, friends, and festivities next Thursday, May 29 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm.

To celebrate this huge honor, admission is FREE! Just be sure to wear your best BLUE and bring your school spirit!

Here’s what’s in store:

  • Bounce houses
  • DJ dance party
  • Photobooth
  • Cotton Candy
  • Pizza (pre-order only)
  • Hot dog truck (purchase on-site)
  • Ice cream truck (purchase on-site)
  • Concessions (cash only)

Important Details:

  • Wristbands and a signed waiver are required for all children under 17: Link to Waiver
  • We still need a few more volunteers to help with setup and cleanup.
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Breakfast with Bears – Tuesday May 13

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Please join us on the blacktop for breakfast refreshments (donuts, juice, and coffee) before school on Tuesday, May 13 (rain date: Wednesday, May 14). Each Bells Mill student can bring one special person to share the morning with. To ensure we have enough refreshments, please RSVP by Friday, May 9.

Parent Volunteers Needed: Please consider volunteering for Breakfast with Bears. The event runs from 8:30am to 9:05am, and we will need help before, during, and after to help with food purchases, setup, cleanup, and food distribution.… Read Full Post

Free State PTA Reflections Winner

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We are delighted to announce that Caden Xin has won the Award of Excellence in Literature, Primary Division, at the Free State PTA Reflections for his piece, ‘No One is Perfect.‘

It was wonderful to see Caden and all of the students’ work displayed during STEAM Night—what a celebration of creativity! Congratulations, Caden!