Category Archives: Events

Bells Mill International Festival is Tomorrow!

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The BMES International Festival returns tomorrow, April 17, with doors opening at 6pm. The PTA is so excited to celebrate the incredible cultures that make up our school community. This beloved event will feature colorful displays, performances, and delicious food from around the world. All Bells Mill families are encouraged and welcome to attend, especially those who have never experienced the celebration in past years.

At Bells Mill, we are proud to foster an environment that values inclusivity, respect, and appreciation for different backgrounds and traditions.… Read Full Post

Get Ready for Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week – May 4-8

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Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week is May 4–8, and the Bells Mill  PTA is excited to celebrate the incredible teachers and staff who make Bells Mill such a special place for our children each day. Throughout the week, we will be treating the BMES staff to breakfast, lunch, and other surprises to show our gratitude for all they do.

We would love your help in making this week extra special. Please consider signing up to donate breakfast items, candy for the candy bar, volunteer your time, or make a contribution to support the celebration. … Read Full Post

Bells Mill International Festival — April 17

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The BMES International Festival is coming back on Friday, April 17, and we’re so excited to celebrate the incredible cultures that make up our school community! This beloved event will feature colorful displays, performances, and delicious food from around the world. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us – all BMES families are welcome.

We would love for more families to join the fun by hosting a country table and sharing a piece of their culture with our community.… Read Full Post

Assembly on March 9 – Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

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The Bells Mill PTA has arranged an assembly presentation for Monday, March 9, with Story Tapestries, to recognize Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.

Storytelling & Performance – Disability Through Story

This program is led by Arianna Ross (CEO of Story Tapestries) and Jessica Wallach. The experience uses storytelling, movement, and embodied performance to explore disability, difference, and belonging through narrative rather than lecture.

At the heart of the program are classic folktales, including Thumbelina, that invite students to imagine the world from different perspectives.… Read Full Post

Bells Mill Science Fair & STEM Night – March 22

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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!

We also need help running exciting and interesting STEM experiments throughout the night. Volunteer to run an experiment station.

Learn more about student project requirements.

Get Ready for the Bells Mill PTA Read-A-Thon!

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The Bells Mill PTA’s largest fundraiser of the year, Read-A-Thon, begins Monday, March 2, and we are looking forward to a fun and engaging event for our students. Read-A-Thon inspires a love of reading while giving friends and family the opportunity to support and encourage your child’s reading efforts.

This year, our goal is to raise $20,000 and read a total of 525,000 minutes. With your support, we can make it happen!

What can you do now?… Read Full Post

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.

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