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Celebrate the Magic of Reading with Eric Energy – Saturday December 6

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Celebrate the magical start of our Bells Mill book fair at the Eric Energy Science Show on Saturday December 6. The interactive show will delight elementary students of all ages and give families an opportunity to visit the book fair together. Doors open 10.15am, show starts at 10.30am, book fair opens at 11.30am

This is a free event for all Bells Mill students, funded by the PTA, but pre-registration is encouraged. If you intend to bring younger siblings, please include them on the registration form.… Read Full Post

Spirit Fridays at Bells Mill is Back!

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Did you know about Spirit Fridays? At Bells Mill, it’s a beloved tradition! Every Friday, students show their school pride by wearing blue and white or their favorite BMES Spirit Wear.

Each week, student representatives pop into classrooms to count how many students are dressed in spirit wear. Help your child’s class earn bragging rights by joining the fun!

Looking for a great holiday gift? BMES spirit wear is a perfect pick for showing school pride all year long.… Read Full Post

Reflections Art Program – Now Accepting Submissions

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Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm on Monday, December 8th, 2025

The ’25-’26 National PTA Reflections Program is now accepting submissions with this year’s theme, “I Belong!.” Students can express their creativity through Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, or Visual Arts. 

This contest provides students with a platform for self-expression, helping them hone their creative talents and explore different art forms. It offers an opportunity to showcase their work, fostering pride and accomplishment. … Read Full Post

Trunk or Treat—Please RSVP and Host a Trunk!

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Bells Mill PTA is hosting a Trunk or Treat for all our families. The event will be on Saturday, October 25, 4:30pm-6:30pm in the school parking lot. Costumes are encouraged!

To ensure we have enough candy for everyone, please register your child(ren) for this event by October 21—we want to make sure that no one goes home empty-handed!

We are still looking for a few more families to host a trunk; the PTA will provide $30 towards candy/decorations to the first 20 families to sign up.… Read Full Post

Save the Date: Bingo Night – November 6

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Mark your calendars! Join us for an evening of family fun, prizes, and laughter at our annual Bingo Night! Bring your lucky charms, enjoy some treats, and connect with our amazing school community. Stay tuned for more details on how to sign up — you won’t want to miss it!

Hispanic Heritage Month Assembly & Poster Project (Deadline Extended)

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We are pleased to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month again this year (September 15-October 15). On October 10, students will be attending a special Cultural Arts Assembly, arranged by the PTA, with Mr Lilo Gonzales to honor this important month (you can listen to his music ahead of time on Spotify)!

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.… Read Full Post

Breakfast with Bears – October 13

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Come join us on the blacktop for light breakfast refreshments (donuts, juice, and coffee) before school on October 13, from 8:30am to 9:05am (rain date: October 14). Each Bells Mill Bear can bring one special person to share the morning with. To ensure we have enough refreshments, please RSVP by Friday, October 10: Link to RSVP SignupGenius

Volunteers Needed!
We are looking for volunteers to help with coordinating food purchases, setup, cleanup, and food distribution for Breakfast with Bears.… Read Full Post