Category Archives: PTA

Thanks to our Bells Mill community for helping make the Bells Mill Blue Ribbon Bash a resounding success! From bounce houses to a DJ dance party, cotton candy to hot dogs, catching up with old friends to meeting new families, there was something for everyone. We couldn’t have done it without our incredible volunteers—so a big thank you to you all!

Earlier this week, MCPS presented the initial boundary study options for the new Crown High School. Winston Churchill High School is included in the boundary‐study scope, along with Cabin John Middle School and Herbert Hoover Middle School. Although the Bells Mill articulation pattern will not change in any of these four options, the outcome may still affect articulation patterns in middle school for other elementary schools in the Churchill Cluster.

Please check out the website below for more information, including:

Virtual Office Hours and Initial Options 

Initial Options Survey 

For all incoming Bells Mill kindergartners and their families: Come enjoy popsicles and meet new friends before school starts! We’ll gather at the back playground at Bells Mill Elementary—see you there! Please RSVP so we can plan accordingly.

Sunday, June 22 at 10am: https://tinyurl.com/BMESjune
Saturday, July 19 at 3pm: https://tinyurl.com/BMESjuly
Saturday, August 2 at 10am: https://tinyurl.com/BMESaugust

We’re looking for a volunteer this summer to serve as the liaison to after-school program providers for the 2025–26 school year. This role includes researching companies that offer after-school enrichment, coordinating with vendors, and communicating offerings within the school community.

If you’re interested or have questions, please contact president@bellsmill.org.

Are you looking for a chance to make a difference in your community? Bells Mill ES needs parent coaches to have a Girls on the Run team next fall! As a coach, you will be vital in inspiring life-changing transformations in girls and bringing the curriculum to life. This is not just an opportunity to help others but also an opportunity for you to enhance your leadership skills. Imagine the joy of watching girls reach their limitless potential at every practice.… Read Full Post

Greetings soon-to-be Cabin John families: Let’s travel to Costa Rica! Enrollment for this amazing SPRING BREAK 2026 trip is open. Learn more about our travel program and our 2026 trip by attending an in-person meeting on Thursday, June 12. The 8-Day Itinerary was created specifically for middle school students, and we will be exploring one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Travelers will be hiking in the rainforest, visiting a toucan rescue farm, learning about the local culture, going white water rafting and zip-lining, and so much more.… Read Full Post

We’re just a few hours away from tonight’s Blue Ribbon Bash, and we can’t wait to see you there for an evening of fun, friends, and festivities from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. Admission is FREE and we encourage you to wear your best BLUE and bring your school spirit!

Important Reminders

• This event is for Bells Mill families only and not a drop-off event
• Donations are welcome and will support the Blue Ribbon Bash
• If you didn’t order pizza ahead of the event, there will be hot dog trucks onsite from Catalyst and Fred’s, along with ice cream trucks, single-slice pizza, and concession stands, all for purchase.

Each week in Bear Post, we will share information from other schools in the cluster or community events that provide opportunities to connect and help each other. If you have anything you would like to add, email communications@bellsmill.org. While these are not sponsored or endorsed by the BMES PTA, we’re happy to help share information as appropriate.

Free Workshop – Preview of Intro to AI & Coding Summer Class: Bluejay is offering an in-person summer class on introductory AI and coding, designed for students in grades 3 to 5 and taught by computer science professor Dr.… Read Full Post