Bells Mill Elementary School PTA

The recently proposed Crown Boundary Study options have caused significant concerns within our Bells Mill Elementary School community, as several of the options would cause split articulation to Herbert Hoover Middle School and Cabin John Middle School, before meeting back at Churchill High School.

On December 1, MCPS released four additional boundary options for the Crown/Damascus Boundary Study (Options E-H). As with the four proposed in October, changes are proposed that will affect Bells Mill articulation.… Read Full Post

This holiday season, let’s come together to show our amazing teachers and staff just how much we appreciate all their hard work! We’re treating them to a build-your-own box of baked goodies, and we need your help to make it happen.

You can contribute by baking or purchasing 2–3 dozen of your favorite cookies, bars, or sweet treats to share the joy. Donations can be dropped off either the evening of Tuesday, December 16 or the morning of Wednesday, December 17 (details in the link below).… Read Full Post

• MCCPTA Seeks Your Views on School Chromebook Use
• Donut Fundraiser for 5th grade

Each week, the PTA will share information from other schools in the cluster or community programs 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.

Panda Programmer

Panda Programmer is an after-school program that teaches coding to students. Our students have a blast, as they learn about graphics, control structures, and more all within a solid event-based model of computer programming. … Read Full Post

Happy December! We have a lot lined up for the winter and spring. You won’t want to miss it!

The Literati Everglow Forest Book Fair is coming to Bells Mill December 5-12! The rewards we earn from your purchases directly help our school to pay for books and supplies for the Media Center, grade-level classes and more! Your child will be visiting the fair with their class, and students will have the opportunity to make a wish list or purchase books using cash or Literati Gift Cards. Set up cashless shopping for your child at literati.com/store… Read Full Post

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.

Submission Instructions: 

1. Reflect on the theme, “I Belong!” 
2. Choose an art category (dance, film, literature, music, photography or visual arts)
3. Create your project.

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 at 10.15 am; the show starts at 10.30 am; and the book fair opens at 11.30 am.

As part of their fundraising efforts, 5th grade will be selling concessions at the event; please note that they will be cash only.… Read Full Post