Bells Mill Elementary School PTA

Parents, Guardians, Caregivers of students in grades 3 – 5 are invited to hear about information regarding compact math.  The MCPS math curriculum team will be sharing more in-depth information as families prepare their children for middle and high school.

When: Monday, November 13, 6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.

Who: Grades 3-5 Parents, Guardians, and Caregivers, MCPS Math Department and Churchill Cluster Elementary Principals

Where: Churchill High School Cafeteria, 11300 Gainsborough Rd, Potomac, MD 20854

It was great to see so many families and fun costumes at the Fall Festival earlier this week as we head into November!

A friendly reminder that its time to verify and/or update your directory information in the PTA A-Z Directory, especially your child(ren)’s teacher for the 2023-2024 school year. If you haven’t already done so, after verifying your contact information, please join the PTA! We have a full calendar of enriching and fun events planned for our students, staff, and families this year, but it’s only possible with the support of our members.… Read Full Post

Mrs. Kim, on the Building Services Staff, lost her home to a fire a few weeks ago. Fortunately, they had only minor injuries but there is so much Mrs. Kim and her family will need; right now they need some help with clothes and toiletries. Please help as you can and see the sign-up genius for sizes for Mrs. Kim, her husband and son, and where you can drop off the items.

Thank you Dr. Smith and Mrs. Kemp!

Every October, National Principals Month shines a spotlight on our leaders with their unwavering dedication and vision for our schools. They aren’t merely running schools-they’re molding futures, shaping communities and paving pathways to success for every student! Please consider sending your student in with a note or drawing to our amazing Administrators to recognize this event.

And finally, we wish everyone has a safe, fun, and happy Halloween on Tuesday!

The Bells Mill Fall Festival will be held on Tuesday, October 31st.  Students will participate in our annual BMES Fall Parade, which will run from 9:45-10:20am outside of the school. If there is inclement weather, the parade will move inside. Students can come to school in their costumes and are able to wear positive costumes during the parade, only. Students are not allowed to have any form of weapon or blood as part of their costume. … Read Full Post

A note from Mr. Tom- We need your help!

Our Goal for this year is to have at least 50% of our student body to register with the Kids Heart Challenge (KHC) which is free. The 2nd goal is for students to watch the “Hands-Only CPR” video which is also free. Thank you to all those who have already registered! Click this link to begin. Currently we have 21% of our student body registered. If we get 50% of our student body to register with the KHC then we will be awarded a $500 gift certificate for PE equipment.… Read Full Post