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
Due to forecasted inclement weather and current field conditions, Field Day is CANCELLED for tomorrow, May 30. We will be using our Field Day rain date, which is next week, Thursday, June 5.
If you were a volunteer who signed up for the initial Field Day, please check for an email sent yesterday (5/28/25) for next steps on confirming if you are available to volunteer for our Field Day rain date. A new Eventbrite sign-up link will be sent out Friday, May 30 at 4:15 pm to fill any remaining volunteer slots.… Read Full Post
The PTA is bringing back the GeoBowl—a high-energy, all-inclusive geography adventure for students in Grades 3, 4, and 5 during the week of June 2!
This year’s spotlight is on Africa, Asia, and Europe, and every student gets to join the fun (yep, it’s happening during the school day!). Each grade will have its own exciting event, complete with a live scoreboard to cheer on top contenders in real time.
Want to level up your geo-skills?… Read Full Post
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
We’re turning the Bash BLUE this year to celebrate an incredible achievement—Bells Mill is officially a 2024 Blue Ribbon School! Join us for an evening of fun, friends, and festivities next Thursday, May 29 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm.
To celebrate this huge honor, admission is FREE! Just be sure to wear your best BLUE and bring your school spirit!
Here’s what’s in store:
Important Details:
As we head into the final stretch, a big THANK YOU for two awesome events!
Spring Breakfast with Bears was a sweet success—over 300 donuts served! Huge thanks to Anna Wilkes Brown, Virginia Runko, and all our amazing volunteers.
Restaurant Night at California Tortilla raised $180, bringing our total to $990 this year! Thanks to everyone who supported us, and shoutout to Danielle Somers and Belinda Tan for organizing. Stay tuned for returning favorites and new spots next year!
Nearly half of MCPS middle schoolers aren’t reading at grade level. With the StudySync contract ending this year, the Board of Education is set to vote May 22 on a new ELA program—CKLA, already used in elementary schools. CKLA offers strong ELA instruction, novel studies, supports for ESOL students, parent transparency, and great value—making it an ideal next step for middle school.
Please email the Board of Education to share your support and your experiences with CKLA as a current or future middle school parent.… Read Full Post
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.
Spring/Summer Academic Support and Creative Enrichment Classes: Regardless of how qualified you are, as Mom and Dad it is infinitely harder to support your own child academically.… Read Full Post