Back to School Picnic – September 25
Volunteer Chair Needed—PTA Reflections Art Program
What is the PTA Reflections program? PTA’s Reflections is a nationwide art program which provides opportunities for recognition and access to the arts. Each year, over 300,000 students in Pre-K through Grade 12 create original works of art in response to a student-selected theme. This 50+ year-old program helps them explore their own thoughts, feelings, and ideas; develop artistic literacy; increase confidence; and find a love for learning that will help them become more successful in school and in life.… Read Full Post
BMES Model UN – Fall Session Registration is Open
Model United Nations (or Model UN) is an authentic simulation of the United Nations General Assembly in which students act as country delegates and engage in acts of diplomacy, negotiation, and decision-making. The program is offered through Global Minds, LLC, founded in 2021 by former Bells Mill/Cabin John parents Audré Park and Shreelata Durbhakula.
Global Minds offers three 8-week instructional sessions (Fall, Winter and Spring) throughout the year and serves as administrators to register students in local Model UN conferences at the U.S.… Read Full Post
Odyssey of the Mind – Registration is Open
Odyssey of the Mind is an international program that builds creative problem-solving, teamwork, and performance skills in students. Teams of 5–7 are formed by grade, interests, and balance, with Grades 1–2 in the Primary Division and Grades 3–5 in Division 1. Participants may compete in the Maryland State Tournament each spring, with the chance to advance to the World Finals. Learn more at https://odysseyofthemind.com/
The program is run entirely by parent volunteers and parent participation in this program is vital to its success. … Read Full Post
Colony Grill Fundraiser – Sept. 15-21
Ongoing Updates, Events and Activities
Community Corner
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.
RISE Flag Football Bethesda is offering a Sprint Season (Oct. 5 – Nov. 2) at North Bethesda Middle School. Students in grades K–8 can join a fun, safe, and inclusive flag football league—and you’ll save $10 off the $150 fee when using our code: PTA2025.… Read Full Post
It’s Going to be a Great Year!
Welcome back, Bells Mill Bears! We hope you had a great summer and are ready for a fantastic school year.
If you haven’t already, please consider joining the PTA. Each year, the PTA invests in academic improvement, teacher support, and school resources while enriching student experiences through cultural arts, assemblies, and activities. We help fund classroom materials, training, recess equipment, and planners, and host community events like the Back-to-School Picnic, STEM Night, Talent Show, and more, while also advocating for Bells Mill and its students.… Read Full Post
PTA Kicks Off the Year with Staff Appreciation and Community Wins
The PTA welcomed back our teachers and staff last week with lots of opportunities to grab a bite to eat. Thank you to Kemi Macaulay-Newman for organizing Thursday’s breakfast, and thank you to those who contributed! Thank you to all our Facebook followers for helping us to win the Stock the Teachers Lounge Giveaway from Card My Yard Potomac! And thank you for your membership and donations, which allowed us to provide the staff with salads on Wednesday and Don Pollo on Friday.… Read Full Post
Bells Mill Events Calendar 2025-2026
