November PTA Meeting Recap

We held our November PTA meeting on November 2, 2021. We discussed upcoming activities, volunteer opportunities, the MCPS Equity Initiative, and Dr. Smith and Mrs. Kemp answered questions from the community. The minutes and slides from the meeting are available here. Mark your calendar for our next meeting on December 7.

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One week left for our Thanksgiving Food Drive for South Lake ES!

Our sister school, South Lake Elementary School, in Montgomery Village has asked for our help to provide Thanksgiving meals to 40 families from the school who need assistance. The Bells Mill Parent Teacher Association (PTA) and Bells Mill Student Government Association (SGA) are excited to work together to help.

We will be collecting donations of non-perishable food items and monetary donations through a local food bank to help make sure all South Lake families can enjoy a holiday meal.… Read Full Post

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Tonight! ELA Enrichment in Elementary Schools – GEC Community Presentation

The GEC invites all MCPS caregivers to join in for a discussion on the different English Language Arts (ELA) curricula MCPS uses for highly able learners in Elementary Schools.

We’ll  present an overview of the curriculum used in the Centers for Enriched Studies (CES), the Enriched Literacy Curriculum (ELC), and the Supplemental Enrichment Guidance to Benchmark Advance curriculum.

We’ll compare and contrast the curricula, and discuss how you can partner with your child’s school to meet your child’s needs.… Read Full Post

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Join the MCCPTA Technology Committee

The MCCPTA Technology Committee is recruiting members and welcome you to join them for a 60-minute meeting on Wednesday, November 10, at 5pm.  

We will hear from MCPS about their YouTube policy and provide our feedback on some potential changes.  We will also discuss the DRAFT Committee Work Plan.If you are interested in joining, please email [email protected] for the zoom link.

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Superintendent Search — Opportunities to Participate, Now Open!

This fall, our county will undergo the process to search for a permanent Superintendent to take the place of Jack Smith. https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/boe/superintendent-search/ For more information about the posting: JOB LISTING FOR SUPERINTENDENT POSITION   

TO ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN INFORMING THE CONSULTANT ON THE NEEDS OF OUR COUNTY: 

  1. Please use this link (and share with your network) to provide input — PROVIDE YOUR INPUT  (Toggle for English or Spanish – Other Languages Coming Soon)
  1. Please consider participating in one of the two remaining zoom sessions below:
Thursday, November 4, 2021, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
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PTA Meeting tonight at 6:30! Submit questions in advance!

The November Bells Mill Parent Teacher Association (PTA) meeting will be held tonight — Tuesday, November 2 at 6:30-7:30 PM on Zoom. All families and staff are welcome to attend. Dr. Smith will distribute Zoom login info later today (be sure to log in with your student’s credentials!).

The meeting will cover upcoming PTA activities and volunteer opportunities, Dr. Smith will speak on the MCPS Equity Initiative, and Dr. Smith and Mrs. Kemp will address parent questions.… Read Full Post

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Buy tickets for movie night on Wed! Volunteers needed for this event!

Watch “Luca” outside at Bells Mill on a 23′ screen on Wednesday, November 3 at 6:00pm (movie starts at 6:30). Bring your blanket, chair, and a flashlight and set up on the field. Chairs will not be provided. Remember students don’t have school the next day!

Tickets are $10/family. Advanced purchase is strongly encouraged to minimize lines at the gate. Buy your tickets at https://bellsmillpta.membershiptoolkit.com/store/7631. Wrapped snacks, candy, and drinks will be sold for $1/each (cash only).… Read Full Post

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Buy your Ticket for Magic & Muffins! Volunteers Needed! THIS Saturday, 10/30

Join us for Magic & Muffins featuring the magical fun of Professor Fizzwiffle! It will be a fun-filled morning where kids watch a magic show and eat muffins! Although this event is tailored to our younger students, all Bells Mill families may purchase tickets and all siblings are welcome.

THIS Saturday, October 30, 10:00am on the upper blacktop

Please bring a towel or blanket to sit on. Folding chairs will also be available. Everyone must wear a mask unless eating or drinking.… Read Full Post

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Last week! Pick-your-own pumpkins at FarmAtHome

Enjoy time away from the crowds and come pick-your-own pumpkins at FarmAtHome in Poolesville, Maryland while supporting the Bells Mill PTA! FarmAtHome offers no admission fee, contactless, semi-private appointments and has pumpkins, mums, gourds, apple cider, fall decorations, and more for sale in a relaxing, family-friendly environment. Book any appointment online at www.FarmAtHome.com this month and add “Bells Mill” in the notes section. FarmAtHome will donate 10% of sales to Bells Mill PTA! Prepay online and pay for additional items on-site using a QR code.

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