Early Out for Winter Break 🎄
Please remember that today is an early out for all Wells Combined School students.
🕜 Student pickup time: 1:45 PM
📅 School will resume on January 6th.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday break!
Please remember that today is an early out for all Wells Combined School students.
🕜 Student pickup time: 1:45 PM
📅 School will resume on January 6th.
Have a safe and enjoyable holiday break!
PAES Lab held their “Employee” Christmas party yesterday! 🎄
They enjoyed some fun games and wrapped up the celebration with a festive gift exchange. 🎁
They enjoyed some fun games and wrapped up the celebration with a festive gift exchange. 🎁
Wells FFA members volunteered to help the Wells Resource Center wrap gifts for this year's Angel Tree. Our chapter has been helping with this activity for over a decade and we look forward to next year!
🏀 Bulldog Invitational Recap 🏀
The Wells Varsity Girls Basketball team had a strong weekend at the Bulldog Invitational!
Friday, Dec. 12 – Big win over Coleville High School, 48–26
Saturday, Dec. 13 – Fell to Smith Valley High School, 37–53
Saturday, Dec. 13 – Bounced back with a hard-fought win over Tonopah High School, 35–28
Way to battle all weekend, Lady Leopards! 🐆
Basketball Recap: Wells Triumphs
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Tonopah Muckers
By Team Reports
Dec 15, 2025, 2:04 am
Wells won the last time they faced Tonopah and things went their way on Saturday too. The Leopards came out on top against the Muckers by a score of 35-28.
Wells' victory bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Tonopah, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Looking ahead, Wells will venture away from home to face off against Pahranagat Valley at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
The Wells Varsity Girls Basketball team had a strong weekend at the Bulldog Invitational!
Friday, Dec. 12 – Big win over Coleville High School, 48–26
Saturday, Dec. 13 – Fell to Smith Valley High School, 37–53
Saturday, Dec. 13 – Bounced back with a hard-fought win over Tonopah High School, 35–28
Way to battle all weekend, Lady Leopards! 🐆
Basketball Recap: Wells Triumphs
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Tonopah Muckers
By Team Reports
Dec 15, 2025, 2:04 am
Wells won the last time they faced Tonopah and things went their way on Saturday too. The Leopards came out on top against the Muckers by a score of 35-28.
Wells' victory bumped their record up to 6-2. As for Tonopah, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-4.
Looking ahead, Wells will venture away from home to face off against Pahranagat Valley at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
A HUGE shout out to all of the classes and clubs that helped by bringing in food for our annual holiday food drive. We collected over 525 pounds of food to help those families in our community this holiday season.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Merry Christmas!
WHS Leadership Class
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
Merry Christmas!
WHS Leadership Class
🐾Boys Basketball Update 🐾
On Friday, December 12, 2025, the Varsity Boys Basketball team fell to Pyramid Lake High School during the Smith Valley Invitational, 37–55.
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the Leopards dropped two games at the tournament. Wells was defeated by Smith Valley High School, 32–76, and later fell to Virginia City High School by a score of 33–58. 🏀🏀
**Basketball Recap: Wells Takes a Loss**
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Virginia City Muckers
By Team Reports
Dec 14, 2025, 11:36 am
Wells was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They came up short against the Virginia City Muckers, falling 58-33. While losing is never fun, the Leopards can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nevada basketball rankings (they are ranked 72nd, while the Muckers are ranked 11th).
Wells' defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Virginia City, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 6-1.
Wells will take on Pahranagat Valley in a holiday battle at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
On Friday, December 12, 2025, the Varsity Boys Basketball team fell to Pyramid Lake High School during the Smith Valley Invitational, 37–55.
On Saturday, December 13, 2025, the Leopards dropped two games at the tournament. Wells was defeated by Smith Valley High School, 32–76, and later fell to Virginia City High School by a score of 33–58. 🏀🏀
**Basketball Recap: Wells Takes a Loss**
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Virginia City Muckers
By Team Reports
Dec 14, 2025, 11:36 am
Wells was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They came up short against the Virginia City Muckers, falling 58-33. While losing is never fun, the Leopards can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nevada basketball rankings (they are ranked 72nd, while the Muckers are ranked 11th).
Wells' defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Virginia City, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 6-1.
Wells will take on Pahranagat Valley in a holiday battle at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Wrestling Results
The wrestling team competed at the Cody Louk Tournament in Winnemucca with strong performances:
Johnny G – 2nd place
RileyJo G – 2nd place
Tegan R – 3rd place
Dusty U – 3rd place
Cade S – 6th place
Great job wrestlers—way to represent Wells! 🤼♂️💪
The wrestling team competed at the Cody Louk Tournament in Winnemucca with strong performances:
Johnny G – 2nd place
RileyJo G – 2nd place
Tegan R – 3rd place
Dusty U – 3rd place
Cade S – 6th place
Great job wrestlers—way to represent Wells! 🤼♂️💪
PAES Fundraiser Announcement
PAES is selling cookies as a fundraiser to help raise funds for their classroom activities. 🍪
Please contact Rela Shamblin to get you in touch with a student to purchase cookies.
Thank you for your support!
(PAES -Practical Assessment Exploration System, a hands-on curriculum and assessment tool used in schools, especially for students with disabilities, to evaluate their work potential and vocational skills in a simulated work environment, helping them explore careers and develop job readiness.)
PAES is selling cookies as a fundraiser to help raise funds for their classroom activities. 🍪
Please contact Rela Shamblin to get you in touch with a student to purchase cookies.
Thank you for your support!
(PAES -Practical Assessment Exploration System, a hands-on curriculum and assessment tool used in schools, especially for students with disabilities, to evaluate their work potential and vocational skills in a simulated work environment, helping them explore careers and develop job readiness.)
December 16th Dress-Up Day
🎄 Wells Junior High & High School 🎄
It’s UGLY SWEATER DAY!
Break out your most festive (or funniest) holiday sweater and wear it to school on Tuesday, December 16th. 👕❄️
🎄 Wells Junior High & High School 🎄
It’s UGLY SWEATER DAY!
Break out your most festive (or funniest) holiday sweater and wear it to school on Tuesday, December 16th. 👕❄️
As part of the 2025 Festival of Trees, members of the Wells FFA sold hot chocolate and cookies for community service. All proceeds were donated to the Wells Food Bank to help restock much needed supplies for the holidays. At one point, even Santa also stopped by for a quick picture!
Holiday headgear dress up at WJH/HS
The Wells basketball teams will be traveling to Smith Valley for the Bulldog Invitational Tournament
🏀 Friday Games
• Boys vs. Pyramid Lake — 2:00 PM
• Girls vs. Coleville — 8:00 PM
Saturday schedule is pictured below.
Good luck, teams! Go Leopards! 🐾
🏀 Friday Games
• Boys vs. Pyramid Lake — 2:00 PM
• Girls vs. Coleville — 8:00 PM
Saturday schedule is pictured below.
Good luck, teams! Go Leopards! 🐾
🎬 Dress Up Day – December 11th
Junior High & High School
Come dressed as any holiday movie character and show off your festive spirit!
Junior High & High School
Come dressed as any holiday movie character and show off your festive spirit!
Dress-Up Days at Wells Junior High & High School
Our students have been getting into the holiday spirit with some fun themed days so far:
🛌 PJ Day
🧦 Sock Day
🌲 Flannel Day
🌌 Northern Lights Day
🦌 Rudolph Day
🏠 Home Alone Day
❄️ Frozen Day
Way to go, Leopards—thanks for bringing the holiday cheer! 🎄💚
Our students have been getting into the holiday spirit with some fun themed days so far:
🛌 PJ Day
🧦 Sock Day
🌲 Flannel Day
🌌 Northern Lights Day
🦌 Rudolph Day
🏠 Home Alone Day
❄️ Frozen Day
Way to go, Leopards—thanks for bringing the holiday cheer! 🎄💚
Dress Up Day – Wednesday, December 10th
❄️ FROZEN Day! ❄️
Come dressed in your best Frozen-themed or icy winter outfits!
❄️ FROZEN Day! ❄️
Come dressed in your best Frozen-themed or icy winter outfits!
WREC Classic Boys Basketball Update
On Friday, Dec. 5, the Wells Varsity Boys fell to Pahranagat Valley, 17–28.
On Saturday, Dec. 6, the Leopards battled hard but came up short against White Pine, 20–34. 🏀
On Friday, Dec. 5, the Wells Varsity Boys fell to Pahranagat Valley, 17–28.
On Saturday, Dec. 6, the Leopards battled hard but came up short against White Pine, 20–34. 🏀
Our JV Boys and Girls Basketball took on the Elko Indians Freshman Teams during the WREC Classic on Thursday, December 4th.
On Thursday, Dec 4, 2025, the Wells Varsity Boys Basketball team battled hard in their WREC Classic games.
They fell to Tonopah High School 26–31, but bounced back strong with a big win over Round Mountain High School, 41–22!
Great effort, boys! 🏀💪 Go Leopards!
Basketball Recap: Wells Starts Season with Defeat at Home
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Tonopah Muckers
By Team Reports
Dec 4, 2025, 8:51pm
Wells unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a 31-26 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tonopah Muckers on Thursday. Leopards fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Muckers since Thursday.
Basketball Recap: Wells Wins Going Away Against Round Mountain
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Round Mountain Knights
By Team Reports
Dec 6, 2025, 2:34am
Wells won the last time they faced Round Mountain and things went their way on Thursday too. The Leopards strolled past the Knights with points to spare, taking the game 41-22.
Despite the loss, Round Mountain still got an impressive performance from Jordan Penson, who posted eight points in addition to ten boards and four steals.
The win got Wells back to even at 1-1. As for Round Mountain, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
They fell to Tonopah High School 26–31, but bounced back strong with a big win over Round Mountain High School, 41–22!
Great effort, boys! 🏀💪 Go Leopards!
Basketball Recap: Wells Starts Season with Defeat at Home
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Tonopah Muckers
By Team Reports
Dec 4, 2025, 8:51pm
Wells unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a 31-26 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tonopah Muckers on Thursday. Leopards fans who chose to attend the game sure picked the wrong one: it was the first time the team has lost against the Muckers since Thursday.
Basketball Recap: Wells Wins Going Away Against Round Mountain
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Round Mountain Knights
By Team Reports
Dec 6, 2025, 2:34am
Wells won the last time they faced Round Mountain and things went their way on Thursday too. The Leopards strolled past the Knights with points to spare, taking the game 41-22.
Despite the loss, Round Mountain still got an impressive performance from Jordan Penson, who posted eight points in addition to ten boards and four steals.
The win got Wells back to even at 1-1. As for Round Mountain, they are on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-2.
Basketball Recap: Wells' Victory on Friday Extends Winning Streak to Four
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Pahranagat Valley Panthers
By Team Reports
Dec 5, 2025, 11:32pm
Wells put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They took down the Pahranagat Valley Panthers 23-8. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Leopards also won the last time the pair played back in December of 2024.
Wells' victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Pahranagat Valley, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Basketball Recap: Wells' Undefeated Season over After Five Games
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. White Pine Bobcats
By Team Reports
Dec 7, 2025, 2:12pm
Wells lost against White Pine back in January and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Saturday. The Leopards fell 20-9 to the Bobcats. The game marked the Leopards' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
Having lost for the first time this season, Wells fell to 4-1. As for White Pine, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Coming up, Wells will square off against Coleville at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. Pahranagat Valley Panthers
By Team Reports
Dec 5, 2025, 11:32pm
Wells put another one in the bag on Friday to keep their perfect season alive. They took down the Pahranagat Valley Panthers 23-8. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Leopards also won the last time the pair played back in December of 2024.
Wells' victory bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Pahranagat Valley, they now have a losing record of 1-2.
Basketball Recap: Wells' Undefeated Season over After Five Games
Basketball Recap: Wells Leopards vs. White Pine Bobcats
By Team Reports
Dec 7, 2025, 2:12pm
Wells lost against White Pine back in January and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Saturday. The Leopards fell 20-9 to the Bobcats. The game marked the Leopards' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.
Having lost for the first time this season, Wells fell to 4-1. As for White Pine, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Coming up, Wells will square off against Coleville at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
On Wednesday, Dec 3, 2025, the Wells JV Boys Basketball team lost their game against Battle Mountain High School by a score of 14-47.
On Friday, Dec 5, 2025, the Wells JV Boys Basketball team lost their game against GV Christian High School by a score of 22-26.
On Friday, Dec 5, 2025, the Wells JV Boys Basketball team lost their game against GV Christian High School by a score of 22-26.
