Congratulations to AOT for the Nevada Interscholastic Activities Association State Championships 2024 Academic Olympics Class 1A RUNNER-UP!
Isaac, Marco, Carson, Truman, Jesse, Cameron, Mason, Grace and coach Lisa Abbott
Attention parents: There will be a junior high basketball parent meeting on Thursday, November 21st at the Boys & Girls Club to discuss the travel ball league. 6:00 pm.
Our AOT team is competing at STATE in Eureka today. They just made it into the final round! The round will start at about 1:30 pm.
Good luck AOT!!
Wells High Girls Basketball Parent Meeting
Tuesday, November 19th at WHS @6:30 pm
(before the Fall Sports Banquet @7 pm)
A pair of glasses were left in the high school office. If these glasses belong to you, please come to the office to retrieve them.
In collaboration with Buckaroo Boutique, Wells High School’s Hope Squad is excited to announce a Youth Coat Drive on November 22, 2024. Hope Squad will also be selling chili. We invite the community to contribute by donating new or gently used coats and snow pants. Donations can be dropped off at 573 6th Street. Your generosity can make a significant difference in the lives of local youth! Thank you for supporting this important cause.
Intermountain Wells Nevada Clinic will have a provider at the clinic on December 2nd for any athletes who need a physical for winter sports. Call (385) 297-6263 to schedule an appointment.
Attention all WHS GIRLS basketball players...Midnight Madness is back! Tomorrow, Saturday, November 16th, is the first day of winter sports practice and like every year, we want to be on the floor the second the clock strikes midnight. Practice will be about 90 minutes and then the team will watch a movie in the library with snacks and refreshments. Please be sure to bring your sneakers and your sleeping bags. (The real work begins on Monday at 6 PM). Midnight Madness is about team bonding and fun (we are going to run though)!
Today, Thursday, November 14th, SRO Deputy Trevor Sneed engaged all students in grades 7-12 at Wells High School with a presentation on the serious dangers and consequences associated with vaping. His goal was to empower students with knowledge and encourage responsible decision-making regarding their health and well-being.
Intramural boys and girls basketball will play this Saturday, November 16th @ Adobe Middle School, Spring Creek Middle School and Liberty Peak. Wells I girls team will start @ 10:00 am and Wells boys will start @ 9:00 am, with other games throughout the day as shown on the schedule. Here are a few pictures of the game last week... Wells Leopards boys vs Carlin Railroaders
Parents Against Vaping is thrilled to announce the final FREE webinar -Clear the Vapor Conversations. This event, Behind the Cloud: Unmasking the Real Risks of E-cigarettes and Marijuana for Youth with Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, is on Monday, December 2
2:30 PM PST.
Be sure to submit your questions for Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher when you register here This event is free and the recording will be shared with all registrants.
https://default.salsalabs.org/T68a18482-cb31-4e5a-ba27-344dc7852de5/535a4a93-6ad5-43af-b24a-8b3f045d1880
Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, PhD, FSAHM
Marron and Mary Elizabeth Kendrick Professor in Pediatrics II Department of Pediatrics, Division of Adolescent Medicine, Stanford University, PI Reach Lab
Dr. Bonnie Halpern-Felsher is the Marron and Mary Elizabeth Kendrick Professor in Pediatrics II in the Division of Adolescent Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University. Dr. Halpern-Felsher is a developmental psychologist with additional training in adolescent and young adult health. She is the founder and executive director of her Stanford REACH Lab as well as several nationally and internationally used evidence-based drug education preventions and interventions. She is also the President of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine. Funded by the NIH and many foundations, her research has focused on understanding and reducing adolescent and young adult tobacco, marijuana, and other drug use. Her research including over 225 publications, committee, and advocacy work have been instrumental in setting policy at the local, state, and national level. She has served as a consultant to several community-based adolescent health promotion programs, participated in three Surgeon General Reports, participated in six National Academies of Science committees, and has been a member on several national campaigns and committees to understand and reduce adolescent and young adult drug use.
OCTOBER STARS ANNOUNCED
ECSD
November 13, 2024
Stormy Barrett, Megan Hernandez, and Alisa Safford have been selected as the Elko County School District’s October Staff and Teachers Achieving Results with Students (STARS) award recipients.
Sean Caron and Martha Contreras nominated Barret, a bus driver for the school district.
Caron described Barrett as a “superhero” who “demonstrates extraordinary commitment to keeping our kids safe and happy.”
“To say my kids love Ms. Stormy is an understatement. She’s patient and understanding and goes out of her way to make each student feel special," said Contreras. She gets her students books for Christmas, writes them a little note, and wraps them.”
Hernandez, a math teacher at West Wendover Middle School, was nominated by an anonymous individual who shared, “Mrs. Hernandez truly represents the best of ECSD,” noting Hernandez's long hours, willingness to tutor, and effective communication with parents and colleagues. “She is pursuing a master’s degree in secondary math so she can teach accelerated classes to her students.”
Alisa Safford, a third-grade teacher at Wells Combined School, was also nominated twice anonymously. Stafford was recognized for her genuine connection with each of her students and her creative, hands-on teaching methods that make learning exciting and accessible.
“One particular instance that exemplifies her approach vividly is when she transformed her classroom into a race track,” the nomination read. “This creative environment sparked a love of learning in my son, who came home brimming with excitement about his racing day‚ a day that was packed with both fun and academic achievement.”
This recognition is made possible through the generosity of sponsors LeeAnne's Floral Designs, Maverick Gaming, The Star, and the Rotary Club of Elko Desert Sunrise.
Staff, students, and the public are encouraged to nominate any school district employee who demonstrates exceptional commitment and performance in serving our students.
Show your support by wearing colors that symbolize awareness.
On November 14th, wear your BLUE to raise awareness for diabetes, a condition that affects millions.
Then, on November 15th, wear ORANGE for those battling kidney cancer or leukemia. Together, we can bring attention to these critical issues and promote understanding and support for those affected.
Hello Wells Combined School
Just a reminder there is a two-hour early out today, Wednesday, November 13th for all students. Wells Elementary School release time is 1:45 pm. Busses will depart the elementary at 1:45 pm. Junior high and high school students will be released at 1:00 pm for lunch. Have a great day!
Congratulations to our football players for making Nevada Division 1A North All-Division Teams
1st team linebacker & 2nd team running back-Gage U
2nd team wide receiver &honorable mention punter-Cesar B
Honorable mention offensive line & honorable mention defensive line-Marcus U
Honorable mention wide receiver, honorable mention linebacker, 1st team kick returner-Joe D
Honorable mention linebacker-Max D
Hello Wells Combined School Community,
Please note the following important dates:
- There will be no school on Monday, November 11th, in honor of Veterans Day.
- School will be in session on Friday, November 15th.
- On Wednesday, November 13th, there will be a two-hour early dismissal for a teacher professional development day. All students will be dismissed at 1:45 p.m. Buses will depart from the elementary school at that time.
It is a great day to be a Leopard!
Wells FBLA hosted the FBLA Fall Leadership event today at the Boys and Girls Club of Wells. It was a great day of fun and networking!
The History and Family Hunters Club convened for its second meeting on Wednesday, November 6. During this gathering, members engaged in the process of transferring handwritten records to digital format. This invaluable skill ensures the information is easily accessible to those seeking to explore their ancestry or uncover fascinating stories from the past.
They will be meeting the first Wednesday of the month. If you are interested in joining, please contact Mrs. Speir.
Intramural boys and girls basketball will be on November 8th at the Spring Creek Middle School gym and at the Spring Creek High School gym. Games start at 9:00 am for the girls and 10 am for the boys. Good luck to our junior high teams!
Congratulations to 5 of our student-athletes for making the Nevada All-State Academic Team for fall 2024. These 5 students all have a 4.0 GPA!
Johnny G-football
Jesse S-football
Carson B-cross country
Isaac G-cross country
Cameron L-cross country
