WHS eNotes

Dear students, staff, and parents/guardians:

Wishing you all a happy May Day. Celebrated on May 1, the holiday goes back to ancient European traditions - specifically the Celtic festival of Beltane - which marked the return of spring and the start of summer. It was a time to recognize life, growth, and renewal, often celebrated with fires, dancing, and flowers.

Additionally, for those who have been following the proposed cellphone legislation in Massachusetts, the House recently passed a bill that includes provisions to limit cellphone use during the school day and requires districts to implement clear policies around personal electronic devices. You can read more about the bill here.

Enjoy the weekend and the arrival of the spring season!

Sincerely,

Stephen Imbusch

Principal

Members of the United States Attorney’s Office, Homeland Security Investigations Child Exploitation and Computer Forensics Group, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children will be bringing a virtual webinar Keeping Kids Safe & Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Adults. The presentation will bring awareness to the dangers children face online today and educate adults on how to keep them safe. The flyer is attached and details, including registration link is below. Please feel free to share this email and flyer with your staff and parents/guardians.

A message for students (and families of students) taking the SAT tomorrow:

Please review this link of things to bring with you. It is essential that you bring a valid photo ID. A photocopy or digital version of your ID will not be acceptable. Your school ID, drivers license, or passport will work. Good luck!

The Walpole Public Schools will be exhibiting a District Art Show, Grades K-12, for the entire month of May at the Walpole Public Library.

There will be an opening reception on Wednesday, May 6th from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

All are welcome. Please stop by to admire the work and meet the artists and teachers!

Bonjour! The WHS French club is organizing a trip to France during the summer of 2027. The trip will include 2 weeks of French classes, nature and culture activities, home-stays with French families, and a three night excursion to Paris. Our first informational meeting for students will be next Thursday, May 7th after school in room 1334.

Families who are interested in playing football next year are invited to attend an informational meeting on May 6th at 7:00 PM in the high school cafeteria. The meeting will be hosted by Coach Sullivan, and attendance is expected for both parents/guardians and students.

Registration is OPEN May 1 for the

53rd Annual Walpole Labor Day Road Race!

Register Early for your free race t-shirt

at walpoleroadrace.org

We are sending this out early this year due to the construction that will be going on during the summer. Please read through this application thoroughly.

After filling out this Google Form, please bring in the following to the Main Office ASAP

1. Current registration form
2. Driver’s license (or permit if you will have your license by September 1) when submitting
3. Checks for $200.00 made out to Town of Walpole – cash will not be accepted

- If you will not have this before the end of the school year- please send it to

Walpole High School

275 Common Street

Walpole, MA 02081

The 24th Annual Walpole High School Film Festival tickets are on sale now! Tickets for the May 7th Premiere at 6:30pm and May 14th Red Carpet Award Night at 5:00pm can be purchased here.

Senior Parents: If you are able to volunteer your time or resources to help out with the WHS Senior Dinner on Wednesday, June 3rd, please fill out this form.

The final Best Buddies meeting of the year will be on Monday, May 4th from 2:05-3:00pm in the cafeteria.

There will be a STEM Academy meeting on Thursday May 7th at 2:10 PM in room 1336 for all STEM Academy members. Attendance is especially critical for STEM Academy Seniors, as the agenda includes graduation requirements. Reminder: Seniors should continue working on their capstone projects until the meeting date and be prepared to give a brief status update. Please contact Mr. Braccini with any questions.

Photography Club will meet Thursday May 7, 2026 after school. The theme is May flowers. It's finally May and hopefully the flowers are out so show us pictures of all those beautiful flowers that have come up for spring, tulips and crocuses. Last 2 weeks the themes were Vacation Photos and Prom. We had some beautiful photos from both and here are a few to see from some of the students. If you would like more information contact jdagostino@walpole.k12.ma.us Follow our instagram to see the pictures from the club: @photography_whs123

Below are some photos from the clubs dual themes from over break Prom/Outfits and Vacation shots

The World Language Department is proud to announce the top five posters that were submitted during our 2026 Poster Contest. They beautifully represent this year’s theme: Fostering a Sense of Belonging through Multilingualism.

The creators of the top 5 posters are: Allie M. ‘28, Aubrie M. ‘28, Morgan C. ‘28, Addison W. ‘29, and Charlotte O. ‘26 and Caisa B. ‘26. Congratulations.

By a vote of the WHS faculty, the winner of this year’s contest is Aubrie M.! Congratulations to Aubrie from all of us in the World Language Department.

The Counseling Department is offering a field trip on May 21st to members of the Junior class who would like to attend a College Fair at Bridgewater State University. Over 100 colleges will be in attendance. Field trip is limited to 70 students, and priority is given to students in good standing who have not exceeded the attendance policy. Deadline to sign up is May 1st or when all spots are filled.

Students will be transported by bus to and from the fair from WHS. There is no cost to attend, but lunch is available in the dining hall for $10.50

Permission Slip

SENIOR parents/guardians: Now that we are in Term 4, the Yearbook staff is kindly asking you to send in any images/candids from Spring-related events for the Senior class. Use this direct link to our Jostens Yearbook image library, or have your Senior upload them into the dropboxes of the Class of 2026 Google Classroom. We’re looking forward to seeing the images you share from the Prom, Film Festival, Spring Sports, Senior Dinner, Senior Walk to Elementary schools, and the Graduation, as well as any other school events.

Info about when Seniors get their Yearbook:

1. The Yearbook comes in 2 pieces. The “Main Book” has all Fall and Winter events/sports and portraits. The “Spring Supplement” is published after graduation and includes all Spring events/sports.

2. The Main Book will be ready for each Senior to pick up at the Senior Dinner on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6pm in the WHS cafeteria. This is when the Senior class has time to sign each other’s Yearbooks. Senior Yearbooks are PAID FOR by the class dues, so NO further payment is required once dues are paid.

3. The Spring Supplement typically gets delivered to the school in July. DUE TO ONGOING CONSTRUCTION at the High School, the Spring Supplement will be stored at Walpole MIDDLE School over the summer and should be picked up there by the Senior or family member. I will send an email to all students and families about when the Spring Supplement is ready for pickup at the Middle School’s Main Office.

Please reach out to Mrs. Harris with any questions regarding the Yearbook: lharris@walpole.k12.ma.us

Attention Seniors: The following scholarships are now available.

WHS Community Scholarship- google form found on scholarship list on student's SCOIR drive

Walpole Teachers Association- google form found on scholarship list on student's SCOIR drive - Due May 3, 2026.

Walpole Firefighters Ryan Ferreira Memorial Scholarship - application in counseling office - Due May 5, 2026.

Walpole Youth Football & Cheer Scholarship- application in counseling office - Due April 30, 2026.

Tom Olen Memorial Scholarship- This scholarship offers financial support for college expenses to a graduating senior who has been directly affected by cancer - Due May 1, 2026.

The Larry Rooney Jr Memorial Scholarship- Any current WHS graduating student who has played high school and/or youth sports. Google form found on scholarship list on student's SCOIR drive - Due April 30, 2026.

Timber Talk for the Spring Season!

Check out the first Spring Episode:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3G12OWPZ9s

YouTube channel:

WHS Timber TV - YouTube

Spring Sports are underway!

Once your student has heard they have made the team, please pay the user fee online or by check. Athletic fees must be paid before your student can receive their uniform.

A reminder that physicals must be dated within the last 13 months. Please turn in an updated copy to the Athletic Office or the Main office.

Physical forms, proof of completion of the concussion course, baseline ImPACT testing, and registration must be completed before a student can attend practices. Please turn this into the main or Athletic Offices.

Fee Schedule:

Spring Athletic Fees - $275 for all sports.

The Athletic website is located on the High School homepage. On this page, you will find forms, registration instructions, online payments, Twitter information, coaches' contact information, and an athletic calendar with the daily game schedules.

David St. Martin

Athletic Director

Walpole Timberwolves apparel check out the link below.

https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/massachusetts/walpole/walpole-high-school

For a list of upcoming events please click on the following link: https://sites.google.com/a/walpole.k12.ma.us/athletics/

Email: dstmartin@walpole.k12.ma.us

Phone: 508-660-7257
Twitter: @WalpolehighADSM

Email: simbusch@walpole.k12.ma.us
Website: https://www.walpole.k12.ma.us/o/whs
Location: 275 Common Street, Walpole, MA, USA
Phone: (508) 660-7257
Twitter: @WalpoleHS

Instagram: @WalpoleHighSchool