WPS Superintendent Updates
WPS School Climate Survey
Over the next two weeks, families will receive an email to participate in a WPS Districtwide Family Climate Survey. The purpose of the survey is to learn more about you and your child’s experiences in our schools. We have partnered with K12 Insight to administer the survey, compile the results, and analyze feedback. Walpole Public Schools values your feedback, and we appreciate your ongoing contribution as we strive to cultivate an optimal learning environment for our students. If you have not completed the survey, additional reminders will be emailed.
Honoring a Year of Student Leadership and Voice
This week marked the last meeting of our WHS Superintendent Student Cabinet. Thank you to the Cabinet members for their dedication and collaborative efforts throughout the year. Their perspectives and insights were invaluable, and I have no doubt that their contributions will continue to shape and enrich the educational experiences of their fellow students.
WHS Robotics Team Shines on the World Stage!
Congratulations to our WHS Robotics Team which earned second place at the Robotics World Championship in Dallas. Their outstanding performance on the field and excellence in engineering processes led to several prestigious awards, including the program’s first-ever Autonomous Award. The team concluded the season ranked among the top 48 teams worldwide. In addition, Dyuthi P. and Zena G. were recognized as Dean’s List Finalists, honored as outstanding student leaders and exemplary members of their communities, representing both Walpole and all of New England at the Championship. Well done!
Celebrating Excellence: Walpole Honorees at the NCTA Annual Awards Banquet
We would like to congratulate the following educators who will be honored next month at the Norfolk County Teachers Association's Annual Awards Banquet:
Rookie of the Year: Kristine Udahl, 5th Grade Teacher, OPR
Honor Award: Erica Curran, 3rd Grade Teacher, OPR
Service Award: Marie Doherty, LTS WHS, former WHS Adjustment Counselor
Their dedication, service, and impact in our schools continue to inspire. Please join us in celebrating their well-deserved recognition!
Extended Day - Pilot Summer Program
We are excited to announce that Extended Day is running a Pilot Summer Program. We are anticipating registration to fill quickly and will do our best to enroll as many waitlisted students as possible.
The camp will run for four weeks at Fisher Elementary and offer an Extended-Day PM option. Registration is currently open for incoming first through sixth graders. Registration is available for individual weeks, with the option to register for all four weeks at a discounted rate.
Click HERE to register or reach out to Dan Santangelo (dsantangelo@walpole.k12.ma.us) or Evan Storlazzi (estorlazzi@walpole.k12.ma.us) with any questions.
School Bus Registration
Bus registration for the 2025-26 school year is open. ALL parents and caregivers who want their students to ride the bus for the 2025-26 school year MUST register. The transportation fee is $300 per student with a family cap of $600. Register online at www.myschoolbucks.com. Registrations received after June 13th will be assessed a $25.00 late fee per rider. Registrations received after July 1st will be assessed a $50 late fee per rider. Routes will be posted on the district website a week prior to the start of the school year.
If you prefer not to register online, please complete the registration form and mail it to Walpole Public Schools, 135 School Street, Walpole, MA, 02081, Attention: Transportation Office. Please make checks payable to the Town of Walpole.
Students in grades K-6 who live over two miles from their attending school (list of eligible streets can be found HERE) and students who qualify for free and reduced lunch are eligible for free bus transportation. Registration is required for all students, including those who qualify for free transportation. If you have questions, please contact Kim Poirier, Transportation Coordinator, at wpstransportation@walpole.k12.ma.us or 508-660-7200, Ext. 5276.
Virtual Internet Safety Presentation Hosted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office
The US Attorney’s Office will be hosting a virtual internet safety presentation: “Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online: A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents” on Wednesday, June 4th from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. A Q & A session will follow the presentation. Advanced registration is required. You may register for the webinar here
For more information, click here.
Memorial Day
Finally, the last weekend in May provides us with an opportunity and much needed time to get together with family and friends. As many of us look to this weekend as the unofficial kick off to the summer, it is also a time to pause and honor military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. I am proud to be part of a military family. My grandfather, Marine Corps Sgt. Major, fought in WWI, WWII, and the Korean War, my uncle, Navy Veteran, fought in Vietnam, and my father was a Navy Corpsman. Fortunately, they all made it home after the completion of their service. I continue to visit those family members at Arlington National Cemetery and Bourne National Cemetery and to pay my respects to those who never made it home. On Monday, May 26th, please take the time to salute our fallen and honor our heroes.
