Message from Mr. Imbusch
Dear students, staff, and parents/guardians:
Last Monday evening, Town Meeting voted to approve article 12 (WHS Renovation/Addition). This is great news for the whole community, and I would like to publicly thank the various Town committees and RTM’s that voted to support this project.
The plan, which has been in the works for a number of years, prioritizes the following:
It addresses the Science and STEM facilities
It addresses our underserved music, physical education and athletic programs
It enhances student services and allows for a flexible multi-purpose space
It improves the entire exterior high school site for areas such as parking, site traffic and pedestrian safety.
This website will provide you with information about the project, including a series of FAQ’s and interior floorplans (some with QR codes that allow you to see 3D interior modeling). I look forward to seeing these plans become a reality over the next two years.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Stephen Imbusch
Principal
From the Office of Student Support & Attendance
Dear families,
Please read this month's newsletter. It contains links to the WPS Health Services Department and other helpful sites you can use when making decisions about whether or not you should send your child to school based on symptoms of illness.
"What if my child is sick?" - https://secure.smore.com/n/9ga8n
The newsletter is also posted on the Walpole Public Schools website.
New Volunteer Opportunity - WHS Welcome Committee
The counseling department is looking for student volunteers who would be willing to serve as tour guides for new students and help introduce them to our community. Please complete the short form linked below if you are interested in volunteering! This is open to students in all grades.
Greetings WHS Class of 2025 Families
I am writing to let you know that we are in the process of collecting Senior class dues which cover the cost of their yearbook, graduation cap and gown, and Senior Class Dinner. All monies must be received by the November 1st deadline or there is a possibility that your graduating Senior may miss out on receiving these items. We will not order additional yearbooks past this date.
The $140 fee may be paid in the following ways:
PREFERRED PAYMENT METHOD
Pay by check - payable to “Town of Walpole.”
All checks should include the student’s name and year of graduation on the memo line.
The canceled check will serve as a receipt. Checks can be dropped off in the Main Office.
ALTERNATE PAYMENT METHODS
Pay by cash: If dues are paid in cash, a receipt will be issued.
Pay using Venmo: @Whs-Donations
In the “What’s this for?” box include the following
a. Student’s FULL name
b. Year of Graduation
c. write “CLASS DUES”
i.e. Bob Smith, 2026, Class Dues
If you are unsure of how much money your student owes, please email me at kbacon@walpole.k12.ma.us and I can let you know your child’s balance.
Should you have any questions or concerns regarding paying class dues, please reach out to your student’s Assistant Principal.
Kristina Kelleher-Bianchi (last names A-J) kkellehr@walpole.k12.ma.us
Lee Tobey (last names K-Z) ltobey@walpole.k12.ma.us
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Kate Bacon
Senior Class Advisor
Spooky Students, Unite!
There's only one week left to scare us all with your two-sentence terror tales! Mrs. Lamar, the Queen of Creepy, is on the hunt for the scariest story in the land. The winner will be crowned the Master of Mayhem and receive a bucket of spooky treats, bragging rights that'll last a lifetime, and a bookmark featuring their chilling masterpiece. Let's see what you've got! Use the QR code to enter.
November 15th WMS/WHS Skating Event
We are excited to offer a social gathering for Middle and High school students in the METCO Program and Walpole resident students. This opportunity will allow them to come together for an afternoon of skating and pizza.
The social gathering will take place in Boston at Chez Vous Skating Rink on Friday, November 15th, from 12:30 -2:30pm. Students are encouraged to sign up for the event. This event is free and food will be provided. Transportation will be provided from Walpole Middle and High School to Chez Vous, and return to Walpole High School around 3:30pm. There is space for fifty Walpole resident students to attend. Twenty-five from each school. My hope is to have two counselors/staff from the middle school and high school to attend and assist as chaperone. Because this is an event for students only, parents are not required to join. Parents do have the option of meeting us there. Students in the METCO program must be picked up from Chez Vous Skating Rink by 2:30pm
Parents/students must sign up via the Google form:. Please fill out this Google Form
Permission Slips must be returned by Thursday, October 31, 2024
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Attached is the flyer for the event.
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Atisha Winslow
Walpole METCO Program Director K-12
(508) 660-7257 ext 5234
275 Common Street
Walpole MA 02081
WHS Latin Club trip to Sicily
The November deadline for joining the WHS Latin Club trip to Sicily this April is fast approaching! If you are still interested in this amazing opportunity, you can sign up at --
https://www.paideiainstitute.org/walpole_high_school_2025
Contact Mr. Gabriel Bakale (gbakale@walpole.k12.ma.us) if you have any questions.
WHS Humane Society
The WHS Humane Society is once again running the Pets of Walpole High Calendar fundraiser. Submit photos of your pets and purchase a calendar that celebrates all of our fur babies! All proceeds are donated directly to local animal shelters. Calendars will be available before December break. All animals are welcome and encouraged!
Photos and orders can be submitted here: Pets of Walpole High 2025 Calendar
Photography Club
Photography Club will meet Thursday October 31, 2024. The theme is Halloween of course. It's that spooky day and we are meeting. Ghosts, goblins, and witches, and all those spooky decorations are all out. There is so much to take pictures of this time of year whether you like the creepy Halloween decor or the fun Halloween decor we are excited to celebrate with you. Candy, candy corn, candy apples, all are fun too. Follow our instagram to see what is happening in Photography Club here at WHS:
whs_photographyclub123 Anyone that wants more information can email: jdagostino@walpole.k12.ma.us
WHS Robotics Team
The Robotics Team's updates are in our latest Wolf Tech Monthly. You can catch up with what the team has been up to in the month of September. The Timberwolves and Pup Cups have been very busy this past month. Take a moment to read all about what the team has been doing. The team does community work and is getting ready for the upcoming season.
Message from the Athletic Director
All event information is listed in the link below. We look forward to seeing you at the games.
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/
How to follow WHS Athletic Department
Email: rdowd@walpole.k12.ma.us
Phone: 508-660-7257
Twitter: @WalpoleAD
WHS Contact Information
Email: simbusch@walpole.k12.ma.us
Website: http://walpolewhs.ss5.sharpschool.com/
Location: 275 Common Street, Walpole, MA, USA
Phone: (508) 660-7257
Twitter: @WalpoleHS