Application now Open!
The Walpole Scholarship Foundation Application cycle is now open! Any Walpole resident applying to or currently attending a post-high school institution that offers an advanced course of study may apply for a scholarship. This includes four-year bachelor's degree programs, associate degree programs, and technical certificate programs.
Academic merit, financial need, extracurricular activities (including community service and work experience) and personal qualities are all considerations in awarding scholarships. The selection of the winners is overseen by the WSF Board of Trustees but is determined by an independent group of community members representing all sections of Walpole.
The application deadline is February 1, 2024 at noon. To apply please visit www.walpolescholarshipfoundation.org/apply
A New Approach Counseling
A New Approach Counseling in Canton, MA is beginning a few new groups starting the week of January 8th.
They have an Anxiety Support Group, one for ages 12-14 on Tuesdays from 7-8pm and another for ages 15-17 from 7-8pm. This is a discussion group for those in need of support from peers and provides teens an opportunity to process through events and topics with others in their age group.
They also have a couple of DBT groups starting up, one for ages 12-14 on Tuesdays from 6-7pm and another for ages 15-17 on Mondays from 6-7pm. This group covers the four modules of mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal relationships while helping teens develop these skills to be able to implement outside of the group.
Please reach out to Jennifer Walter, Group Leader, at (475) 882-6474 for more information.
News from the World Language Department November 2023
The World Language Department is offering students the opportunity to earn the Massachusetts Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy is an award given by a school
or district in recognition of students who have attained proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in two or more languages by high school graduation.
The Seal is awarded at two proficiency levels and can be used to communicate with academic institutions, employers, and the community that students are able to study, work, and engage with others in two or more languages. Students who meet the criteria for the Seal of Biliteracy will receive an insignia provided by the Department of Education to be affixed to their high school transcript. An application is available for seniors with testing dates in January. Dates for juniors will be upcoming in the spring. Interested students can talk to their World Language teacher or see Ms. Kay (room 1321 inside the language lab) to receive an application.
Coat Drive
NHS is holding a coat drive and we are looking for adult and children-size warm winter coats. We aim to collect 75 warm winter coats to provide to individuals and families in need. Coats are cleaned by Anton’s Cleaners and made available to a network of over 90 distribution partners made up of local nonprofits, social service agencies, and schools to ensure the coats are given to those who really need them free of charge. We have already dropped off 50 coats! If there are any unused coats that could be donated we would really appreciate it -- there is a collection box in the main lobby. We are collecting through January 7th.
WHS Work Study Program
The Work Study Program is seeking donations of new or gently used hand tools relevant to various trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical work, automotive, and more. Donations can be dropped-off in the main office at Walpole High School or a donation pick up can be arranged. Every tool donated is a step towards securing a brighter future for our students.
For more information, or to arrange a donation pick up contact James Connolly at jconnolly@walpole.k12.ma.us
Message from School Counseling
The following scholarships are now available:
Big Y Foods, Inc. Scholarship- due by 2/1/2024
bigy.com/community/scholarships
Walpole Historical Society Scholarship- available for students pursuing studies in history, library science, archaeology, historical anthropology and any field pertaining to conservation, restoration or preservation of historical materials.
Application can be found in the School Counseling Office
WHS UNICEF Club
The next meeting of the WHS UNICEF Club will be Thursday, January 4th in room 2308 afterschool. All are welcome! We will begin discussing the details of our spring event.
Interested in joining a club that helps provide impoverished children and families with necessities like proper nutrition and education? We meet on the 1st Thursday of every month in room 2308. You can join the WHS UNICEF Club Google Classroom page using the code: 6n53b2n
Message from the Athletic Director
A reminder that no uniforms will be handed out without payment.
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