Message from Mr. Imbusch
Dear students, staff, and parents/guardians:
Happy New Year! As you may have noticed, our construction project at the high school is now underway. 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).
Construction and Renovation Phases & Dates are as follows:
Phase 1A – Parking: Dec 2024 (This new lot will be lined this weekend)
Phase 1B – Field House, Greenhouse, Sitework: Dec 2024 – Dec 2025
Phase 2 – Science Wing: June 2025 – Aug 2025
Phase 3 – Music & Multi-purpose space (In the existing gym): Jan 2026 – June 2026
Phase 4 – Student Services and Sitework: June 2026 – Aug 2026
Project Completion: August 2026
Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Stephen Imbusch
Principal
Walpole Scholarship Foundation - Applications Now Available 2025
The Walpole Scholarship Foundation (WSF) is now accepting applications for 2025 scholarships, available at walpolescholarshipfoundation.org. Since 1983, WSF has awarded over 4,000 scholarships totaling more than $5 million to support Walpole residents pursuing post-secondary education.
Eligibility includes Walpole residents and METCO students who graduated or will graduate from Walpole High School, and are applying to/currently attending programs such as bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, or technical certifications. Graduate students are not eligible.
Applications must be submitted by February 1, 2025, at 12:00 noon. Visit the WSF website for details and follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for updates.
Innovation Career Pathways
IBM and the Work Based Learning Alliance are offering students opportunities for paid, 100-hour virtual internships in Cyber Security, Clean Energy, and CAD. Any student interested in participating can register here, the application is now open for the Winter & Spring cycle. Spots are very limited and time commitment is required. Learn more from the internship informational flyer and the student information video. Any student who is interested in learning more about Innovation Career Pathways, please see your school counselor, Assistant Principal or Mr. Connolly.
WHS Speech and Debate Team
Walpole Speech and Debate Team placed 6th out of 31 schools at Natick's Holly Festival on 12/21!
Congratulations to all students who competed! Finalists:
Nirjara Akkole was a triple champion and placed 1st in the pentathlon where students compete in five events! Nirjara made team history as the first Walpole student to achieve this great accomplishment! She placed 1st in Broadcast Editorial, Original Oratory, and Radio Broadcasting and placed 6th in Poetry Reading!
Bhakti Belle broke in both of her events and placed 3rd in Prose Reading and 6th in Dramatic Performance.
Novice Elaina Shobin placed 5th in Radio.
Kayla Ahern earned an honorable mention in Extemporaneous Literature and also competed in the pentathlon in these other events: Dramatic Performance, Impromptu Speaking, and Prose.
Yearbook Announcements for the Class of 2025
Recognition Ads are now on sale
If you would like to congratulate your senior with a recognition ad in the back of the Yearbook, purchase a recognition ad here: Senior Recognition Ads Recognition ads are due by January 31st.
Yearbooks are on sale for Underclassmen
Yearbooks must be ordered by February 28, 2025. Seniors receive their book with their Class Dues. Order yours here: Underclass Yearbook Orders
See flyer attached for how to order a book. Yearbooks must be ordered by February 28, 2025. Seniors receive their book with their Class Dues.
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