Ursuline Academy Graduates Sixty-One

61 young women graduated from Ursuline Academy this spring, including seven Walpole residents.

Walpole Native Receives U.S. Fulbright Scholarship to Czech Republic

Walpole native Vandana Apte has received the Fulbright Scholarship to teach English in the Czech Republic.

Ursuline Academy Students Inducted in NHS

The National Honor Society acknowledges students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership and service.

Walpole Residents Inducted into National Honor Society

Amanda Giordano, Margaret Heffernan and Emily Lewis of Walpole were inducted into the National Honor Society at Ursuline Academy.

No School in Walpole Tuesday

It's a snow day!

No School in Walpole Monday

It's another snow day for students in Walpole.

No School in Walpole Thursday

It's a snow day in Walpole!

Old Post Road Elementary School Recognized for Academic Achievement

51 Massachusetts schools will receive a commemorative certificate at the State House on Feb. 1.

Walpole High School Out Early Due to Septic Leak

It's an unplanned early release day for WHS students!

Walpole Student Kept Inside Due to Nearby Shooting Investigation

Due to a shooting investigation on Route 1, students will stay indoors .

Walpole AP Scores Beat State Average

Find out how Walpole High School students performed on the 2015-16 AP exam.

Walpole High Graffiti Asks for Dances to Come Back

The vandalism comes on the heels of a decision to cancel all dances at Walpole High School.

Walpole High Listed Among Boston Magazine's Top 50 High Schools

Boston Magazine recently released their list of the top high schools in the Greater Boston area.

Walpole Student Receives National Merit Scholarships

The winners were chosen from a pool of more than 15,000 finalists by a committee of college admissions officers and high school counselors.

Walpole's AP Scores Beat State Average

New data shows that Walpole's AP scores are higher than the state average.

UPDATES AND CLOSINGS: Town Hall Closing Early

Due to the expected storm Monday, the Walpole Public Schools will be closed.

Walpole Schools Closed Friday

The Walpole Public Schools will be closed Friday, Feb. 5, in anticipation of a winter storm.

Massachusetts Ranked Best State for Teachers

Educators in the commonwealth make the 5th highest average salaries in the country, and generally work in quality schools, a study shows.

Massachusetts Students Scores Better on MCAS Than PARCC in 2015

Preliminary PARCC results highlight challenges; MCAS results improve in most areas. State will take vote in November on PARCC.

How Much Does a Massachusetts College Graduate Make?

The U.S. Department of Education lists the top colleges and universities in terms of salary earned by graduates.

Do You Find This Top 'Inappropriate' For Middle School?

A Massachusetts middle school gym teacher did, and singled out a 7th grade girl for wearing this top to class on Tuesday.

Where Does Walpole Rank on Boston Magazine's List of Top 100 School Districts?

Boston Magazine recently released its annual list of best schools in the state, based on Department of Education statistics.

Motorists: Watch for Students and Buses

Nearly one-third of child pedestrian fatalities occurred between 3 and 7 p.m.

Walpole School Committee Apologizes for Resident's Confederate Flag

The man flies the flag on his property near Walpole High School. The "rebels" removed the flag from uniforms in 1988.

Beating the Odds: Top Schools That Succeed Despite Inequality

Schools are spread across the country. None in Massachusetts made the list.

Which Massachusetts Schools Make Newsweek's 2015 List of America's Top High Schools?

Fun Fact: High Technology High School rocketed to No. 2 from No. 185 last year.

ICYMI: 50 Massachusetts School Districts with Best Teachers

A national research group ranks the best teachers in districts across the commonwealth and country. But did Walpole make the list?

Walpole Schools Among Top 100 in Massachusetts

A high ranking indicates that the district contains schools with exceptional teachers, sufficient resources, and high-achieving students.

Does School Start Too Early in Walpole?

Teenagers who don’t get enough sleep are more likely to use drugs and alcohol, be overweight and underperform academically, the CDC says.

50 Massachusetts School Districts with Best Teachers

A national research group ranks the best teachers in districts across the commonwealth and country. But did Walpole make the list?

It's Back-to-School Shopping Time: Break Out the ... '80s Leggings?

A national online retailer has released news of what Massachusetts kids want to wear back to school this year and, Dude, it's gnarly.

Massachusetts Schools Ranked Tops in Nation

WalletHub study broke down the best and worst school systems in the country.

High School Valedictorian Plagiarized 2006 'Chipotle Speech'

Walpole High School Valedictorian Vivian Ling issued an apology via her public Twitter account the day after graduation.

Walpole Student Earns Top Honors in Statewide Anti-Tobacco Poster Contest

Second-grader Katherine Donaldson is one of just 12 winners in the 2015 Mass. Medical Society's statewide anti-tobacco poster contest

Applications Available For Summer Institute for Youth Leadership

Do you know of a high school student who enjoys innovative education opportunities and likes to give back to their community?

Over 150 College, University and Financial Aid Representatives Will be at Upcoming College Fair

The New England Association for College Admission Counseling Colledge Fair Date will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 21.

Walpole School Choice: Continued Public Hearing Scheduled

The school choice program allows parents to send their children to schools in communities other than the city or town in which they reside.

BBB Urges Students to Beware of Scholarship Scams

High school students and their parents are often concerned about their upcoming college expenses.

Scam Alert -- How Con Artists are Tricking Student Loan Holders

Fast and easy forgiveness of your student loans! Sound too good to be true? That's because it is.

Massachusetts Ranked as State with Best Anti-Bullying Laws, Policies

While kids in Massachusetts may not escape bullying completely, parents can be relieved knowing the state has laws against bullying.