Solar Eclipse
In response to the April 8 solar eclipse, which will occur during school dismissal, we have secured eclipse sunglasses for students. The glasses are AAS-approved and ISO Certified for viewing. To view the eclipse you must look through safe solar viewing glasses (“eclipse glasses”) or a safe handheld solar viewer at all times. The glasses will be handed out to students before dismissal so students can safely view the eclipse.
We have addressed safety concerns for watching the eclipse. This safety information regarding the eclipse can be found on the DESE website. For additional information on the solar eclipse, visit the NASA webpage at: https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/. We appreciate your partnership in reminding your student(s) to not look directly at the sun without proper eye protection.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in making sure our students have a safe and enjoyable learning experience during the upcoming solar eclipse.
Running Club is Back!
The Boyden Running Club is a four week program for K-5 students to meet after school on Thursdays at 3:25pm-4:30pm in the Boyden Gymnasium on May 16, 23, 30 and June 6.
The Students will learn the basics of running, including warm up, stretching, setting and accomplishing goals, self esteem and having fun while exercising.
Our hope is to be able to accommodate all students that want to participate, however the session is limited to the first 75 students that register. Success of the program relies on parent volunteers! Please sign up to help if you’re available!
Introduction to Mindfulness for Grades 3-5
There are many benefits of mindfulness. Research shows mindfulness benefits children’s brains and improves their behaviors. Research shows that students who particpate and/or have knowledge of midfulness are better engaged students.
Sign your child up for an after school program run by Mrs. Audet (one of our School Counselors) and Mrs. Martin (one of our Special Educators) to introduce some mindfulness techniques such as breathing exercises, mediation and more.
It will be one day a week on Wednesday afternoons from 3:25-3:45 PM for 5 weeks. The dates are:
- Aprli 24th
- May 1st
- May 8th
- May 15th
- May 22nd
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (please regiser by Friday, April 12th)
Town Wide Writing Contest
The Walpole Cultural Council is pleased to announce the return of Walpole Writes, a town-wide writing contest open to all residents of Walpole (as well as non-resident students of Walpole schools).
First, second, and third-place winners will be selected and publicly announced in 5 age groups and 2 categories.The age groups are: elementary school (grades K-2), elementary school (grades 3-5), middle school, high school, and adult. The categories are short story and poem. Writers may choose to write about any topic.
The contest is open through April 26 and winners will be announced in May. To submit an entry, writers must complete an entry form with their entry uploaded by April 26. The entry form can be found here: https://bit.ly/WalpoleWrites24
Winners will be recognized at a celebration at the Walpole Public Library on Thursday, June 20. The Walpole Cultural Council will create a publication of winning entries. Walpole Writes is sponsored by Dedham Savings Bank and Sharon Credit Union.
Extended Day April Vacation Camp
April Vacation camp with families. Hours of camp are 9-4. Drop off is 8-9am. Pick up from 3-4pm. Camp will take place at Boyden April 16-18.
Important Dates
- Wednesday, April 10th (School Council Mtg. 3:30 / PAC Meeting 7:00 PM)
- Wednesday, April 24th (Spring Pictures)
- Wednesday, May 1st (District Art Show 6:00-8:00 PM @ Walpole Library)
- Friday, May 3rd (School Store)
- Friday, May 17th (Early Release)
- Thursday, May 23rd (Kindergarten and Grade 1 Concert) (NEW DATE AGAIN)
- Friday, May 31st (Grade 2 and Grade 3 Concert)
- Friday, June 7th (Grade 4 and Grade 5 Concert)
- Tuesday, June 4th (Grade 5 District Wide Field Day- more info to follow)
- Tuesday, June 11th (Boyden Field Day)
- Tuesday, June 12th (Boyden Field Day - Rain Date)
- Thursday, June 13th (Last Day - Early Release)
Click Here for the Walpole Public Schools School Year Calendar
