Hudson School In Hoboken To Hold Open House Saturday

HOBOKEN, NJ — The Hudson School, an independent school in central Hoboken, will hold an open house this Saturday, with separate times for the Upper School and for the Middle and Lower schools.

The school recently announced that, "following several years of operating at maximum capacity as a Grade 5-12 institution, the school has responded by growing its facilities, adding a Lower School, and strategically increasing its enrollment to record levels without compromising its hallmark qualities of inspiring independent thinking and intellectual risk taking."

The school will become a preK through 12 school starting in fall.

See a release from the school below:

Open House Event Details

Date: Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023
Upper School Open House: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at 601 Park Ave., Hoboken
Middle and Lower School Open House: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., 422 Willow Ave., Hoboken

This event promises an immersive experience for attendees, providing insights into THS’s exceptional academic programs, faculty expertise and vibrant community. It's a chance to explore the school's campus and engage with educators and students who embody the school's
commitment to intellectual curiosity, academic innovation and inclusivity.

Thriving Amidst Pandemic Challenges

In a remarkable display of resilience and excellence, THS navigated the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging stronger than ever. The school achieved record enrollment during this period, reflecting its unwavering commitment to providing students with an exceptional educational experience.

Setting the Trend

This expansion comes at a time when public school enrollments have seen a decline while private school enrollments have been on the rise. A recent report released by the Foundation for Economic Education underscores this trend, highlighting the growing preference among parents for independent educational institutions like THS.

A Fusion of Excellence: Mustard Seed School Merger

In addition to its growth, The Hudson School recently entered into a historic merger with Mustard Seed School, renowned for its excellence in PK through Grade 8 education. This merger further solidifies The Hudson School's commitment to its foundational pillars of courage, compassion, and commitment, while expanding its offerings to include a comprehensive PK through Grade 12 educational experience.

Open House Registration is Open

Registration for THS’s Open House is now open. Prospective families are encouraged to secure their spots at this highly anticipated event by visiting: thehudsonschool.org/admission.

THS is excited to welcome a new generation of students and families into its community as it continues its mission to provide an enriching and transformative educational experience.

For further information, please contact:
Michael Szarek, Assistant Head of School for Advancement,
The Hudson School
mszarek@thehudsonschool.org | 201-659-8335

About The Hudson School

The Hudson School, founded in 1978 by dedicated Hoboken educator Suellen Newman, is a renowned independent school located in Hoboken, New Jersey. The school’s foundational pillars are courage, compassion and commitment, offering a rigorous and supportive educational environment for students from PK through Grade 12.

With a rich history of educational excellence and community engagement, the school is dedicated to preparing students for a bright and promising future. THS’s Upper School was added in 1991 by student petition and has been located at 601 Park Avenue campus since 2002. The 2023 merger with Mustard Seed School further strengthens the school’s commitment to providing to providing a comprehensive PK through Grade 12 educational experience.