The Hudson School

For forty-six years, The Hudson School has been opening its doors in Hoboken to curious and able students who are willing to extend themselves intellectually, physically, aesthetically, and ethically. The Hudson School provides intellectually inquisitive students with a rigorous and relevant college-preparatory education that inspires independent thinking and intellectual risk-taking. Our goal is to develop compassionate, responsible, principled citizens who are socially conscious and committed to lifelong learning and service.

Courage

Our students are constantly asked to demonstrate the physical, mental, and moral strength to persevere in difficult situations. Responsibility is built into the fabric of daily life at THS. Students know that they need to own their education and take the first steps in asking for extra help or planning ahead for absences. Constantly stepping out of their comfort zones, students perform in theatrical productions, organize marches, and present their research in public forums.

Compassion

Compassion is at the core of The Hudson School life. Teachers and students participate in daily spirited discussion and vigorous debate, yet compassion is the foundation of learning at THS. We seek to help students experience the power of kindness in all that we do, from the everyday athletic competitions and academic group work to extraordinary local and international community service projects.

Commitment

A commitment to noble causes, academic endeavors, and personal integrity is central to a THS education. Not every student will breeze through their math class, but a Hudson student knows that attending math lab, meeting with his/her teacher between classes, and checking homework with a classmate will earn respect and teach them more than a few formulas. We seek to graduate students who have the skills and willingness to commit to working for a more humane, civil, and just world.