HOBOKEN – Suellen Newman, the founder and director of The Hudson School, will retire at the end of this month after almost four decades of helping to transform thousands of students into responsible, conscientious young adults.
Under her guidance, The Hudson School grew from humble beginnings as a middle school sharing space with the Hoboken Public Library to a well-respected private school with its own facility serving middle and high school students. In the process, Mrs. Newman oversaw the academic and social development of thousands of students, while raising millions of dollars in scholarship funds to support qualified students in need of financial aid.
On Friday, June 17, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm, The Hudson School community will come together to honor Suellen Newman on her retirement. This special retrospective event celebrating thirty-eight years of service to the community will feature musical performances by faculty, alumni and community members, as well as a buffet dinner. Although tickets are rapidly selling out, they are currently still available via https://www.thehudsonschool.org/tickets-hhof/.
Due to an overwhelming response, the celebration and retrospective for Mrs. Newman has been moved to the gym at Hoboken High School. The entrance is located on Grand Street, between 8th and 9th Streets.
“Suellen Newman is a special person who has had a lasting impact on so many students, families, teachers and residents of Hoboken,” said Daniel Gans, chairman of the Hudson Board of Trustees. “We will never be able to accurately measure her impact or truly thank her for her work on behalf of her students and the larger community.”
The June 17 respective was one of several initiatives this month that will help frame and honor Mrs. Newman’s legacy.
Hudson School founder Suellen Newman to be celebrated Friday evening
