Recently, alums from Hudson Montessori School returned virtually to connect with this year’s graduating 8th-grade class for Alumni Night. This evening meeting was designed to help students feel prepared for the transition to high school. Moderated by school guidance counselor Ms. Nicole, the conversation brought together four alums from last year’s graduating class, current 8th graders, and parents for an open and thoughtful discussion about what to expect in the year ahead.

Our Upper Elementary students recently returned from an unforgettable three-day sleepaway camp adventure in the Poconos, filled with laughter, exploration, and meaningful time together. From canoeing to hiking through forest trails, campers embraced every moment outdoors. Students also tried their hand at archery and enjoyed quiet moments getting to know the camp’s horses and farm animals. This trip gave students the chance to step away from their routines, build confidence,

Balloons and bubbles were accompanied by the sounds of music and laughter on Regent Street this past weekend as Hudson Montessori School welcomed about 1,000 guests to our 17th Annual Social Studies Fair and Street Carnival. Our entire campus at Liberty Harbor in downtown Jersey City was transformed into a vibrant celebration of culture and community. We thank Mayor James Solomon and Councilperson Eleana Little for attending and supporting our cherished community tradition. T

Tomorrow, Hudson Montessori School will open its doors to the community for one of its most exciting traditions of the year—the 17th Annual Social Studies Fair and Street Carnival. Our RAIN OR SHINE event runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 9. Families, friends, neighbors, and visitors from across Jersey City are invited to experience this year’s theme, Tapestry of Cultures, with an unforgettable day of exploration, creativity, and fun! Rain plan: Our event is designe

Hudson Montessori School is preparing for one of its most anticipated traditions of the year—the 17th Annual Social Studies Fair and Street Carnival—and this year’s theme, Tapestry of Cultures, beautifully reflects our school’s commitment to honoring unique traditions around the globe. Maria Montessori believed that helping children develop a broad, comprehensive worldview was an important step toward fostering international understanding and peace. That thread continues even

Hudson Montessori School is getting ready to open its doors to our friends and neighbors for our annual Social Studies Fair, and this year’s event promises to be one of our most vibrant yet! On Saturday, May 9, 2026, the community is invited to experience the 17th Annual Social Studies Fair and Street Carnival. Our students prepare for months to transform the school into a living, breathing “museum” of exploration. This year’s theme, Tapestry of Cultures, weaves together stor

The 2026 Art Show was a vibrant celebration of creativity as students from ages 2 through Middle School showcased an incredible range of artwork that they have been developing over the past several months. As a nationally-certified STEM school, we proudly embrace the “A” in STEAM—arts. We believe creativity is a driving force behind innovation. Artistic thinking encourages students to explore, design, and bring ideas to life across disciplines, including science, technology,

Summer at Hudson Montessori School is filled with exploration, creativity, and plenty of outdoor fun! Our summer camp program welcomes children from toddlers through elementary age and offers engaging themes, hands-on activities, and the opportunity to experience learning the Montessori way. Each camp is tho ughtfully designed for a specific age group and is chock full of activities that spark curiosity and encourage discovery. From science and nature exploration to creative

Families interested in enrolling for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to join us at one of our upcoming Open Houses at Hudson Montessori School! Our Open Houses provide a comprehensive overview of our programs, curriculum, and the elements that make our school unique . Families will learn about our Montessori approach and how it supports independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning. During the open house, parents will be guided on a tour of our facilitie

We are proud to celebrate two of our middle school writers who recently earned recognition in the Jersey City Public Library Edgar Allan Poe Story Writing Contest, a competition open to students in grades 6–12 across Jersey City. Hudson Montessori students Dane S. and Afsheen K. both placed in the contest, which challenged young writers to create suspenseful stories inspired by the dark and mysterious style of Edgar Allan Poe. Dane earned second place, and Afsheen took ho

Our 7th graders recently spent a fun and meaningful day helping the Billion Oyster Project by cleaning a huge pile of oyster shells on Governors Island. The shells they cleaned will be returned to New York Harbor to help rebuild important oyster reefs, which improve water quality and provide homes for marine life. The class enjoyed working together at the shell pile and making a real difference in our local waterways. When they’re not cleaning shells, the students are often b

Our annual School Spirit Week and Danceathon is just one of the exciting ways our students and parents creatively express their love for the Hudson Montessori School community. The week before Spring Break is always highly anticipated as students swap uniforms for creative costumes and celebrate unique dress-up days. Throughout the week, students and staff will fill our hallways with their unique creations as we celebrate school spirit, culminating in our Danceathon fundraise

Through this Teacher Insight series, we are proud to highlight the talented individuals whose contributions make Hudson Montessori School a place where children thrive. Meet Ms. Gina Reeves , Hudson Montessori School Director, Middle School Passion Project and ICOP teacher, and a longtime leader in Montessori education. Ms. Gina brings decades of experience, deep institutional knowledge, and a steadfast commitment to education. Her passion for teaching began early, inspired a

Congratulations to 17 Hudson Montessori students for achieving special recognition for their science and engineering research at the Hudson County STEM Showcase at Liberty Science Center. Hudson Montessori School and McNair High School received the most awards. Our students had submitted 27 projects—25 from Middle School and 2 from 5th grade. Of those, 12 projects were selected for awards, and 17 of our students received prizes for their work. This is a remarkable accomplish

The research projects of seven students and their teacher, Dr. Grace Sanvictores, were sponsored by Montclair University and presented at the 16th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference, held at Princeton University recently. The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is the world’s largest technical professional organization for engineers and scientists dedicated to advancing technology for the benefit of humanity through computer sciences, engineering, and re

We are proud to share that Dr. Grace Sanvictores and Michelle Velho received the 2026 Brunschwig-Karplus Award for Excellence in STEM Teaching and Community Leadership from STEMTeachersNYC. This award recognizes educators who demonstrate exceptional STEM teaching and their contributions to their professional community. Dr. Sanvictores and Michelle Velho were honored for their energy, enthusiasm, and dedication to supporting educators and to building vibrant learning communiti

Hudson Montessori students celebrated Pi Day with an exciting morning of mathematical fun on Friday, March 13. Our classes kicked off the festivities for our annual Pi Day competitions. Students participated in a look-alike contest, arriving dressed as famous scientists, including Marie Curie and the mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. The costumes brought these historic figures to life in our classrooms. Students also participated in the Pi Recital Challenge, where they teste

The Middle School Yearbook Club is already hard at work creating this year’s yearbook! In September, 18 sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-grade students in Yearbook Club start with a blank page and develop an 88-page book by year’s end. This is the fifth year of our Yearbook Club, a cherished afterschool club, led by two parent volunteers with professional experience. In this after-school club, students learn layout and graphic design, photography, writing, and editing. Club membe

Montessori education uses hands-on materials that turn abstract ideas into tangible experiences for our students. In the Primary classrooms, students engage with one of the most dynamic and collaborative math materials: the Bank Game. Children explore place value and perform large number operations using physical representations of units, tens, hundreds, and thousands. The child physically moves around the room to “fetch” a quantity. This activity is a fun way for the childre

The summer camp at Hudson Montessori School offers a season of fun for a wide range of ages—from toddlers to elementary-age students. Our camps are tailored to every age group and feature unique themes with new lessons for every camper. Each age level enjoys water play, with elementary-age students swimming daily in the rooftop pool and younger students enjoying water sprinklers and sensory water activities. As an added benefit, our camp immerses each student in the wonders o