An Exciting Week Comes to a Close

What an exciting week for our school district! From the beginning of the week until the end, we have shown the world that it is 'Great to be a Pirate'! Without a doubt, we have a lot to be proud here in Hudson and in our schools. Indeed, the entire week seemed to almost have a homecoming feel to it. I promise this is on that our students will not soon forget, and will reminiscence about for decades to come!

Monday began with our annual Veterans Day observance assembly in the high school. The government class under the direction of Mr. Simmer always does a great job planning this day. Following the assembly, we had a nice luncheon with Veterans at the Community Church. Again, outstanding job by our students for planning this very special meal to honor our Veterans! While a lot of attention is on what happens at the high school, we can't forget the middle school observance. Each year Mr. Haskovec invites Veterans in to his classroom to offer their perspectives on service and to answer questions from the students. 

Indeed, everyone did their part this week to showcase our school and community. Pictured above is the music department, under the direction of Mrs. Davis conducting a performance of patriotic service music with members of the band and choir during the Veterans Day assembly. Junior Sara Klunder is the narrator. 

Of course to top off what was already a fantastic week, our Hudson Pirates won the state title. That makes three state football championships in school history: with the last one being in 1994. It is worth noting; we began the season ranked #1 and retained that ranking all through the season, culminating in the state championship yesterday afternoon with a 30-7 victory. But of course you already knew that!

The photo included above is immediately following our state championship win over AHSTW, Avoca. It is great to be a Pirate! In the final analysis we have a lot to be proud of in our school and community. Next week is Thanksgiving. While we all have our list of things for which to be thankful, one of the items of which I am grateful is the support of this community. The number of fans we had at the game on Thursday was impressive and inspiring. The Veterans who took time out of their lives to join us on Monday was awesome and motivating. We are very appreciative and thankful for the support of our community. On behalf of the school district, have a Happy Thanksgiving.