HudsonWay Immersion School Blog
February 28, 2025
HudsonWay Immersion School (HWIS), a pioneer in language immersion education is proud to be celebrating its 20th anniversary. Founded in 2005 as Bilingual Buds (rebranded as HudsonWay Immersion school in 2014) in the home of founders Sharon Huang and Bill Hicks with a handful of students including their twin 2-year old sons, the school has since expanded to include two tracks: Mandarin and Spanish immersion, two locations: Stirling, NJ and Midtown West, NYC, and three divisions: preschool, elementary and middle school with a total enrollment of over 300 students. The school is unique in that it is the only Mandarin/Spanish immersion school in the tri-state area offering a full immersion model through eighth grade. Students learn all subjects in two languages and develop critical thinking skills needed in today’s globalized world.
February 14, 2025
CBS New York interviewed HudsonWay Immersion School founder Sharon Huang and NJ Campus Principal David Heller at #LunarFest2025! They shared how HudsonWay empowers students to become biliterate in Spanish or Mandarin. English-speaking families are choosing HudsonWay for its unique immersion approach and the importance of learning more than one language in today's world!
December 9, 2024
At HudsonWay Immersion School, we know that the biggest strides in language learning often happen in the classroom, where children are immersed in lessons and guided by expert teachers. However, complementing this with activities at home can make the process even more enriching and fun. Whether or not you speak the target language, there are plenty of creative ways to support your child’s bilingual development and enhance the skills they’re building at school. Here are five tips for younger and older children to help make language learning a natural part of everyday life.
December 8, 2024
For over two decades, Sharon Huang, the founder of HudsonWay Immersion School, has been a passionate advocate for bilingual education. Her vision has transformed HWIS into a leader in immersion learning, empowering students to excel academically while becoming global citizens. In this exclusive interview, Sharon shares the story behind HWIS, her inspiration for starting the school, and her thoughts on the future of bilingual education.
December 7, 2024
At HudsonWay Immersion School, our commitment to academic excellence is not just about textbooks—it's about hands-on learning that sparks curiosity and fosters critical thinking. Recently, our Science teacher Ms. Dalma Felenyi led the 6th and 7th grade students in an exciting project exploring chemical interactions and the kinetic energy of particles. The students investigated what happens to gas particles when heated and cooled, diving into scientific concepts while developing essential skills like collaboration, problem-solving, and experimentation.
May 11, 2024
On Saturday, April 27, over 200 families from across New Jersey joined in a free public celebration of United Nations Chinese Language Day hosted by HudsonWay Immersion School in Stirling. This lively event saw the NJ campus teeming with excitement as attendees, including the Vice Consul of the Education Office of the Chinese Consulate, Qin Qilun came to revel in the richness of Chinese language and culture. The event featured a captivating lineup of performances and workshops provided by various cultural and educational institutions.
May 11, 2024
On Saturday, April 27, over 200 families from across New Jersey joined in a free public celebration of United Nations Chinese Language Day hosted by HudsonWay Immersion School in Stirling. This lively event saw the NJ campus teeming with excitement as attendees, including the Vice Consul of the Education Office of the Chinese Consulate, Qin Qilun came to revel in the richness of Chinese language and culture. The event featured a captivating lineup of performances and workshops provided by various cultural and educational institutions.
June 22, 2022
On June 14 our NY community came together to celebrate HWIS’ first 8th grade graduation recognizing the achievements of Charles Doyle, Jack Perkins and Renzo Lau in the Mandarin program. The celebration began with advice from Head of School Nelyda Miguel, followed by each graduate reflecting on his journey at HWIS delivered in both English and Mandarin.Â