Superintendent

District Overview

Hudson Area Schools is a thriving district located in Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties in Michigan. The District’s vision is “Your Path, Our Mission”. In its 150-year history, the District of approximately 1,500 students has established itself as a quality small town and rural district that provides quality academic and extracurricular opportunities. It is currently one of the fastest growing districts in its region and has a four-building campus, with newly purchased facilities also in development for future use.

Summary of Position

Current Superintendent Dr. Michael J. Osborne has announced his intent to retire at the close of the 2026-2027 school year after having successfully led the district for the past 16 years. His successor will assume the role of Superintendent in the summer of 2027. The new Superintendent will be responsible for directing the mission and vision of Hudson Area Schools in partnership with the Board of Education and overseeing all administrative functions of the District. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications and will be negotiated by the school board with the successful candidate.

Candidates

Those interested in this position should possess a Michigan School Administrator Certificate or permit and a master’s degree in education, administration, or similar emphasis. Superintendent certification and doctorate (or willingness to pursue) are preferred, along with experience in administration. Candidates can begin the application process by submitting a letter of interest, five professional references, and a resume through the Hudson Area Schools employment portal no later than January 31, 2026, at which time this posting will close.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this position or process should be directed to Wesley Rowan, President of the Board of Education, at wrowan@hudson.k12.mi.us.