Superintendent: 'Make Every Effort to Continue the Theatre Program'

In wake of , Superintendent of Schools Mark Toback issued a statement on Thursday morning, telling the district that "the show must go on." In a statement Toback vowed to look for a replacement and work to keep the program in place.

Earlier, Toback said he was surprised and shocked to see Ohaus leave. Ohaus—or, as the students call her, "Ms. O"—said on Wednesday she has been feeling "harassed" and "targeted" since former Superintendent Peter Carter came to the district.

On Thursday Toback wrote on the district's website:

During my first few weeks in Hoboken, I have been very impressed with so many aspects of the school district and the community.  One example is having the chance to witness the quality of the Hoboken High School production of Hairspray.  Mrs. Ohaus has worked to build the theatre program at Hoboken High School and the district is grateful for her years of dedicated service.  Her resignation this week has created a void that must be filled because the “show must go on.”  I assure you that we will make every effort to continue the theatre program and to offer the opportunity for students to perform this spring.

Toback said the last meeting he had with the director was "professional."