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Aug 5, 2025, 11:00 AM

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Going back to school can be an exciting time for kids and parents alike, but it can also be a stressful time.

So News 12 helped take some of that stress away and celebrated YOU!

That’s right. News 12 New Jersey held a back-to-school celebration to help you usher in the new school year!

Backpacks were donated by News 12, Optimum and Warner Bros. Discovery.

Check out all the fun in Newark last week!

Event partners include: