Viral moment: Newark high school students handed teaching jobs on graduation day
One student aiming to become a music teacher was handed a $74,000 contract on stage.
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Jun 27, 2025, 2:13 PM
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3h agoDozens of students in Newark got more than diplomas at graduation — they got job offers.
Thirty-two future educators from East Side and University High School were surprised with contracts to teach in Newark Public Schools after completing their degrees and certifications. One student aiming to become a music teacher was handed a $74,000 contract on stage.
The moment went viral, racking up over half a million views in under 24 hours.
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