Attention families in Edison, Highland Park, and Metuchen! The first day of school for your children in Edison is fast approaching, and we're here to help you get ready.
Our ultimate guide has everything you need to kickstart the school year. Whether you're looking for school calendars, fun back-to-school events, or the best places to shop for school supplies in Edison, we've got you covered.
Find everything you need right here:
School Calendars for the Edison Region
- Edison Public School District:
2024 - 2025 Calendar
- First Day: September 5
- Highland Park Public School District:
2024 - 2025 Calendar
- First Day: September 5
- Metuchen Public School District
2024 - 2025 Calendar
- First Day: August 28
- Saint Joseph High School: 2024 - 2025 Calendar
- First Day: August 28
- St. Thomas Aquinas High School: 2024 - 2025 Calendar
- First Day: September 10
- Wardlaw + Hartridge School: 2024 - 2025 Calendar
- First Day: September 5
Back-to-School Events in Edison
- Back-to-School Celebration at Menlo Park Mall: Enjoy activities, giveaways, and more on August 24.
- Ready, Set, Kindergarten: Edison Public Library will host three sessions to help students get ready for kindergarten on August 22 and 23. Registration is required and opens on August 12.
- Back-to-School Photo Op at NewMarket: Build the excitement of heading back to school with a stylish back-to-school backdrop at NewMarket Metuchen. Shop unique stationary items and back-to-school bling before or after you pose for the camera starting on August 19.
- East Coast Fairy Hair at Rose & Root: Add some sparkle to your kid's hair before school starts on August 18.
- End of Summer Magic - with Steve Woyce comes to all three Edison Public Library branches on August 31.
Know of a community back-to-school event in Edison we're missing? Add it to our Macaroni KID Edison calendar now!
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Back-to-School Shopping in Edison
Fortunately, with Menlo Park Mall, Woodbridge Mall, and all the shops along the Route 1 Corridor, we have plenty of big box stores just minutes away. But don’t forget to support our locally-owned businesses for your back-to-school shopping needs! Back-to-school shopping isn't just about clothes and supplies; it's also about finding inspiration for both school and home. Here are some stores in the Edison region that offer exciting options to spark enthusiasm for learning:
- Modi Toys: Peak your child's curiosity about various career options with inspiring real-life stories from Desi Devis: South Asian Women of Wonder from A to Z. Learn about 25 South Asian women who discovered and followed their passion with the support of their families.
- NewMarket Metuchen: Discover unique stationery, dazzling accessories, and fun balloons at NewMarket Metuchen to get your kids excited for back to school!
Have a favorite locally-owned store you don't see listed here? Email MarisolD@macaronikid.com and we'll get it added!
Sell Before You Donate
Did you come across clothes that were only worn once while cleaning out the closet? Before you donate them to charity, consider offsetting the cost of back-to-school shopping by selling them at one of these local consignment shops. It’s a great way to recycle gently used items, clear out some space, and make a little extra cash for new school supplies or outfits. Plus, you’ll be supporting local businesses in the process. Here are some fantastic consignment shops in the area where you can sell your items and maybe find some great deals for the upcoming school year:
- Once Upon a Child: Buys and sells gently used, stain-free apparel and footwear for newborns to teens
- Plato's Closet: Buys and sells designer brands for teens and adults
- New 2 U Vintage and Modern Thrift Store at 607 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ 08837
- Tower Thrift Shop at 19 S 2nd Ave, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Have a favorite locally-owned thrift store you don't see listed here? Email MarisolD@macaronikid.com and we'll get it added!
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Get Your Flu Shot and Shop Supplies – All in One Trip!
Make your shopping spree an all-in-one health and school prep adventure. Head to Costco, CVS, Rite-Aid, Walgreens, or Walmart where you can not only score all your school supplies but also get your flu shot on the spot! These big box store retailers are already making flu shot appointments. Some even offer group appointments. Remember to save your documentation for your pediatrician.
