Today is the day after Labor Day, which means it is the first day back to school for most Minnesota school districts. Students are buzzing with anticipation as they fill their backpacks with notebooks and pencils, pack their lunches, and line up for the bus. Today we are reminded to embrace new beginnings and the value of learning.

Let’s capture the moment with music. For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what school-related songs do you want to hear?

Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played:
Ramones – Rock ‘N’ Roll High School
They Might Be Giants – Why Does The Sun Shine
They Might Be Giants – Science Is Real
Margaret Glaspy – Emotions And Math
The White Stripes – We’re Going to Be Friends
Paul Simon – Me And Julio Down By The School Yard
Nirvana – School
The Suburbs – Chemistry Set
Chuck Berry – School Days
Kris Kross – I Missed The Bus
Brittany Howard – History Repeats (Bonus Track!)