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A Free K-8 Public Charter School
 
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St. Paul School of Northern Lights

a free, K–8 public charter school in St. Paul’s Highland Park neighborhood

We foster a relationship-based, joyful learning environment where students are encouraged to be kind, curious, critical thinkers.

We are still accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year. Talk with us about how our unique approach could be a good fit for your family!

🌍 3rd and 4th graders this week collaborated with Kayla, an educator from the International Institute of Minnesota (IIMN) to create personalized tote bags for new Americans. This hands-on project began with a thoughtful discussion led by the educato
In a hands-on celebration of Earth Day, students at St. Paul School of Northern Lights (SPSNL) will be stepping out of the classroom and into the community for a neighborhood-wide cleanup on Tuesday, April 22. Located in the heart of Highland Park,
A few weeks ago, older grades had the amazing opportunity to welcome Family Tree to their classroom! They brought age-appropriate, engaging sessions to our Grade 5–8 students on important topics related to health and wellness. 👦🏽 Grade 5 lea
“This should be hung in the Walker Museum!” The Dragon 1/2 class has been very curious about a string hanging from the ceiling since the beginning of the year. It was time to hang a container of paint from it and let it rip! The large s
Kindergarteners have been planting peas and beans and other seeds in their classroom vertical gardens. They are excited to see them sprout and monitor their growth. St. Paul School of Northern Lights received a $940 STEM grant from the Toshiba Amer

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State-mandated testing at Northern Lights
State-mandated testing at Northern Lights
"It looks like a giant green noodle!"
"It looks like a giant green noodle!"
Slugs!
Slugs!
Environmental Studies at Northern Lights
Environmental Studies at Northern Lights