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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.

The last day to enter the enrollment lottery is January 28, 2025. Acceptance rates are very high, and the lottery application only takes a few minutes to complete.

Join a tour or talk with us about how our unique approach could be a good fit for your family.

Are you looking for a Kindergarten that prioritizes play over worksheets? At the St. Paul School of Northern Lights, we foster a warm and loving environment that emphasizes building strong relationships. Students thrive with more time outdoors, no ti
It's Educational Assistant (EA) Day! A huge thank you to Shwe, Magda, Tessa, Lexi, Tai, Sarah, Krystal, Kate, Shannon, Theo, B, Ben, Henry, G, Spencer, Keem, Kaisha, Emmet, Moz, Traci, Latisha, Bug, Katie K., Karly, Maile and Jesse- our amazing Educa
Today Monarch Joint Venture visited Northern Lights K and 1/2 classes. Student learned about monarch life cycles and migration. They listened to a book, viewed a monarch specimen, and participated in a movement activity where they acted out the life
During ice building, an ice block reminded this student of a cell phone.
Another sneak peek of ice building at Northern Lights–3/4th grade Capybara students have an ice sculpting crew! ❄️🏗 This hands-on experience demonstrates one of our school pillars–"Place-Based Education" which emphasizes learni

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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