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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 currently have a few openings remaining for the 2024–25 school year and would be happy to talk with you about how our unique approach could be a good fit for your family.

Northern Lights Gazing

articles about our school

We’re revamping our efforts to share these glimpses into what school life is like at Northern Lights. Check back for new articles and dive into the archives, too!

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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
Happy Birthday to this amazing woman, Rachel Ose Ngendakuriyo, who helps Northern Lights shine brighter every day! 🎉🌟 Your hard work and endless dedication never go unnoticed, but you’re also an amazing listener and problem solver – alw
✨ Only 1 week left of early giving until Give to the Max Day! ✨ We’ve already raised over $25,000 for the Shine Bright Fundraiser! AND we still have 6 chances to win an extra $500 for our school. Here’s how you can help: Give $5 a day f
🚨 NEWS! 🚨 St. Paul School of Northern Lights just snagged the $500 DAILY PRIZE for Give to the Max Early Giving! 🎉💥 So excited! 🏆 A MASSIVE thank you to everyone who has contributed to the Northern Lights Shine Bright Campaign so far— yo