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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!

5 days to go until the first day of school, September 2nd! This spring 5th graders hosted a Sidewalk Talk at the Highland Park Library. Over 42 community members took students up on their offer of "free listening" and sat down for a conver
6 days until the first day of school on September 2nd! This year, the Flint Hills Arts Festival was a favorite field trip destination for first and second grade classes.
Only 7 days until the first day of school on September 2nd! We end every year with a picnic, where students, staff, and families gather to celebrate together. It's a great way to celebrate the beginning of summer with the entire school community, fa
🌟 Shoutout to our Northern Lights Studio students shinning bright with ribbons at the MN state fair! Their work was selected for the K-12 Competition. If you’re heading to the Fair, swing by the Education Building and check it out! 🎡✨ Let&rs
8 days to go! School starts September 2nd! Northern Lights' annual Exhibition of 100 Languages celebrates the many creative ways (or "languages") students use to express themselves and learn--through art, movement, music, storytelling, and
🌟 GLOW Night is Almost Here! 🌟 Thursday, August 28 | 5–7 PM | Outdoors at School Join us for GLOW Night! Gearing up, Looking back, Opportunities, and Wonderings is a fun and informative evening to kick off the school year! Here’s what

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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