ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Alum spotlight

ZARINAH BLOCKTON

Age:22

NLS graduate:2000

Hometown:Oakland

Goal:To become an astronaut for NASA

Where is she now?In Vietnam teaching

What's next?A Master's degree in Aerospace Design.


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About Northern Light School

Northern Light School is committed to providing a high quality education for children from all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, especially those who would not have the opportunity for a private school education. The faculty and staff create an atmosphere in which every child can grow academically, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, to become healthy, productive members of their families and communities. The focus is on excellence in teaching basic academics as well as non-violence, acceptance of differences, respect for the environment, and the moral advancement of humanity--so that the children develop an understanding that they have a responsibility to make a difference in the lives of others.