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Powering Potential on the Northside.

Powering Potential on the Northside.

NAZ provides pre-cradle-to-career support

The Northside Achievement Zone (NAZ) leads a collaborative of schools and nonprofits in North Minneapolis. This collaborative offers comprehensive support to children of color and their families on the Northside, to ensure scholars graduate from high school ready for college.

Working toward a brighter, more prosperous Northside

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Partner Spotlight: V3 Sports

We recently had an opportunity to shine a light on V3 Sports and one of their incredible leaders who has helped Northside scholars and families focus on their own wellness.

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NAZ Partner NSJ's Scholars Experience Gymnastics

Students from NAZ anchor partner Nellie Stone Johnson Elementary (NSJ) had a fun day of gymnastics at RGC Gymnastics ahead of the upcoming U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Minneapolis.

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Graduation Season: A Success!

While summer is in full swing, we’re not over the excitement of our graduations these last few months: Family Academy Graduation and the Pathway to College Celebration!

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