Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Philomena Eberhardt is a 5th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Kimak, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Philomena, and to the Eberhardt family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
It needs to be quiet

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What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Swimming, playing with my dog, calling my friends, dancing (ballet), and spending time with my family

What is your dream job?
My dream job is to be a dentist or orthodontist

What are some of your favorite songs?
“Touch” by Katseye

What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I am a good singer

Who do you look up to and why?
I look up to my mom and dad because they are incredibly smart and they are hard workers

What do you keep under your bed?
Shoes

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
All of my teachers are my favorites

What’s your favorite class and why?
My favorite classes are History and Literature. In History, we get to learn about ancient times, which I find interesting. In Literature, we get to write stories.

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
It feels like we are all one family

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish we had a swim team

What is your morning routine?
Wake up, get my uniform on, do my hair and skincare, eat breakfast, brush my teeth, and if I have time, play with my dog

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
Turning the Primary Building into a pool so we could have a swim team

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Pasta and chicken nuggets

What is your best memory from school?
When it was my first day, everyone was so nice

Noonan Elementary Academy is an independent Catholic school in Mokena serving preschool through 8th grade. Noonan provides its students with a rigorous and innovative educational program that is academically challenging and personally supportive. Noonan is committed to developing the full potential of each student by fostering intellectual development, strong character formation, and spiritual growth. Please contact Mr. Dunn, Principal of Noonan Elementary Academy, for more information or visit their website at noonanacademy.org