Lili Deen is a 4th Grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Mueller, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Lili, and to the Deen family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
A pencil and paper
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Gymnastics and playing board games
What is your dream job?
Business owner
What are some of your favorite songs?
Heal the World, Back to December, and Girls Are Players Too
What is one thing people don't know about you?
I love to travel and attend concerts
Who do you look up to and why?
My Mommy, because I love her so much and because she is my Mommy
What do you keep under your bed?
Toys and sometimes Apollo (my pet Shih Tzu) because he hides there.
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Gualandri, because she is really nice
What is your favorite class and why?
Math, I am really good at it
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
We have weekly Mass
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Gymnastics
What is your morning routine?
I wake up, hug Apollo, get dressed, have breakfast, and have prayer time with my family
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
I love everything about my school
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Chicken nuggets and mac and cheese
What is your best memory from school?
Singing a song that I co-wrote with my friends on the last day of 3rd grade
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
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