Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Aryan Pradhan is a 1st Grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Kloska, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Aryan, and to the Pradhan family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
My pencil caddy

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What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Play with my brother

What is your dream job?
Sportscaster

What are some of your favorite songs?
"I knew it, I knew you" – Taylor Swift, "If I didn't have you" – Billy Crystal

What is one thing people don't know about you?
I am good at sports

Who do you look up to and why?
Miss Michele, my teacher, because she teaches me things

What do you keep under your bed?
My stuffies – Spidey and Woody from Toy Story

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Miss Michele because she is kind

What is your favorite class and why?
Math, because we get homework

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
We wear uniforms

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Baseball and soccer

What is your morning routine?
I wake up at 6:15. Eat breakfast, change into my uniform, brush my teeth, get my shoes on, and leave for school at 7:15 with my mom

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
Nothing

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Turkey sandwich

What is your best memory from school?
Doing phonics with Mrs. Dryer

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