Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Liam Macias is a Kindergartener at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Gillespie, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Liam and to the Macias family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
A pencil

What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Watch shows and play games

What is your dream job?
Police Officer

What are some of your favorite songs?
“Watermelon Sugar” and “Watching You”

What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I love to tell jokes

Who do you look up to and why?
My Dad, he is a hard worker

What do you keep under your bed?
My piggy bank

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
My Spanish teacher

What is your favorite class and why?
Art class, because we paint

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
The teachers

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
A golf course and football field

What is your morning routine?
Wake up, get dressed, brush teeth, eat breakfast, do ABC Mouse, go to school

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
More outside time

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

What is your best memory from school?
Making new friends

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. Scholarships are available; please contact Mr. Dunn, Principal of Noonan Elementary Academy, for more information or visit their website at www.noonanacademy.org