Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Abdallah Sweis is an 8th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Gray, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Abdallah and to the Sweis family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
One essential I like to have when studying is to make sure everything is organized with everything I need

What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Things that I like to do when I am not studying or in school are playing sports or video games with my friends

What is your dream job?
I have not decided on my dream job yet

What are some of your favorite songs?
I do not have a favorite song, but I like listening to orchestra music

What is one thing people don’t know about you?
One thing my friends don’t know about me is that I used to play the guitar

Who do you look up to and why?
I look up to my cousin Yousef because he is always there for me when I need him. He is very smart and athletic in school

What do you keep under your bed?
I do not keep anything under my bed

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
My favorite teacher in school is Mr. Dunn because he is very helpful and thoughtful

What is your favorite class and why?
I have two favorite classes: religion and math. Religion helps me get closer to God. Math because I love working with numbers

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
One thing that stands out about my school is there is no electronics. I transferred last year to Noonan as a 7th grader from a public school that is all electronics. We are expected to read and write more using books at Noonan versus staring at a screen all day

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish my school offered Orchestra and Baseball

What is your morning routine?
My morning routine when I wake up is to wash my face, brush my teeth, and then I get dressed. As for breakfast, most of the time it is a good healthy breakfast that my grandma has ready for us

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
As of right now I wouldn’t change anything about my school. I would like them to add water bottle dispensers

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
My favorite thing to eat at lunch is mostly fruits with a sandwich, plus a snack

What is your best memory from school?
My best memory right now is the drama play we did last year. I had a great time with my friends acting out the Wizard of Oz

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