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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Sydney Nguyen has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Sydney Nguyen is an 8th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Gray, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Sydney and to the Nguyen family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
Having all of my stuff organized
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to hang out with my friends
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What is your dream job?
I don’t know yet
What are some of your favorite songs?
I don’t really have a favorite song but I listen to Sabrina Carpenter or Sza
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
A lot of people don’t know that I have a dog
Who do you look up to and why?
I don’t know
What do you keep under your bed?
Nothing, really
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Gray and Mrs. Hague because they are really good at teaching, and they are super funny and nice
What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class is Science because of all the cool and fun experiments and labs
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Having Mass every Friday
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish that Jr. High still had recess as a class
What is your morning routine?
I wake up, brush my teeth, wash my face, get ready, then have breakfast
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
No Social Studies class
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
A salad
What is your best memory from school?
Winning a volleyball game
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