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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Eli McCoy has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week
Eli McCoy is a Kindergartener at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Galloway, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Eli and to the McCoy family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
My pencil and crayons
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Have fun with my twin brother
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What is your dream job?
Firefighter or builder
What are some of your favorite songs?
“Encanto” and “Moana” soundtrack
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I like rock hunting on Michigan beaches, nature walks, and taking photos of wildlife
Who do you look up to and why?
My classmate Cru because I like how he draws
What do you keep under your bed?
My cozy red Christmas socks
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Ms. Colleen, I like the library
What is your favorite class and why?
Computer lab, because I like Math
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Getting to sit in the front row at Mass and singing
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Baseball, tennis, and golf
What is your morning routine?
Eat breakfast, brush my teeth, make my bed and clean up my room, and if I have time I ride my bike
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
I would like to make the playground wider and taller
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Mac and Cheese, pizza, and last year, Ms. Cathy’s chicken soup
What is your best memory from school?
Meeting Mikey and Cru, recess on the playground, and Ms. Geneva from last year with snacks at rug time.
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 www.noonanacademy.org
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