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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Grace Akkawi has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Grace Akkawi
Grace Akkawi (Cherry Hill Studio (Joliet))

Grace Akkawi is a 3rd Grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Gualandri, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Grace, and to the Akkawi family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
I like studying in a quiet environment

What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like doing gymnastics

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What is your dream job?
I would love to be an optometrist

What are some of your favorite songs?
Kane Brown “Thank God” and Phill Wickham “What an Awesome God”

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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
Helping others is my specialty, and I love watching the sunset

Who do you look up to and why?
I look up to Jesus because he is my God and Savior

What do you keep under your bed?
Nothing

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Ms. Gonzalez, because she never gives up on us

What is your favorite class and why?
Spanish, because I enjoy learning a foreign language

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
They teach us about the love of Jesus

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Gymnastics

What is your morning routine?
I wake up, get dressed, brush my teeth, do my hair, eat breakfast, and go to school

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
If I could change one thing, it would be to have a gymnastics team

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
My favorite lunch is chicken nuggets and fruits

What is your best memory from school?
My favorite member is always the first time I meet my teacher

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

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