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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Diego Grajales has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week
Diego Grajales is a 7th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Adamo, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Diego, and to the Grajales family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
A mechanical pencil
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Go outside and play baseball with my brothers
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What is your dream job?
To be an anthropologist
What are some of your favorite songs?
“Rock Around the Clock” and “See You Later, Alligator” by Bill Haley and His Comets
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I build things using Legos
Who do you look up to and why?
My parents because they help me do well in school
What do you keep under your bed?
Absolutely nothing, except dust
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
I like all of my teachers because they teach me a lot about each subject
What is your favorite class and why?
Social Studies because we learn a lot about our world’s history
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
We have Mass every Friday in our gym
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Baseball
What is your morning routine?
Wake up, wake up my brothers, eat breakfast, change, and go to school
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
More recess time
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Mac and Cheese
What is your best memory from school?
Playing football with my friends at recess
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
