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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Joseph McCormick has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Joseph McCormick is a 1st grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Kloska, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Joseph, and to the McCormick family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
My favorite pencils
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to play Legos and play hockey
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What is your dream job?
My dream job is to be in the Navy
What are some of your favorite songs?
The Hockey Song
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
My great-grandpa played football at Notre Dame, and he has a bench outside the stadium
Who do you look up to and why?
My Mom and Dad, because they work hard for our family
What do you keep under your bed?
I keep all of my favorite art projects under my bed
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
My favorite teacher is Miss Michele because she is nice and I learn a lot from her
What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class is Math
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
I love going to Mass every Friday
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish they had a hockey team
What is your morning routine?
My Mom wakes me up, and then I get dressed for school. After that, I eat breakfast with my brother
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
I wish they had a cafeteria to eat lunch
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
My favorite thing to eat is buttered noodles
What is your best memory from school?
My favorite memory is being with all of my friends
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