Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Mary Bader is a Kindergartener at Noonan Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Gordon, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations, Mary, and to the Bader family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
A bright room, a kitchen table, and a pencil

What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Play with toys or go to the park

What is your dream job?
Being a teacher

What are some of your favorite songs?
All Morgan Wallen songs

What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I go to Taekwondo

Who do you look up to and why?
My sister Maya, because she has a big heart

What do you keep under your bed?
My pillows and stuffies

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Gordon because she is really nice

What is your favorite class and why?
Computer lab and Spanish because they are fun and I know them well

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Learning about Jesus and going to Mass

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Swimming, dance, gymnastics

What is your morning routine?
Wake up, wash up and brush teeth, get dressed, and have breakfast

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
Some of the food choices for lunch

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Hamburgers

What is your best memory from school?
Prekindergarten year with Mrs. Nicole

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