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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
William Kush has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week
William Kush is a 3rd grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Gillespie, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations William and to the Kush family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
To sit at my kitchen island and eat a snack first
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Play video games, ride my bike, swim, and watch YouTube
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What is your dream job?
To start a business with my Dad to support the National Parks
What are some of your most played songs on your iPod?
Vapor Wave
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What is one thing people don't know about you?
That I rode my bike 20 miles to Indiana
Whom do you look up to and why?
My Dad because he knows what to do
What do you keep under your bed?
A neck pillow for traveling, my headphones case, and fuzzy slipper socks
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Bucz, my 2nd grade teacher, because we didn’t have to write a lot
What is your favorite class and why?
Gym because it’s a nice long break
What's one thing that stands out about your school?
We go to Mass every Friday
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Soccer
What's your morning routine?
I get up at 6:30am, get dressed, ride my bike with my Dad for 2 miles, eat breakfast, brush my teeth, put on my school shoes, and go to school with my Mom
If you could change one thing about school what would it be?
Bigger park and no masks
What's your favorite thing to eat in the cafeteria?
Pizza
What's your best memory from school?
The chickens hatching in Kindergarten with Miss Mary Beth
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. Scholarships are available; please contact Mr. Dunn, Principal of Noonan Elementary Academy, for more information or visit their website at www.noonanacademy.org
