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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Ashika Patel has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week
Ashika Patel is a 5th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Kimak, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Ashika and to the Patel family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
I must have a quiet room
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to go swimming or watch TV
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What is your dream job?
To be a doctor or sing
What are some of your most played songs on your iPod?
I don’t have a music app but my favorite songs are by Taylor Swift
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What is one thing people don't know about you?
I don’t like to play video games or Xbox
Whom do you look up to and why?
I look up to my parents and teachers because they will always help me
What do you keep under your bed?
I don’t keep anything under my bed and wouldn’t put anything under my bed even if I could. I can’t because I sleep on a mattress without a frame.
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
In the Primary Building my favorite teacher is Miss Mary Beth and in the Junior High my favorite teacher is Mrs. Kimak
What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class is P.E. because Mrs. Kimak is a great teacher and makes it super fun
What's one thing that stands out about your school?
My school teaches all about our catechism and faith
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish that my school had cooking
What's your morning routine?
My mom wakes me up, I brush my teeth, change into my uniform, drink milk and eat something, then I go to school
If you could change one thing about school what would it be?
You can wear your pajamas to school anytime you want
What's your favorite thing to eat in the cafeteria?
We don’t have a cafeteria but my favorite food is pasta
What's your best memory from school?
My best memory was when I was in Kindergarten and one of my classmates touched the Elf on the Shelf
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
