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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Emma Foray has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Emma Foray is a 8th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mr. Gianotti, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Emma and to the Foray family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
My notes
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Watch TV, visit my family, sleep
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What is your dream job?
My dream job is to become a photographer
What are some of your most played songs on your iPod?
Adore You by Harry Styles
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What is one thing people don't know about you?
I am a cat person
Whom do you look up to and why?
I look up to my mom because she taught me to do everything I know right now
What do you keep under your bed?
My stuffed animals and shoes
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Gianotti, because he’s my homeroom teacher
What is your favorite class and why?
I like English because I write a lot
What's one thing that stands out about your school?
The red color of the walls
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
An outdoor gardening club
What's your morning routine?
I wake up, eat breakfast, brush my teeth, put on my uniform, do my hair, get my shoes on, grab my backpack, lunch and mask, and go to school
If you could change one thing about school what would it be?
I would put in a cafeteria
What's your favorite thing to eat in the cafeteria?
Fruit
What's your best memory from school?
I am new, so I don’t know. But, I remember meeting my first friend at school
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