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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Adele Adamo has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Adele Adamo is a 1st grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Galloway, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Adele and to the Adamo family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
My sparkly pencil
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to do gymnastics and crafts
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What is your dream job?
A teacher so I can help others
What are some of your favorite songs?
I love Christmas songs, especially The Little Drummer Boy
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I love to help my grandparents cook, bake, clean, and decorate for the holidays
Who do you look up to and why?
My parents because they do so much for me and take care of me
What do you keep under your bed?
Some toys that I don’t want my little sister to get
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Marta because she’s very sweet and I like her music
What is your favorite class and why?
Art because it’s so fun
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
We get to learn about God and our teachers are so great
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Gymnastics because I love it
What is your morning routine?
I wake up, eat pancakes, brush my teeth, get dressed, and then go to school
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
No uniforms
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Ms. Cathy’s man and cheese, we have it come Fridays or cucumbers
What is your best memory from school?
I really liked the Back-to-School party before school started. The jumpies were fun.
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