Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Dalia Sweis is a 4th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by her teacher, Mrs. Mueller, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Dalia and to the Sweis family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
Your books

What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Play outside and color

What is your dream job?
Being a teacher

What are some of your favorite songs?
“It Could Have Been Me” and “The Sky Full of Stars” from the Sing2 soundtrack

What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I can hula hoop for 30 minutes

Who do you look up to and why?
Mrs. Mueller because she is my teacher, and she is with me most of the time at school

What do you keep under your bed?
My monster friends

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Mueller because she plays fun games. Also because she makes classes fun.

What is your favorite class and why?
Reading because I love reading a lot

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Mass

What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Dance classes

What is your morning routine?
Change, brush my teeth, eat breakfast, get my stuff ready for school, and then leave

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
I wish there were longer school days

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Mac and cheese

What is your best memory from school?
Spring programs

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