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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Reid Sikora has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Reid Sikora is a 6th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mr. Evers, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Reid and to the Sikora family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
I need a quiet place when I study
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like swimming, fishing, and I like hockey
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What is your dream job?
My dream job is a teacher
What are some of your favorite songs?
I like songs by twenty-one piolets
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I write right-handed and I play hockey left-handed
Who do you look up to and why?
My favorite pro hockey player, Filip Forsberg, because he’s on the Nashville Predators
What do you keep under your bed?
I have some left over Pokemon cards under there
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Kimak because she is a great gym teacher
What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite class is English
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Noonan has a lot of nice kids, and they teach about Jesus
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish our school had a hockey team
What is your morning routine?
I wake up, watch TV while eating breakfast, brush my teeth, get on my uniform, and then do my hair
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
If I could change on thing, it would be Aurelio’s for pizza Thursday. I’d want it to be Dominos instead
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
My favorite thing to eat in my school lunch is a fruit rollup
What is your best memory from school?
Playing four square everyday with my friends
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