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

Raymond 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 Raymond and to the Sikora family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
One essential that I need when I am studying is my notes
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to play hockey and create things
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What is your dream job?
My dream job is a lawyer
What are some of your favorite songs?
I like songs by Imagine Dragons, “I’m on top of the world”, and “Enemy” is a good example
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I am named after both of my grandfathers
Who do you look up to and why?
I look up to my parents. The reason why is because they have been guiding me
What do you keep under your bed?
I keep my slippers under my bed
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Gianotti is my favorite teacher because he is funny, and always leads a good class
What is your favorite class and why?
My favorite subject is English
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Something that stands out about our school is we have a very strong belief in the Catholicism, and everyone gets along and works together
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish in our school we could have a pool to have a swimming class
What is your morning routine?
My routine is wakeup, eat breakfast, brush my teeth, get dressed, do hair, check I have everything for school. GO!!
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
We should have a PJ Day where you wear your pajamas to school
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
My favorite thing is a cheese, turkey, and mayo sandwich
What is your best memory from school?
My best memory is when we raised chicks from eggs
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