Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week

Maxim Jelinek is a 7th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mr. Gianotti, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Maxim and to the Gianotti family.

What is one essential you must have when studying?
No distractions

What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Sports, like baseball. Also, video games and playing with my dog

What is your dream job?
Anything I enjoy doing

What are some of your favorite songs?
I don’t like to listen to music that much

What is one thing people don’t know about you?
That I think Steph Curry is better than Michael Jordan

Who do you look up to and why?
Jesus, because he is very humble and holy

What do you keep under your bed?
Old Noonan clothes

Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Gianotti because I really like how he teaches Religion

What is your favorite class and why?
Religion because of Mr. Gianotti

What is one thing that stands out about your school?
Our main focus is on God

What is your morning routine?
Get up, shower, brush teeth, sometimes eat breakfast, then take my dog out

If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
We can wear different colored shoes

What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Very rare, but Subway or Domino’s

What is your best memory from school?
When I made a shot backwards one handed 3 pointer first try

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