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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Zachary Hudek has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week
Zachary Hudek is a 7th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Kimak, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Zachary and to the Hudek family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
When I study, I need flash cards and my book so I can review
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
Play basketball and go swimming, and play video games with my friends
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What is your dream job?
A “Shark” on Shark Tank. It would be cool to see all the ideas people have for products and maybe I would make money from it
What are some of your favorite songs?
Taylor Swift songs
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
Not really anything. I tell people everything about me
Who do you look up to and why?
My parents because they do so much for me and I hope I can do the same for my kids
What do you keep under your bed?
My sword and bat just in case someone breaks in
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mr. Gianotti, he was a fun teacher, and he gave us stickers and he was funny
What is your favorite class and why?
Gym because we play games like flag football and Nitro ball and it’s a lot of fun
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
We’re a small Catholic school and we have Mass every Friday
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
None. Our school has everything I could want
What is your morning routine?
Wake up, say “hi” to my family, get dressed, eat and when everybody is ready I go to school
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
We could have longer lunch time and recess time
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Anything. All food tastes good to me
What is your best memory from school?
When my Grandpa used to do Masses with the priest and when my Dad coached basketball
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
