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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Wyatt Aceves has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week

Wyatt Aceves is a 6th grader at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Huguelet, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Wyatt and to the Aceves family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
I need a quiet place with a snack and water
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to play video games with my friends and sports outside
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What is your dream job?
My dream job would be an Astronaut
What are some of your most played songs on your iPod?
Top hits on the Radio
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What is one thing people don't know about you?
I have a pet bird named Ash that likes to sit on my head
Whom do you look up to and why?
My older cousin, Scott, he is in college for Aerospace Engineering and has a really fast car
What do you keep under your bed?
Monsters
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Eminger because I enjoy her teaching Science and she is really nice
What is your favorite class and why?
Science because I like learning all about life and the environment
What's one thing that stands out about your school?
I like the focus on religion and my faith
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
Track
What's your morning routine?
I wake up, walk my dog, make a smoothie, get dressed, and get ready to leave
If you could change one thing about school what would it be?
More options to bring for lunch
What's your favorite thing to eat in the cafeteria?
We don’t have a cafeteria, but I enjoy my chips at lunch
What's your best memory from school?
All the friends I made throughout the years here
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