Nazareth Academy Student of the Week: Abigail Shannon

Submitted by Nazareth Academy.

La Grange Park, IL - Abigail Shannon has been named the Nazareth Academy Student of the Week. She is a member of the Class of 2016, of St. John of the Cross, Western Springs.

“Abby shows a passion for helping those in need. Her creativity, genuine positive attitude and natural leadership style make her a perfect example of what we want our seniors to be,” said Mr. Green, guidance.

Q&A with Abby

Three words that best describe you:
Patient, well-rounded, athletic

How are you involved at Nazareth?
I have been extremely lucky to have played tennis, basketball and soccer at Naz. I am currently a captain of the girls basketball team. I will be playing my fourth year of soccer in the spring and I have played four years of tennis.

What’s your favorite thing about Nazareth?
I love how NAZ includes everyone in all that we do. I love how it feels like a family. Naz makes it so hard to want to leave as a senior!

What are your post high school plans?
I am undecided about which school I will attend, but I hope to study physical therapy in college.

Please choose one of Nazareth’s Four Pillars (Scholarship, Service, Spirit, Unity) and describe what it means to you.
The pillar of Unity to me means treating everyone with respect and as an equal. I think that out of all the pillars, Nazareth has taught me Unity the most.

What’s one thing people might not know about you?
I love to canvas paint.