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Noonan Academy Standout Student of the Week
Emmett Urbaniak has been selected as Noonan Academy's Standout Student of the Week
Emmett Urbaniak is in Kindergarten at Noonan Elementary Academy in Mokena and has been selected by his teacher, Mrs. Kloska, as this week's Standout Student. Congratulations Emmett and to the Urbaniak family.
What is one essential you must have when studying?
I need my pencil and eraser when studying
What do you like to do when not in school or studying?
I like to go to the park and go swimming
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What is your dream job?
To become Ironman and an applesauce maker
What are some of your favorite songs?
“Yellow Submarine” by the Beatles
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What is one thing people don’t know about you?
I have a strawberry plant that I have not eaten a single strawberry off of because the robins eat them all
Who do you look up to and why?
My Mom and Dad because I like looking at them
What do you keep under your bed?
Lots of toys – trains and stuffed animals
Who is your favorite teacher and why?
Mrs. Michelle because she is nice to me
What is your favorite class and why?
I like gym class the best because I get to run around with my friends
What is one thing that stands out about your school?
We have a playground right outside our building! And I get to play the guitar and piano
What extracurricular(s) do you wish your school had?
I wish our school had swim class
What is your morning routine?
I get dressed, eat breakfast, comb my hair, and brush my teeth
If you could change one thing about your school, what would it be?
I would have 10,000 playgrounds and we could go outside whenever we wanted
What is your favorite thing to eat at lunch?
Grilled cheese
What is your best memory from school?
My favorite memory is our Christmas Recital. I played “Run, Run, Rudolph” with my friends
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
