July 30, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Senior Spotlight… Joey Acton

Every week we ask an SJO senior five questions.

This week we talked to Joey Acton.

This post is sponsored by Hoveln Heating and Cooling.

What do you want to do after high school?
I am hoping to play baseball in college, possibly at a junior college and then transfer to a four-year university. I plan to major in Business.

What is your favorite thing about SJO?
My favorite thing about St Joseph-Ogden is the community and how they celebrate our athletic success and come together in times of need.

Who is your biggest inspiration?
My biggest inspiration is my mother because she is a hard worker, focused and manages a busy career and family.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
I see myself having a steady job, maybe a wife, enjoying life and possibly traveling.


What is your favorite class and why?

My favorite class is Trig with Mr. Kiel Duval because he is always pushing his students to be the best they can be. He brings energy to math class and makes it fun.

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