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The Student News Site of Loretto Academy

The Prax
The Student News Site of Loretto Academy

The Prax
Cristina Robles

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor

Hi! My name is Cristina Robles and I am going to be the Editor for Loretto News. 

I am a senior at Loretto and I am excited to begin the 2020-2021 season of The Prax. 

Last year I was a reporter for Class Sections and Entertainment and I am excited to now take on the role of editor.

As the Loretto News editor I hope to bring new ideas, good stories, and a closer look at what is happening at Loretto. 

My hobbies include running, cooking, and traveling. 

In the future I plan to be a reliable journalist living in New York. 

I hope you enjoy this year’s stories!

All content by Cristina Robles
The class of 2021 doing the traditional picture of their graduating number. While some Loretto sisters are missing, the sisterhood is ever-present!

Senior’s together again

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
April 26, 2021
Last year’s Ring Rose was also a break from tradition. Instead of the senior giving their junior a ring and a junior giving their senior a yellow rose, gift baskets, roses, and balloons were exchanged.

Upcoming Ring Rose changes

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
April 26, 2021
Disney is fully opened and requiring masks and implementing social distancing to keep the parks safe and guests safe. Disney continues to spread the magic making holidays special again for those traveling.

Easter activities

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
April 26, 2021
This photo was taken on March 19, 2020, before online classes officially started. Mrs.Melby wanted the former junior’s now seniors to get a feel of zoom.

Flashback to Friday 13th

Cristina Robles, Loretto News editor
March 12, 2021
Protestors in Foley Square, New York City. During the summer protest waved through the US.

Fight for rights

Cristina Robles, Loretto News editor
March 12, 2021
Mrs. Melby breaking the ice on the first day of school in 2018. Mrs. Melby always began the year with an ice breaker so students could become comfortable and get ready for the new school year.

To Mrs.Melby with love

Cristina Robles, Loretto News editor
March 12, 2021
As much as 2020 through things in our direction half-day Wednesdays brought peace of mind.

Half-day Wednesdays revoked

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
February 1, 2021

Juniors take on PSAT/NMSQT

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
February 1, 2021
Loretto angels celebrate the holidays in many different ways. Senior Lauren Barajas enjoyed Christmas cuddling with her dog.

Winter activities

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
February 1, 2021
A picture of last year's science fair first place winner, Samantha Perez. Ms. Perez was in the senior division, Translational Medical Science.

Science fair turns virtual

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
February 1, 2021
Mrs. Metcalfe is a former Loretto Alumna. Mrs.Metcalfe teaches US History, and Business Information Management.

Introducing new Loretto teachers, staff

Cristina Robles, Loretto New Editor
December 11, 2020
Smiling after a long hour of learning, the Holocaust studies class poses for a picture. Students both seniors and juniors makeup this innovative course.

Holocaust studies new class at Loretto

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
December 11, 2020
As finals week approaches, students fill the books and coffee cups. For seniors, this will be their last first semester high school finals.

Most stressful time; finals week

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
December 11, 2020
Dr. Baca and Mrs. Jensen enjoy the 2019 Jingle Mingle. Last year's Jingle Mingle was hosted on November 6, 2019 at the gym.

Jingle Mingle; beloved christmas tradition

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
December 11, 2020
Elisa Camacho at the Super Valley market selling her custom earrings and accessories. The variety of her product is displayed on the table.

Student businesses at Loretto

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
November 2, 2020
Mrs.Gomez teaches World History, Ap World History, and Financial Literacy. In her classroom she poses to take a picture.

Teaching through screens

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
November 2, 2020
National Honor Society induction ceremony held at the Loretto Gymnasium. This was the 2018 NHS induction ceremony.

National Honor Society inductees

Cristina Robles, Loretto News Editor
November 2, 2020
Freshman at their retreat. Photo courtesy of Fatima Valenzuela.

Freshman reminisce on their first year of highschool

Cristina Robles, Class Section Reporter
May 18, 2020
Class of 2020 at their senior retreat. Photo credits: Loretto Academy.

Dear freshman self

Cristina Robles, Class Sections Reporter
May 18, 2020
Juniors at field day. Photo courtesy of Cristina Robles.

The Juniors advice the Sophomores

Cristina Robles, Class Sections Reporter
May 18, 2020
Until next time

Until next time

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
May 17, 2020

Ten best Met Gala looks

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
May 17, 2020

Recipes to make during quarantine

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
April 26, 2020
Ms. Franco at last year's Christmas assembly. Ms. Franco is the junior head sponsor and coordinates the various junior activities. Photo courtesy of the Loretto Academy Facebook.

Sponsor Spotlight: Ms. Franco

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
April 26, 2020
Due to the recent coronavirus outbreak, schools nationwide have been closed. The junior student body continues to figure out what they are going to do with prom. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Juniors answer questions about prom

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
April 26, 2020
Emilia Mandujando left and Lupita Lopez right at last year's Ring Rose. Ring Rose remains one of Loretto Academy’s longest lasting traditions. Photo courtesy of Emilia Mandujando.

Postponement of a Loretto tradition

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
April 26, 2020
Freshman Andrea Acosta. Photo courtesy of Andrea Acosta.

Quarantivities for Loretto Academy students

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
April 26, 2020

Movies being released early

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
April 26, 2020

Concert Fanatics

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
March 12, 2020
Cooking up some Mexican flavor

Cooking up some Mexican flavor

Cristina Robles, Class Sections Reporter
March 12, 2020
Senior Victoria Torres poses for the picture. Torres has a multitude of responsibilities as French Honor Society president. Photo courtesy of Cristina Robles.

French Honor Society president: Victoria Torres

Cristina Robles, Class Sections Reporter
March 12, 2020
Sisterhood is evident while the freshmen lean on each other for comfort while watching Toy Story. Photo courtesy of Fatima Valenzuela.

Freshman retreat, first of many

Cristina Robles, Class Sections Reporter
March 12, 2020
Top to bottom: Mariacatalina Villarreal, Suleth Villeda, Julietta Cavazos, Sybonae Acosta, Anacristina Villegas, and Maya De Leon. The junior girls gladly attended the Nun Run in support of their class victory. Photo courtesy of Sybonae Acosta.

Juniors in the Nun Run

Cristina Robles, Class Sections Reporter
March 12, 2020

Leader of the Pack

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
March 12, 2020

Saturday Night Fever

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
February 7, 2020
Ms. Ray judging science fair projects. The project being presented is Vitamin D vs. Acne. Photo courtesy of Loretto Academy newsletter.

Science at Loretto Academy

Cristina Robles, Class Sections and Entertainment Reporter
February 7, 2020
Victoria Villarreal with her bright smile. Photo courtesy of Victoria Villarreal.

Triumphs at Loretto

Cristina Robles, Class Sections and Entertainment Reporter
February 7, 2020
Creating bonds that last forever

Creating bonds that last forever

Cristina Robles, Class Sections and Entertainment Reporter
February 7, 2020
Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Recipes for Super Bowl season

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
February 7, 2020
Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

New year, new goals

Cristina Robles, Class Sections and Entertainment Reporter
February 7, 2020
Danielle Leydon at Beacon Hills Recording Studio. Photo courtesy of her Instagram.

Loretto’s rising star

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
February 7, 2020
Winter break shenanigans

Winter break shenanigans

Cristina Robles, Class Sections and Entertainment Reporter
February 7, 2020
The dance of the Snowflakes. It is one of the many dances in The Nutcracker. Photo courtesy of the El Paso Ballet Instagram.

Nutcracker: Classic Christmas story

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Editor
December 16, 2019
Finished product of the Sugar Cookie Bites recipe. They are delicious and perfect for the holidays. Photo courtesy of Delish.com.

Christmas survival guide

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Editor
December 16, 2019
El Paso Electric company’s float at the Thanksgiving parade. Photo courtesy of KTSM 9 News.

Thanksgiving, Christmas parade: Getting in holiday spirit

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
December 16, 2019
Sister Liz’s homeroom's door. The students had to incorporate Jesus into their themes. Photo credits to Marytere Tejada.

Deck the doors: Loretto Christmas tradition

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
December 16, 2019
Cristina Muniz has been singing since she was 10 years old. Now, she is the president of show choir. Photo courtesy of Muniz.

Anacristina Muniz: Show choir president

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sections Reporter
December 16, 2019

Eating pie as sisters

Cristina Robles, Entertainment and Class Sectiond Reporter
December 16, 2019
Photo courtesy of Shutterstock

Spooky recipes

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
November 12, 2019
Fatima Valenzuela freshman class president Photo credits go to Instagram

Freshmen elections: New leaders for the new year

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
November 12, 2019
Biggies and littles enjoying their time at Biggs Park.  Freshmen wearing pink and the seniors yellow, representing their class colors. Photo courtesy of Julieta Alarcon.

Big sister/little sister picnic

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
November 12, 2019
El Paso Strong chalk drawing symbolizing the strong community. Photo courtesy of the author.

Chalk the Block: Art, food, music for all

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
November 12, 2019
Juniors' theme of “villains” is being portrayed using pumpkins. Pumpkins are displayed in Loretto Acdemy’s foyer. Photo courtesy of Loretto Academy’s Facebook page. 

Halloween pumpkin decorating

Cristina Robles, Entertainment & Class Sections Reporter
November 12, 2019
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