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The Prax

The Student News Site of Loretto Academy

The Prax

Iliana Moreno

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief

Hi! My name is Iliana Moreno and I’m a senior at Loretto Academy. You may recognize me as last year’s Loretto News Editor. This year, I’ve been able to make my way to the top as The Prax’s Co-Editor in Chief!

I’m excited to report new kinds of stories and be able to write editorials to show my love for the El Paso community and humanitarian crises.

I’ve been at Loretto Academy since fifth grade and I look forward to graduating from my home away from home this spring and going to college and pursue law. Away from writing, my hobbies include caring for plants, enjoying the outdoors, and finding a good read.

You will not be disappointed in the stories we report this year as we find new ways to report without contact to protect our staff!

All content by Iliana Moreno
A rally of supporters come together in Minneapolis. They gathered to stand against the recent rise in anti-Asian American attacks.

Asian American hate rises sharply

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 29, 2021
The saying goes “there are two things guaranteed in life; death and taxes.” But now, student debt should be added to the list.

Going to college is elitist

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 29, 2021
Davis raises the fist of power during a courtroom hearing in 1971. She is a fierce progressive activist who continues to fight for humanitarian issues to this day.

Angela Y. Davis, a woman of strength

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2021
House intelligence chairman Adam Schiff delivers the opening statement of the impeachment trial. Later that week, former president trump would be acquitted a second time.

Trump acquitted once again

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2021
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi bangs her gavel to signify the passing of the impeachment articles, now heading to the Senate. She wore the same outfit as the first impeachment in 2019.

Trump gets impeached twice, making history

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2021
(From left to right: Iliana Moreno, Samantha Perez, and Liliana Mendoza) We’ve might have missed a lot to celebrate, but it’s time to celebrate new beginnings. From appreciating the people we have, to later graduating from Loretto, let’s let go of 2020 and look forward to 2021.

Good riddance, 2020

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2021
Loretto parent Armida Moreno receives her Pfizer vaccine. She was vaccinated by Providence hospitals, provided to health care workers.

Vaccinating El Pasoans

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2021
Kamala Harris carries the torch of women activists that came before and that will come after her. She now represents and becomes a role model for all us to wish to be at the world stage.

Mr. Vice President, we’re speaking now

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2020
As Biden and Trump argue over the nation, a new standard of debating was set. The nation embraced overlapping arguments and the inability to hear either candidate’s plans.

From chaos to flies

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2020
Christiane Tapia at the Loretto campus for her first year in high school. She looks forward to giving ideas for fun activities for her fellow classmates.

Essential support for new traditions

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-In-Chief
November 2, 2020
Ruth Bader Ginsburg will continue to inspire millions of teens across the US, leaving a legacy for us to live up to. This legacy could never be fulfilled by Amy Coney Barrett- a woman who champions for anti-woman rights.

We Dissent- how RBG shaped Gen Z

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2020
A Prax to remember

A Prax to remember

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
May 17, 2020
The class of 2020 having a Zoom meeting together to celebrate Loretto. They dressed in their uniforms as a part of SHOUT week. Photo courtesy of Mia Hernandez.

Zooming in fashion

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
May 17, 2020
Loretto Alumni left advice for the graduating class of 2020. This advice came as a substitution for the Senior-Alumna Luncheon hosted by Loretto annually. Photo courtesy of Loretto Academy Instagram.

Words for moving forward

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
May 17, 2020
This year's Ring Rose came in the form of gift-giving. Seniors and juniors practiced social distancing along the way. Photos courtesy of Lauren Barajas, Mia Hernandez, Melani Saldana, Anamarie Cordova, Celeste Hirschi, Diana, and Iliana Moreno.

Replacing Ring Rose

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
May 17, 2020
Junior Saralie Buendia drew her take on hands. Buendia said about the colorful background, “I based the sunset off of El Paso." Photo courtesy of Saralie Buendia.

Battling boredom

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
April 26, 2020
Junior Barbara Castillo alongside Lindsey Lunares and Luis Munoz on the panel. They were asked questions ranging from preventative measures to incidents witnessed. Photo courtesy of author.

Juniors visit teen dating violence panel

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
March 12, 2020
Seniors Melissa Hidalgo, Renata Gil, and Ximena Zarate preparing to guide runners as they take on the annual Nun Run. They cheered on runners while dressed as nuns. Photo courtesy of Sophia Navarro.

A run like nun other

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
March 12, 2020
Loretto students studying during a test-filled week. Students will use any free time available to study, using break time, lunch, and even class time. Photo courtesy of the author.

Readjusting to Loretto’s schedule

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
February 7, 2020
Loretto swim team after they won first place at Regionals. Some students got sick afterwards, coming back to school sick. Photo courtesy of Celeste Hirschi.

Loretto swim team competes while sick

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
February 7, 2020
Loretto's seniors taking a selfie after their performance. They completed their last Christmas assembly and one of many traditions. Photo courtesy of Alejandra Urbina.

Great ending to finals week

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
December 23, 2019
Loretto's high school lockers, now with hardly any lunchboxes after the incident. Photo courtesy of the author.

Smelly lockers

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
December 16, 2019
From left to right: Melina Olivas, Mr. Sanchez, Victoria Villarreal, and Mrs. Ng. Seniors Olivas and Villarreal dressed as their teachers on Halloween and were a student favorite this year. Photo courtesy of Sophia Navarro.

Fall at Loretto

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
December 16, 2019
Last year’s Loretto selection, taking a break from becoming leaders and having a fun time. Photo courtesy of Rebecca Terrazas.

Denver leadership summit 2019

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
November 12, 2019
The new science lab, showcasing the new fume hood. Students and science teachers of Loretto can get hands-on for science experiments. Photo courtesy of the author.

Loretto’s summer upgrades

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
November 12, 2019
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