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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
Cuomo and Gaetz face calls for resignation after sexual misconduct allegations. Both politicians have denied all accusations.

Cuomo and Gaetz face investigations after sexual harassment investigations

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 29, 2021

AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson vaccines raise concerns

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
Gov. Kemp signs a suppression bill into law. This photo is now the poster of modern-day Jim Crow attempts to disenfranchise People of Color.

Jim Crow never ended, it’s just re-emerging

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
April 29, 2021
A play on words, when GOP members such as Cruz agreed that “Mexico is not sending their best” when referencing immigrants heading to the US. Now he’s the migrant, who obviously isn’t the best representation of Texas.

How Ted Cruz abandoned Texans when he was needed most

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 2021
As a result of freezing conditions, a 133-car pile up resulted in six deaths and over 65 hospitalizations in Fort Worth, Texas.

Texans afflicted by snowstorm and millions left without power and water

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
March 12, 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

Right-wing raid, when the nation’s capitol came under attack

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2021
In Black Lives Matter Plaza in Washington, D.C., a sign reads “Sedition, When you’re white they let you do it (Black, not soooo much).” This comes after the riots led by Trump supporters were met with drastically different police forces than the BLM protests in the summer of 2020.

Facing consequences from rioting depends on your skin color

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2021
Senators Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff walk through the Capitol on Inauguration day. They were sworn in shortly afterwards by Vice President Harris.

Democrats gain control of Senate; uncomplicating Biden’s plans

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
Biden and his transition team work to appoint his cabinet for his presidential terms starting on January 20. Here, Biden nominates candidates for foreign policy positions.

Working around Trump; how Biden’s team prepares for January 20, 2021

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2020
Jon Ossoff went head-to-head with an empty podium to win one of two senate seats in GA. He took the opportunity to condemn Sen. Perdue’s behavior and inability to represent Georgians.

Senate runoff in Georgia will determine Senate control

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2020
The lack in cooperative leadership has resulted in El Paso citizens in mobile morgues staffed by prison labor. This is no way our beautiful community should be remembered.

Trio of tragedy; how three people are killing our community

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2020
Dr. Ugur Sahin pictured on the left and Dr. Özlem Türeci on the right. This couple led the research that led to the high efficacy rate of the Pfizer vaccine, now being distributed around the world.

Power duo leads worldwide fight against COVID-19

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
December 11, 2020
While thousands of people die of the same virus, Trump puts secret servicemen at risk to flaunt his foolish “immunity” while infected. Americans won’t receive this kind of treatment; they’ll die alone in hospital beds forbidden to see their loved ones one last time.

Elitist ideologies decimate American livelihoods

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 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
As Judge Barrett faces tough questions during her Senate hearing, she dodges most questions that stem from previous court decisions. Barrett is expected to be confirmed in the next weeks.

Amy Coney Barrett confirmation hearing accelerates

Iliana Moreno, Co-Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2020
El Pasoans took to the streets this summer to show their support for the Black Lives Matter after the murders of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. They protested at EPPD headquarters on 911 N Raynor Street.

Tu lucha es mi lucha: your fight is my fight

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
Samantha Perez, prepared to present her complex prototype to judges at Sun City Regional Science Fair. Her prototype could potentially save the lives of women and unborn children at a low cost. Photo courtesy of the Loretto Academy Instagram.

Loretto junior advances to Texas state science fair

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Co-Editor
April 26, 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
Catherine Carreon, vice president of National Art Honor Society, adds finishing touches to her art piece. Her piece touches on the oppression of the LGBTQ+ community. Photo courtesy of the author.

National Art Honor Society plans for art show

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News Editor
March 12, 2020
Seniors Madison Leyva, Elisa Ibarbo, Mia Hernandez, Jacqueline Porras, Anneliese Gil, Ashley Leyva, and Alejandra Urbina celebrating Senior Ditch Day at the ice rink. They enjoyed a day of bonding, ice skating, and smiles. Photo courtesy of Mia Hernandez.

Empty halls while seniors skip out on school

Iliana Moreno, Loretto News 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
Estefania Seyffert, now an anchor and producer for KTSM. She was a student writer and editor for Loretto News in The Prax. Photo courtesy of KTSM.

Decade’s accomplishments from Loretto’s alumni

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
Holladay poses comically in front of a glass door. He has presented against vaping across the nation. Photo courtesy of highvoltagetalks.com.

Robb Holladay speaks about dangers of vaping

Melina Olivas and Iliana Moreno
November 12, 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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