The Student News Site of Our Lady of Lourdes Academy

Our Lady of Lourdes Academy | 5525 SW 84th St, Miami, FL 33143

Our Lady of Lourdes Academy | 5525 SW 84th St, Miami, FL 33143

The Student News Site of Our Lady of Lourdes Academy

Our Lady of Lourdes Academy | 5525 SW 84th St, Miami, FL 33143

The Student News Site of Our Lady of Lourdes Academy

Our Lady of Lourdes Academy | 5525 SW 84th St, Miami, FL 33143

2023-2024 Staff

Staff Writer

Mia Rodriguez

Mia Rodriguez is currently a junior at OLLA. She has always loved to read but while taking Journalism I: News Writing and Reporting her sophomore year, she discovered her passion for journalism and writing. She is also a member...

Alani Avila
J1 Staff

Alani Avila

Alani Avila, a dedicated sophomore, brings her enthusiasm for the environment, sustainability, politics, trends, and contemporary global issues to OLLA. With her background as a Speech and Debate 1st place champion, Alani is eagerly...

Multimedia Editor

Carolina Fernandez

Carolina Fernandez is currently a senior. She loves reading, writing, and journalism. She enjoys broadcast journalism and wants to channel her creative flow through as many outlets as possible. She looks forward to sharing her...

Emma Diaz
Managing Editor: PR and Advertisement

Emma Diaz

Emma Diaz is a senior at OLLA. This is her third year being apart of The Grotto Staff, and this year she is head of our PR and management. Emma is also a cheerleader for Belen. She has a passion for writing, and is so excited...

Emma Velasco
Managing Copy Editor

Emma Velasco

Emma Velasco is a senior, and has been part of the Journalism program since freshman year. She enjoys researching current event, and entertainment news. Emma also enjoys talking about fashion, beauty, and celebrity news.

Alexa Sabogal
Managing Editor

Alexa Sabogal

Alexa Sabogal is a current senior and it is her third year on staff. After taking Journalism 1 she found her love for writing and creating podcasts about what students are up to. She is a member of Student Council, Peer Ministry,...

Sarah Carreño
Web/Design Editor

Sarah Carreño

Sarah Carreño is a senior and the Editor of Design and Website Management. She is a member of multiple honor societies and clubs, as well as being a Peer Minister. In her free time, she loves hanging out with her friends and family...

Isabella Baquerizo
Editor In Chief

Isabella Baquerizo

Isabella Baquerizo is currently a senior. She's been a part of the staff since she discovered her love for writing and journalism through Journalism I: News Writing & Reporting her sophomore year. She has continued to pursue...

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