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Victoria Gasca

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief

Victoria Gasca is a senior, and this marks her fourth year in newspaper. Her favorite part of newspaper is playing a role in making the campus well-informed. Among other things, she spends the rest of her time in the National Hispanic Institute, UIL Spelling, and March For Our Lives El Paso. She aspires one day to be a radiologist.

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Joining the newspaper in my freshman year was a fortunate accident. After four years, leaving it behind makes me emotional.

Column: saying goodbye to The Explorer

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
June 15, 2021
Olivia Rodrigo released her first album on May 21. 'SOUR' is wonderfully varied in the genres, tones, and subjects of the songs, but its unapologetic portrayal of Rodrigo's emotions brilliantly ties all of the tracks together.

Review of Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘SOUR’: pure musical and emotional brilliance

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
May 25, 2021
Coronado Thunder Theatre rehearses their upcoming one-act play, their first performance since the pandemic began last year.

Theatre prepares for first play in a year

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
April 9, 2021
The new procedure will be an adjustment, but these steps are paramount to keeping the Coronado community as safe as possible.

What students need to know before in-person instruction begins

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
January 15, 2021
Even the colors alone convey that 'The Prom' is a massive celebration. The film brings out a whirlwind of emotions, laughter, and optimism.

‘The Prom’ delivers greatness on every level

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
December 28, 2020
On Nov. 7, news outlets declared Joe Biden and Kamala Harris the likely next president and vice president.

Biden wins presidency

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2020
My first day of school photo looked a little different this year, namely a laptop with "12th Grade - Coronado High School (Zoom Edition)" typed on a Word document. Virtual school can be beneficial, but students need to take a few steps to make the most of their experience.

Letter from the editor: making the most of virtual school for students

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
August 21, 2020
Victoria Gasca and the rest of The Explorer staff encourage the Coronado community to make the most of this time. (This photo was taken prior to the closure of the Coronado campus.)

Never stop exploring: letter from the editor

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2020
The new schedule shortens classes to one hour each and provides "enrichment and creative" and "health and wellness" time to encourage a well-rounded daily routine.

New Coronado online schedule

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2020
Public health officials urge citizens to do their part and "flatten the curve" through social distancing.

Please stay home: the importance of social distancing

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
March 19, 2020
A cloudy day at the campus is gloomy in appearance to some but is a beautiful sight to others.

Skies of Coronado

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
March 17, 2020
COVID-19 has become a pandemic, causing EPISD to take action.

EPISD schools get additional week of break amid coronavirus concerns

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
March 13, 2020
Kindness and positivity, although a major part of everyday life, can be overshadowed by problems and exhaustion. That's why being mindful of the good things can make you more content and satisfied.

Kindness is everywhere – be thankful

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
March 5, 2020
Junior Victor Meza pretends to vape as part of Smoking Obsession/Addiction Prevention's short film.

Smoking Obsession/Addiction Prevention produces anti-vaping video

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
January 13, 2020
My aunt was one of the most influential figures in my life. Losing her was immensely difficult.

My experience getting through a loss during the holidays

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
December 28, 2019
The House of Representatives passed the articles of impeachment on Dec. 18.

President Trump impeached

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
December 19, 2019
With the practice of cooking from scratch come numerous positive effects, but many are hesitant to start. Despite its perceived complexity, preparing a meal can be as easy or as difficult as the chef prefers.

The phenomenal benefits of cooking

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2019
As shown in this photo from Nov. 17, 2018, the city of El Paso holds its annual "Celebration of Lights" before Thanksgiving takes place. Events such as these cause some to wonder whether the holidays are being celebrated for far too long.

Holiday excitement never comes too early

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
November 5, 2019
Grief marks a period of darkness and tragedy, but certain strategies and mindsets, outlined below, will make the process less painful.

16 lessons about grief from a 16-year-old

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
October 25, 2019
Becoming familiar with oneself involves extended introspection and being able to answer the question, "Who are you?"

Take the time to figure out who you are

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
October 17, 2019
Seven of the student protesters stand outside of A building with signs bearing their beliefs.

Students lead climate change protest

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2019
A sign at the Cielo Vista Walmart memorial honors the victims.

#ElPasoStrong: Mass Shooting and Community Spirit

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2019
Srila Muthyala, winner of the PTSA Reflection's Literature Contest, poses by a poster with her original poem during the ceremony.

Sophomore wins city-wide literature contest

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
February 6, 2019
The National Hispanic Institute team from El Paso won the Texas Ambassador Great Debate on July 28, 2018.

El Paso Debate Team Wins State Competition

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
August 1, 2018
Coronado High School is now empty of students, but only until August 13.

High School: Incoming Freshman vs. Incoming Senior’s Perspectives

Victoria Gasca, Editor-in-Chief
July 31, 2018
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