Falcon Spotlight: A conversation with Profesora Loaiza
Profesora Loaiza has stepped into the big gap Mrs. Randall left when she moved this summer. We sat down con la profesora to learn a little more about her.
Saint Stephen’s welcomed a new faculty member to the language department at the start of the 2017-2018 school year. Profesora Clorinda Loaiza replaced Mrs. Randall, the AP Spanish teacher from last year. Even though Mrs. Randall only taught at Saint Stephen’s for one year, she still left a lasting impact on our students.
I recently sat down with the new Spanish teacher “in between the bells” for a quick Q&A.
Professor Loaiza moved all the way from New York, where she previously lived and taught. Now only a couple weeks into the school year, I was curious to see her first impressions of Saint Stephen’s and the students. Here is the scoop on our new Spanish teacher.
Q: Where are you from?
A: I’m originally from New York.
Q: As a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A: I wanted to be a world traveler.
Q: What did you do before Saint Stephen’s?
A: A lot; I taught at a very exclusive prep school in New York City, near Wall Street, and I loved it.
Q: How are you liking SSES?
A: So far, it’s a very good school.
Q: What are your favorite hobbies and passions?
A: Photography. I take pictures of everything that takes and grabs my attention. Anything that’s beautiful.
Q: Who has been the most inspirational person in your life?
A: My son; he is my light.
Q: Why do you teach?
A: I like the fact that I can make a difference in someone’s life, and prepare them to embrace their future.
Q: If you could give advice to yourself as a high-schooler, what would it be?
A: Don’t give up on your dreams.
Q: If you were stranded on an island and could bring three items, what would you bring?
A: Freshwater for one, because you can’t drink the seawater, my favorite book, and my camera.
Q: Let’s assume you win the lottery tomorrow. What would you do?
A: I don’t believe in the lottery, but I would continue doing what I’m doing.
Professor Clorinda Loaiza teaches students with an upbeat attitude and high spirits. Many of her students would agree that she teaches with passion and displays her love for the language. We gladly welcome Profesora Clorinda Loaiza to the Saint Stephens community.