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Olivia Garcia

Olivia Garcia, Connect Editor

Olivia Garcia is a junior at Xavier College Preparatory. At Xavier, she is involved in performance dance, Student Ambassadors, archery, and she is co-president of the Classical Music Club. Outside of school, Olivia enjoys spending time with her friends, volunteering, reading, and playing her guitar. She is looking forward to growing more with her writing skills and creating new stories. Olivia is a Best of SNO award-winning writer. 

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Young Xavier artists are hard at work in Alison Dunn’s AP Studio Art class presenting their latest creations to be critiqued. This year, Dunn encouraged students to incorporate red string into their works at least once. (Photo courtesy of Jane Burkhardt)

Teaching styles: Benefiting the education of students

Olivia Garcia and Jane Burkhardt
November 30, 2023
Alexandra Lopez Jimenez shows her students Día de los Muertos projects displayed in her classroom. Every year near the time of Day of the Dead, Lopez Jimenez makes her students create “Ofrendas” to present and share with the class. (Photo courtesy of Olivia Garcia)

“We have to mourn the person, We have to cry:” Overcoming sorrow with celebration

Olivia Garcia, Connect Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
November 9, 2023
On Thursday, September 7, Xavier girls make friendship bracelets and signs for the new Gator-Aide club. This was the first meeting and over 150 girls showed up. (Photo courtesy of Abigail DeLeon)

More than a friendship bracelet: The need for inclusivity at an all-girls school

Olivia Garcia, Connect Editor and Best of SNO award-winning writer
September 28, 2023
On Thursday March 30, the Xavier varsity team warms up for its match against the Chandler Wolves. The Xavier Gators came out victorious, winning 7-2.

To Fall and Fly: Lacrosse, tennis and softball conquer spring season

Olivia Garcia, Staff Writer and Best of SNO award-winning writer
April 28, 2023
In front of the Laurie Martin Championship Court, a bench with Martin’s face and name was created. The bench allows the spirit of Martin to be around the players who are playing on the court.

A tennis court with a deeper meaning: Honoring Laurie Martin

Charley Fisher and Olivia Garcia
April 20, 2023
“A Collage for Humanity” is a montage of different posters and artwork to describe humanity. This photo was taken to show how humanity has evolved over time and how the way life can truly be: beautiful and broken.

Pierian Spring wins national award for art, photography and poetry

Olivia Garcia, Staff Writer
February 24, 2023
The “SIX” ASU Gammage gammbill is held in front of the national tour set. “SIX” came to Gammage from October 4-9, 2022.

ASU Gammage: Connection made to audience

Olivia Garcia, Staff Writer
February 9, 2023
Xavier families, friends and guests gather outside in the Hart Family Plaza for the holiday auction. Guests bid on gift baskets and other items as the live auction begins.

A night of auction proclaims success under desert sky

Olivia Garcia, Staff Writer
November 17, 2022
Varsity runners Nora Hinkle, Julia Russo, Reese Brown, Lily Beaver, Kylie Graf, Bella Gomez and Emily Manuelito pose after their race at the John Gleeson Invitational in Tucson. The team finished with 36 points, easily defeating second place finisher Salpointe Catholic with 60 points.

XCP cross country team perseveres through pain and passion for fall sport

Olivia Garcia, Staff Writer
October 20, 2022
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