At Cabrini High School, excellence in teaching is not only a goal but a lived reality, one reflected in the recent achievements of several distinguished faculty members whose work extends from the classroom to the global stage.
This year, Social Studies teacher Jose Lozano was named a recipient of the inaugural Bischof Research and Travel Scholarship, awarded by the Center Austria at the University of New Orleans. This prestigious honor supports academic research and cultural exchange between New Orleans and Austria. Lozano earned the award for his extensive study of the Habsburg dynasty, which culminated in a research trip to Vienna last summer. Through firsthand archival work and immersion in European history, he deepened his scholarship in ways that directly enrich his teaching. His recognition, shared with an Austrian student at UNO, underscores both his academic rigor and the global perspective he brings to Cabrini students.
Cabrini also celebrates the continued recognition of its faculty closer to home. Elizabeth Leblanc, Science Department Chair, and Lisa Dubus, Social Studies Department Chair, have been named Top 10 finalists in the New Orleans Mom Blog Teacher of the Year campaign. Selected from a highly competitive pool of educators across the region, this distinction reflects their exceptional dedication to student growth and achievement. Both educators are widely respected for their ability to engage and inspire, fostering intellectual curiosity that extends well beyond the classroom.
Further highlighting this commitment to excellence, Mrs. Dubus is also a recipient of the FOX 8 News Golden Apple Award, a respected regional honor recognizing teachers who demonstrate creativity, passion, and an unwavering dedication to their students. Nominated by students, parents, and peers, Golden Apple recipients are celebrated in local Fox broadcasts for going above and beyond in shaping meaningful learning experiences.
Together, these achievements reflect the strength of Cabrini’s faculty and its mission to cultivate excellence, leadership, and lifelong learning.