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Springtime activities

Madison Aboud, Associate Editor • April 29, 2024 • 54 Views
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Mattie Baker
Glass from the past. The National Art Honors Society visits the Corning Museum of Glass in Corning, NY, in mid April and surveys this glass sculpture. The piece, "Nocturne 5", was created by Karen LaMonte and was inspired by her observations of the night sky as well as historical astronomy and piano compositions.
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Lila Benjamin
Despite the dreary weather, the flag for the Gateway Clipper glides along the wind. French students attended an annual spring field trip to Pittsburgh to ride the boat and partake in games, food and dancing.
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Elected. Wenzel is part of the State Thespian Board for next year and will be able to help plan the next Thesfest conference. He was shocked and excited when they announced his name for the officer position. "I've gotten into more of the technical side of things. I usually just do acting, but I've learned a lot more about the design of stages, design of lighting and a lot of media advertising, too," Wenzel said. (Courtesy of Wenzel)
Music department works through winter
The group huddles around the directions. They tried figuring out the next part.
Robotics class works on projects
Forehand action. Junior Aiden Aikens moves to hit the ball. He hit a winner down the line.
Boys' tennis practice for upcoming matches
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Be Proud. Juniors Mylin Betz, Aubriana Berardinelli, Madilynn Buechele and Chloe Gibson show off the bracelets given to each of the students.
Freshman and Sophomore Executive Committee travels to CORE Center
Shot. Sophomore Giana Fiore, sophomore Madilynn Switzer, junior Codey Burns and sophomore Mackenzie Lego work on an edit about hunger. "We're doing an edit about what to do if you don't have enough food at home," Fiore said.
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Madison Aboud
Madison Aboud, Associate Editor
My name is Madison Aboud and I am a sophomore at AAHS. This is my second year on Mountain Echo staff and my first year as an Associate Editor. In Jr. high, I was a reporter on the AAJHS Livewire. In my free time, you can find me reading or singing along to my favorite show-tunes. I’ve always had a passion for writing. My ultimate goal after high school is to become a professional journalist. Outside of Mountain Echo, I am in band, chorus, vocal ensemble, student council and Friends of Rachel. I strive to make sure students of AAHS are finding out everything they need to know within a timely manner. I can’t wait for another great year! 
Addisen McDonald
Addisen McDonald, Reporter
My name is Addisen McDonald, and I’m a first year staff member on the Mountain Echo. Along with newspaper, I’m also a third year member of the Horseshoe yearbook staff in the position of design editor. Outside of the journalism classroom, I spend my time binge watching “Greys Anatomy,” collecting fun sunglasses and practicing baton. This school year I was given the opportunity to be the AAHS feature twirler, which is leading me to achieve my dream goal of becoming a crimsonette at the University of Alabama. I’m so excited to be on staff this year and, as always, roll tide.
Emmalee Martyak
Emmalee Martyak, Associate Editor
Hello! I am a sophomore associate editor for the Mountain Echo. This is my second year writing for the Mountain Echo and my first year as an editor. I also previously wrote for the Livewire in junior high. Outside of the newsroom, I am also involved in the drama club and Sophomore Executive Committee.