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Mountain Echo
Online newspaper of Altoona Area High School in Altoona, Pennsylvania
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The Student News Site of Altoona Area High School

Mountain Echo
The Student News Site of Altoona Area High School

Mountain Echo
Amy Dean

Amy Dean, Reporter

Hey! My name is Amy Dean, and I’m a reporter for the AAHS Mountain Echo newspaper. I am also a part of yearbook. This will be my second year, and I’m excited for this school year’s upcoming stories! I’m an avid writer, reader and athlete. My favorite sport to play is volleyball, and I play for the school.  I love taking pictures at different sporting events and club events. A fun fact about me is that I know sign language; I’m very fluent in it.

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Hollabaugh lives grounded lifestyle

Hollabaugh lives grounded lifestyle

Amy Dean, Guest Reporter
December 7, 2023
Young star. Sophomore Zaelinh Nguyen-Moore belongs to the varsity team. Nguyen-Moore has been on varsity for two years, ranking 86 in Pa high school girls basketball for 2022.

Girls’ basketball season begins

Amy Dean, Guest Reporter
December 1, 2023
Bad game gone good. Sydney Stroup jumps for the ball in attempt to earn a kill. Although the game was a loss, she is proud of her personal record.

[Photo] Sydney Stroup reaches 500 kills

Megan Shultz, Associate Editor
October 16, 2023
One section of the mural features a student flying a drone with a remote control.

Mural features current, former students

Amy Dean, Reporter
May 27, 2022
Lining up. Junior Dustin Baughman (right) lines up with teammates Joseph Ball (center) and Justin Fleck (left), ready to play the Central High School Boys' Volleyball team. The entire Junior Varsity team was ready to start defending their soon to be undefeated record.

'Delirium' by Lauren Oliver is a Dystopian genre. I absolutely love this book so much. I highly recommend this book to be one you read next.

Journalist reflects on book called Delirium

Amy Dean, Reporter
May 3, 2022
Spring sports near completion

Spring sports near completion

Amy Dean, Reporter
April 22, 2022
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Sophomore Samuel Kessinger sets the ball.

[Photo] Junior varsity volleyball crushes East Central Dauphin

May 2, 2022
Senior Jason Carr-Keefe serves a floater to the opponents side of the court.

After losing a point against the opponents the team gathers on the court.

Coaching on the court Coach John Saboe tells the server which spot they should serve to on the opponents court.

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Senior Alex Ferry spikes the ball cross court winning a point.

Serious business First year varsity head coach Jessica Stiffler gives a pep talk to the athletes after an inning against Bellefonte during a scrimmage. "I'm looking forward to what happens this season. I'm also proud of how far the girls have come from the beginning of the season until now," Stiffler said.

New varsity softball head coach continues sharing passion

Amy Dean, Reporter
March 22, 2022
Focused on coach John Saboe junior Garrett Baumgartner listens to Saboe's feedback. "I'm looking forward to seeing how much we can grow as a team from the beginning of the season to the end," Baumgartner said.

Boys volleyball prepare for first game against Central Martinsburg

Amy Dean, Reporter
March 21, 2022
What’s the difference between unintentional and intentional cheese? “In the first picture of the black in white photo this is called intentional cheese. He was posing with his cat, and I thought that was funny. To me that is intentional cheese. He had won the contest six years ago. In the second photo it’s called unintentional cheese. While he may just be posing we thought that the lighting and setting was good so he had won in 2007,” Fox said.

Who will win the cheese?

Amy Dean, Reporter
February 9, 2022
Junior Peyton Daniel works on her debate proposal for her honors English class. This is Daniel's second year in honors English.

[Photo] Students express opinions on changes through pandemic

Cassidy Klock, Associate Editor
February 1, 2022
Dipping in BBQ a freshly peeled banana is being dunked in BBQ. "Eating bananas and BBQ is something others find odd, but I love it and I have been eating it ever since that dare," Lear said.

Food combinations students like

Amy Dean, Reporter
January 25, 2022
Balancing on the beam sophomore Sofia Fanelli carries out her routine on the beam. "I'm excited to see how the season will go since year and I'm looking forward to making it to states," Fanelli said.

Girls gymnastics remains undefeated

Amy Dean, Reporter
January 14, 2022
Pointing at the crowd Taylor Swift tours showcasing her "Red" album in 2013.

Taylor Swift releases Red (Taylor’s Version) album

Amy Dean, Reporter
December 14, 2021
Beating the buzzer left to right Alyssa Clark (11) Rich Wei (12) Jacob Ceglar (10) Connor Matosziuk (10) prepare for District Championship against Hollidaysburg. "We’re ready to compete in regionals, but it never hurts to be more prepared and study all kinds of things," Ceglar said.

Scholastic scrimmage academic trivia team advances to regionals

Amy Dean, Reporter
November 17, 2021
The tech window sits empty but on a daily basis Chuck Myers is available to assist with technology problems.

Technology assistance provided for students

Amy Dean, Reporter
November 5, 2021
Both rackets in the air Senior George Boutiller and junior Jocelyn Stout play badmitten in second period. "I think that the no-suits are necessary to have kids willing to participate in gym," Boutiller said.

Physical education classes continue modified gym suit requirements, stress physical fitness over competition

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 25, 2021
Three seniors (left) Macy Yost, (middle) Evelyn Stroup and (right) Kaylee Smith prepare for their home game against the Hollidaysburg volleyball team.

Girls’ volleyball upcoming senior night

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 25, 2021
Fierce competition! Senior Kaylee Smith and junior Emma Clouser blocks the ball against the opposing team. "Volleyball is a passion that I have. I've worked hard for the skills I show on the court when in defense and offense," Smith said.

Erin Dodson night against rival team Hollidaysburg

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 22, 2021
Getting ready for the match Senior Jordan Lestochi stands on the golf course waiting for his turn.

Fall sports teams continue quest for District titles

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 7, 2021
Smile! De'Angelo teaches his class and shows them something in hand motion. "I love teaching the kids in school," De'Angelo said.

Jim De’Angelo

Amy Dean, Reporter
September 21, 2021
All smiles! The Lady Spikers get ready to attend their first tournament of the season. "I'm really excited for what's to come," senior Macy Yost said.

Lady Spikers start season with tournament

Amy Dean, Reporter
September 20, 2021
During the girls' gymnastics senior night, they gather around in a circle. "Gymnastics can be really fun even if you don't have a background in anything. We will teach you and you can be good at doing this if you put your heart in it," senior Cassandra Kyle said.

Seniors remember their concluding season

Amy Dean, Reporter
May 21, 2021
Say cheese! Seniors Ben Blackie, Sydney Wilfong and Jocelyn Fetter hold their senior week banner. The banner was donated by Image Signs and was designed by art teacher John King.

[Photo] First annual senior week planned for week of May 17-21

Jocelyn Fetter, Reporter
May 13, 2021
Sophomore Kylie Focht plays soccer and cheerleading. Focht claims she is passionate when it comes to playing sports. "I love doing cheerleading and swimming. They both are extremely fun sports to play," Focht said.

Multi sport athletes create bonds with their teammates

Amy Dean, Reporter
May 7, 2021
"You might be having a bad day, but I promise tomorrow will be better. You just have to make it through today, I love you"

Anonymous notes spread positivity in girls’ bathroom

Amy Dean, Reporter
April 22, 2021
Ready Set Go! Freshman Samuel Kessinger, #24, gets ready to serve the ball. The Altoona team played against Carlisle on Monday, April 23.

[Photo] Boy’s volleyball team battles lack of experience

Myah Lear, Reporter
April 22, 2021
As the 2021 school year comes to an end an alternative prom is happening. "I hope that the 2021 and 2020 seniors attending will enjoy and make memories from this night," parent Courtney Burns said.

Altoona parent hosts alternative prom for current, previous seniors

Amy Dean, Reporter
April 9, 2021
Kline hosts Easter egg hunt for students

Kline hosts Easter egg hunt for students

Amy Dean, Reporter
March 26, 2021
Senior Paige Vallei enjoys the nice day out with her dog!

Dogs, Humane Society inspire senior Paige Vallei’s senior project

Amy Dean, Reporter
March 4, 2021
Because of the hybrid schedule, classroom sizes have largely been decreased. The students work while wearing masks and following the proper safety guidelines.

[Photo] EDITORIAL: District needs to communicate better with students, teachers

Editorial Board
February 25, 2021
High school is filled with labels and stereotypes. Many students of all ages will encounter labels and the need to feel validated by others.

Labels, society through my eyes as a teenage girl

Amy Dean, Reporter
February 24, 2021
Athletes share proudest moments

Athletes share proudest moments

Amy Dean, Reporter
February 1, 2021
What was a positive outcome of 2020 for you?

What was a positive outcome of 2020 for you?

Amy Dean and Sydney Wilfong
January 15, 2021
Another dog I have is an English Bulldog named Oliver. There wasn't a meaning behind his name, but he is still a unique dog. He likes being with people if he knows them or not. He is two-years-old, we got him because we wanted a dog for Mr. Magoo to play with. One fun fact about Oliver is that he likes to play with my chickens and chase them around.

I Simply Love: Dogs

Amy Dean, Reporter
January 14, 2021
At a 2019 swim meet, then junior Makenna Murphy swims backstroke during the 200 IM. "I'm really disappointed we haven't really been able to swim this year. I miss my team and the sport, but I understand why we aren't practicing right now," Murphy said.

Sports postponement disappoints athletes

Amy Dean, Reporter
December 18, 2020
Run! Austin Kravetz runs for the ball during a 2019 soccer game. Kravetz then scored a goal.

Boys’ soccer team makes history

Amy Dean, Reporter
November 25, 2020
"The staircase by the entrance because at State College they have a staircase that looks just like it, and I think it's very pretty," senior Rylie Whitaker said.

[Photo] What is your favorite part of the new building and why?

Sydney Wilfong, Reporter
November 23, 2020
Altoona plays against the other team with the upper hand. The girls remained undefeated this season.

Girls’ soccer team remains undefeated throughout season, advances to state tournament

Amy Dean, Reporter
November 17, 2020
Fall play goes virtual

Fall play goes virtual

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 30, 2020
Altoona Lady Spikers Freshman Addie Cooper and Freshman Aunye Counsman make a block against the Hollidaysburg team.

Ninth grade athletes move up to high school level

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 16, 2020
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Cross town rivals Senior Julia Savino gets ready for her pass. The volleyball team opened their season against Hollidysburg.

Lady Spikers open season playing against rival

Amy Dean, Reporter
October 2, 2020
Play hard. Open gyms for girls' basketball teams start soon. The picture above shows the girls' basketball team playing Cumberland Valley on Jan. 13, 2020.

AAHS open gym starts for girls’ basketball

Amy Dean, Reporter
September 30, 2020
Spike it! Senior Ireland McClellan spikes the ball as it comes over the net. It gave her team another point against Hollidaysburg.

Lady Spikers start season against cross town rival

Amy Dean, Reporter
September 18, 2020
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