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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
Lillian Roberts

Lillian Roberts, Reporter

Hi! My name is Lillian, or Lily! I’m a junior and this is my second year on the Mountain Echo staff. Things to know about me is that I absolutely adore music and there’s a high chance you’ll find me talking about music or listening to music. My favorite artists are Steve Lacy, Tyler, the Creator, The Weeknd, Cuco, Nirvana, Joji, Conan Gray, Glass Animals, and Lana Del Ray. I love writing opinion stories for the Mountain Echo as well! Some other fun facts about me would be that I’ve been dancing since I was two years old, I love writing and reading books, and I adore writing as well. My favorite genres of books are horror and supernatural/fantasy fiction. I’m excited for this school year and to meet new people!

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Sophomore Brooke Everhart showcases her stylish outfit adorned with a shoelace. Shoelace belts are also trending this year.

Top six best and worst fashion trends of 2022

January 26, 2023
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InTune [#6]

January 20, 2023
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InTune [#5]

January 6, 2023
Snowy Storm The Genius Hour website showcases the upcoming dates for Genius Hour days. On Dec. 21 the fourth day was cancelled due to a school cancellation day because of the weather.

[Photo] Genius hour days should be scrapped

January 5, 2023
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In Tune [#4]

December 12, 2022
Thorough Looking A student looks up the diagnosis criteria of Anorexia Nervosa. One of the best ways to self-refer is by looking up the diagnosis criteria for disorders and applying them to oneself.

[Photo] Self-diagnosis is harmful practice

December 9, 2022
Lamar Franklin hides his phone behind his Chromebook. Chemistry teacher Teresa Rubine would never allow a cell phone in class according to school policy but allowed this photo.

Are phones ruining the human race?

December 8, 2022
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InTune #3

November 18, 2022
In Tune [#2]

In Tune [#2]

November 7, 2022
What worries the world

What worries the world

November 7, 2022
Local store 33 on Mac is a mac and cheese shop. The shop is local to Altoona.

[Photo] People should support local businesses

November 1, 2022
During the week of Oct 10 through 17, Crumbl Cookies partook in think pink for breast Cancer awareness month. All of the cookies were themed around the color pink.

[Photo] Crumbl Cookies pink week a success

October 25, 2022
Cossitor to hold tap workshops

Cossitor to hold tap workshops

October 21, 2022
In Tune [#1]

In Tune [#1]

October 17, 2022
Steppin The last few students walk in the hallways just before the bell rings.

The unwritten rules of high school

October 7, 2022
Say cheese, 33 on Mac sells varying types of mac and cheese.

Reporter reviews 33 on Mac

September 22, 2022
Morning melodies The morning radio station plays a popular pop tune.

Students discuss opinions on music

September 12, 2022
Working hard, Teachers Jamie Bergstein and Caitlin McGeary spend their prep period helping the school. They work hard and deserve an increase in salary.

[Photo] Teachers deserve to be paid more

May 31, 2022
Students plan for summer through vacations, adventures

Students plan for summer through vacations, adventures

May 20, 2022
A secret history of witches catches attention of fiction lovers

A secret history of witches catches attention of fiction lovers

May 19, 2022
On April 25 the Quill and Scroll Honors Society induction ceremony was held. Seniors Jayla Nartatez and Destiny Montgomery were inducted into the program.

Staff says goodbye to senior reporters, editors

May 11, 2022
Mischievous grins Junior Eli Peteuli plans a prank on freshman Abigail Shearer. A grin decorates his face while planning.

April Fools pranks liven up school day

April 5, 2022
Andrew Neely: Fish Father

Andrew Neely: Fish Father

March 23, 2022
All smiles Sophomore Madelaine Arnold works on a Spanish assignment. I enjoy taking Spanish; its really fun. The teacher is nice. Arnold said.

Students voice opinions on whether learning a foreign language is worth it or not

March 16, 2022
Cook to hold senior recital

Cook to hold senior recital

March 2, 2022
Student debt effects students, adults alike

Student debt effects students, adults alike

February 22, 2022
Pronoun usage is a topic discussed frequently among students.

Pronouns should be more accepted by others

February 4, 2022
Seeking out grades Students look at their grades while the new marking period starts.

Students struggle to keep grades up

January 24, 2022
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Greek Mythology peaks interest in students

January 2, 2022
Senior Connor George, junior Myah Leer and sophomore Jaidyn Palladini all move up to editor roles for the Mountain Echo staff. The three will assist current editors, senior Destiny Montgomory and junior Cassidy Klock.

Mountain Echo welcomes new editors to staff

December 10, 2021
Confusing Cables The brains of the schools technology stands tall, cables running through it with some leading to classrooms to power things such as the smart boards. The basement held some of the most important things for the school, that keep the schools tech running.

Behind the scenes: what happens in the basement?

November 24, 2021
Organization Students struggle to stay organized while getting twice the workload.

Students feel unprepared for new school year

November 10, 2021
Spook The costume contest posters hang in main hallways. The costume contest will be held thursday, October 28.

Mountain Lion Maniacs host Halloween costume contest

October 22, 2021
Wobble Social studies teacher Shane McBurney leans on his counter, posing with his bobbleheads and Rosie the Riveter. McBurney got his first bobblehead during his first year of teaching.

McBurney’s bobbleheads decorate classroom

October 18, 2021
Sweet and Salty School lunches lie out on a plastic tray awaiting to be eaten. A ham and cheese hoagie, apple and two beverages were placed upon the tray in an aesthetically pleasing way to suit the students.

[Photo] Free lunches continue despite supply chain problems

October 18, 2021
Computer work Social studies teacher Heather Eckles types on her computer. She started prepping for her next class and graded assignments.

Heather Eckles

September 16, 2021
Celebrities should not be held to double standards

Celebrities should not be held to double standards

May 26, 2021
Grammys 2021 disappoints viewers

Grammys 2021 disappoints viewers

March 30, 2021
Pictured above is Competition year 2018-2019’s annual christmas party. The dancers pose for their group picture before opening presents and eating lunch together.

PBR school of dance’s annual christmas party postponed

December 21, 2020
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