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Altoona Area High School
1404 Sixth Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
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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
Tommy Ford

Tommy Ford, Reporter

This is my first year with the Mountain Echo. I only recently discovered my enjoyment for writing, and I am excited to explore it further throughout the year. I love all kinds of music and playing video games. I am a member of the astronomy club and Big Brothers Big Sisters.

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Congratulations! Scholarship recipients will earn up to $1000 at the assembly. This money will go towards their future goals.

School to hold awards assembly

Tommy Ford, Reporter
May 10, 2024
Prim and proper. Kravetz smiles brightly after receiving her $2,000 scholarship. She spent much of her time at the banquet with AAHS alumnus Rachel Gehret, who holds 8 school track and field records.

Hailey Kravetz receives Hall of Fame scholarship

Tommy Ford and Gianna Huber
May 2, 2024
Fun in spring. Junior Cider Ayala pets one of the many cats at Second Chance Strays Cat Rescue and Lounge. The cats are always available for adoption at the local business, but Ayala did not take one home.

A better view. Visitors of Fort Roberdeau view the eclipse through a simple lens that reflects on a wooden panel. There were many kinds of telescopes available for free use at the event.

[Photo] Solar eclipse brings community together

Tommy Ford, Reporter
April 17, 2024
Look to the stars. Freshman Abigail Ford views the April 8th solar eclipse through a high-powered telescope. She traveled several states to view the eclipse with her family in Altoona.

Trying something new. Junior Ava Cabell's painting of a ramen bowl was chosen for display. "I wanted to paint something unique with multiple layers," Cabell said. Her mother helped her complete the piece when she was struggling.

[Photo] Local museum displays student artwork

Tommy Ford, Reporter
April 10, 2024
The show goes on. Senior Ava Rokosky takes notes during the drama club rehearsal. She is the student director for the Spring musical 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.'

A virtual world. Every ACA student has to complete a course named Digital Learning when they first transition taught by Daniel Harber. This class teaches students proper digital etiquette and important skills in a cyber world.

Cyber program offers flexible learning environment for students

Tommy Ford, Reporter
March 7, 2024
Classroom fun. Audrey Cromell holds a fun bracket where her students vote for the coolest job. Army sniper won in period 5 and Pro athlete won in period 6.

O Chemist's Tree. Over Irwin's 23 years of doing this assignment, she has taken many of her students' ornaments home with her. "Once I retire, one of the trees in my house is going to be like my own 'Chemist's Tree' of previous years," Irwin said. "I'll remember that and cherish that for the rest of my life."

‘Chemist’s Tree’ assignment enhances holiday season

Tommy Ford, Reporter
December 14, 2023
En garde. Greatsword fencing is one of the only disciplines that requires a two-handed grip. The most common armor is a tunic and face guard. (Courtesy of Warren Leberfinger)

Gaining an edge

Tommy Ford, Reporter
October 25, 2023
AI benefits and dangers. Students and staff voice their opinions on whether AI is beneficial or not.

[Photo] The benefits and dangers of AI in classrooms

October 16, 2023
Introduction to Publications students designed magazine covers featuring people they admired. Thomas Ford designed this cover featuring Kylie Delre. Ford and Delre meta few years ago and have been friends ever since.

[Photo] Kylie Delre – How love for hockey can change a life

Tommy Ford, Guest Reporter
October 25, 2022
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