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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
Adrielle McNeal

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter

I signed up for Intro to Pub not knowing what it was and it was the best decision I made. I’ve loved photography and writing for as long as I can remember. This will be my first year on Mountain Echo and Horseshoe Yearbook. Outside of classes, I partake in drama club and Black Student Union. When I’m not here in the school, I’m drawing or reading.

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Sophmore Kevin Ortiz stands with securtiy gaurd and greeter Fred Martynuska during the moring security checks.

Fred Martynuska returns to security position

Adrielle McNeal and Mattie Baker
May 16, 2025
Out with the old in with the new. Student can bring any type of water bottle into the school as long as it's clear.

New bans come into effect 22 days before the end of the year

Adrielle McNeal, Emma Hovan, Andie Kephart, and Gracie Gioiosa
May 8, 2025
The 2023-2024 Canoe Creek trip when all the student filled the gym to be put in their line to get on their buses

Canoe creek 2025 trip planned

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
May 7, 2025
First year members capture their first induction with one and other. Member must meet strict guidelines to qualify for induction into the journalism honor society.

2025 Quill and Scroll Induction

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
May 1, 2025
Sophmore Lindzi Perino looks at displays at the 2024-2025 Opportunity Fair.

Rotary Career fair: Sophomores get chance to explore different career paths

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
May 1, 2025
Hunting. Sophomore James Hord opens his egg during Alyssa Fasolo's 5th period. Hord received three bonus points

Annual Mountain Lion Maniacs Easter egg hunt takes place

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
April 17, 2025
"Look I think she's even wearing brand new shells" The mersisters sing along side each other during she's in love as Ariel flies above, holding onto Eric's spy glass.

A sea of talent: the drama department presents “The Little Mermaid”

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
April 4, 2025
"First you pound ze fish flat with a mallet". Seniors Gavin Harkins and Trevor Wilson play their roles as the Chef and Sebastian. Sebastian watches as the Chef prepares the fish.

From fins to footsteps: Drama members use show previews to prepare for final shows

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
April 3, 2025
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Sophomore Lainey Yoder works on her compression while the AED is telling her what beats to follow.

Sophmore Dominic Finochio practices his compressions while he waits for the group next to him to be done with the AED

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Mrs.Palfey demonstrates in front of the class on how they should do their compreesions

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Sophomore Nora Thomas

Senior Melana Eyer hugs her team after playing in the game on february 10th

Sophomores Gregory Wenzel, Lydia Wise and Gabriella Sparacino come together to capture a moment at Homecoming. Spring Fling is another chance to capture moments with your friends.

Spring Fling to be held

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
March 6, 2025
Together as one. JV and Varisty line up with one other before the game against Mifflin County.

Celebrating 50 years: Fieldhouse marks half a century of community, sports, legacy

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
March 5, 2025
Under the sea. Senior Karinna Wolfe, Krug and junior Madison Aboud rehearse a scene at rehearsal.

[Photo] Drama prepares to make a splash with ‘The Little Mermaid’ spring musical

Melissa Krainer, Reporter
March 5, 2025
The Lioneers team bring their enegry during their half time show. The girls spend countless amount of time practicing.

Final memories: senior night

Adrielle McNeal, re
February 28, 2025
The swim team does their final cheer together after the meet. Seniors gave speeches following the meet, creating emotion.

Swim team participates in final home meet

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
February 5, 2025
Juniors Camile Krug and Samarra Wertz practice "Kiss the Girl" during rehearsal, but take a minor break to pose for the camera.

Drama to start The Little Mermaid production

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
January 27, 2025
Captian Charlie Kephart competes in the 500 freestyle. On her final two laps, her team cheered her on from the side.

Swim team celebrates senior night

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
January 23, 2025
Senior Trevor Wilson dives into the water to compete in his event. Wilson is captain of the boys swim team.

Swim senior night to be held on Jan. 13

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
January 13, 2025
Sharing their future. Sophmore Emma Blontz reads her notes to stay in sync with everyone else, while Kelly Detwiler conducts them.

Orchestra and concert chorus unite for elementary show

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
January 13, 2025
On a roll. Senior Connor Smith rolls for the red team and makes a “perfect shot,” according to the teams bocce coach. Smith will compete with the bocce team.

Bocce to start season

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
December 18, 2024
Junior Gabrielle Filer plays the cello for the orchestra. Orchestra members may advance to districts.

[Photo] Orchestra Districts to be held

Rylan Cagle, Reporter
December 18, 2024
Dive in. Sophmore Seth Beere takes his stance to get ready to compete in his race. The boys team lost on Dec. 6.

First swim meet held against Richland, Cambria Heights

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
December 17, 2024
"They look like people but they aren't." Senior Skylar Rutherford plays her part as Marion Jay explaining to the audience the dangers of paradox. She tried to warn the audiences for the moments to come.

Drama club performs “Trap”

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
December 6, 2024
English teacher Amanda Kelly's Creative Writing Class socializes. The students weren't working, but ended up having a great class period.

[Photo] Under pressure: The rising stress of high school seniors

Haven Femea, Reporter
December 6, 2024
Alumni Ava Rososky and Ethan Eisenhart perform at last year's Improv Night. Students from the drama club will perform at this event. (Courtesy of Madalyn Miller)

Thespian society to hold Improv Night

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
November 26, 2024
Camille Krug raises her glass to her mouth as she drinks what is within it. Playing Norma Pike in protest for her dead fiancé.

Can I tell you a secret: Drama club performs “Trap”

Adrielle McNeal, Reporter
November 25, 2024
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