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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
Lillian Roberts

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief

Hello! My name is Lillian, or Lily, and I’m one of the Editor in Chiefs of the Mountain Echo. I’ve been writing since my sophomore year for the Mountain Echo. My hobbies consists of, listening to music, going to dance and painting. I listen to all kinds of music, except country. Some of my favorite artists are, Tyler, the Creator and Frank Ocean. My favorite foods are sushi and all fruits except strawberries.

All content by Lillian Roberts
Saponification. During finals week, the forensic Chemistry classes made bath bombs and soaps. The following week is the final, consisting of a rat autopsy.

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[Photo] Mountain Echo Exposes: off-brand food frenzy – a candid review by student news staff

Mountain Echo Staff
May 1, 2024
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[Photo] Zulu is a woohoo movie

Adrian Pacifico, Guest Reporter
May 1, 2024
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[Photo] The Color Purple: a book recreated better

Yu'Nazia Reeves, Guest Reporter
April 30, 2024
Travvy patty. A sonic journey through the cosmos of creativity and energy.

[Photo] Travis Scott robbed once again at Grammys 2024

Rylan Cagle, Guest Reporter
April 26, 2024
Cat in the Hat, more like cat in the pants. Editor in Chief Lillian Roberts owns six cats, with Mo being the eldest. mo was a rescue cat, given to the family by a friend, and grew up with the family.

Newest addition. Lillian Roberts' newest addition to the family is Tango. Tango was found in the wild by her grandfather, and gave the cat to her to keep. Tango has yet to reach his first birthday, but is Lily's personal favorite.

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InTune Two [6]

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
April 16, 2024
Biology teacher Heather Partsch poses in front of her neon sign. The neon sign is lime green, unintentionally the same color as the T-shirts.

Teacher’s fight against cancer inspires hope

Jaidyn Palladini and Lillian Roberts
April 2, 2024
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InTune Two [5]

Lillian Roberts and Lila Benjamin
March 28, 2024
Schools to be let out on early dismissal April 8

Schools to be let out on early dismissal April 8

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
March 25, 2024
Moon man. Senior Mackenzie Musser created a mask for Ceramics 1 class. The assignment was to create a mask larger than someone's face, and Musser decided to make a moon themed mask.

Locked in. Senior Derron Jones works the school store during seventh period. Jones is responsible for stocking the store and working the register.

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St. Puptrick’s Day raises money for Mending Hearts Animal Rescue

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
March 5, 2024
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InTune Two [4]

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2024
Take a pic. Professional photographer, Tim Boyles, assists staff member Thomas Ford with capturing portraits. The journalism staff has been re-learning how to adjust ISO, aperture and shutter speed during the week.

Senior Jaidyn Krull guards a Central Dauphin East player from passing to her teammates at the game on Jan. 22. Krull has played basketball since she was in third grade.

Redefining excellence

Jaidyn Palladini and Lillian Roberts
February 20, 2024
Junior Loagen Reilly struggles to follow the schedule. Due to "impending inclement weather and expected unsafe travel" the marking period switch was delayed a day, causing students to be unaware of when the days would actually switch.

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InTune Two [3]

Lillian Roberts and Tommy Ford
January 8, 2024
Festive cheer. Physics teacher Jeremy Rupeka talks with students during the annual Friends giving with the special education students.

The Champs. Team Turkey Jerky won the Turkey Bowl Championship. They won four rounds, lost two rounds, and tied one.

Turkey Jerky claims championship belt

Lillian Roberts, Abigail Rudy, Charlie Kephart, and Loagen Reilly
November 22, 2023
Tagteam. Senior Mia Noel and physics teacher Jeremy Rupeka have been Turkey Bowl halftime partners for two years in a row.

Lioneers to perform at Turkey Bowl halftime show

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
November 21, 2023
Man of many talents. Junior Mark Harrington plays as a middle line backer, wide receiver, and offensive lineman. Harrington has a record of 59 solo tackles.

The unsung heroes of football

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
November 21, 2023
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InTune Two [2]

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
October 25, 2023
Red ribbon week held by S.A.D.D. club

Red ribbon week held by S.A.D.D. club

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
October 20, 2023
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In Tune Two [1]

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
September 19, 2023
Superb Support. Social Emotional Learning is based off the online program, Be Good People. The site offers resources such as crisis support and calming strategies.

Behavior Intervention Classroom implements new changes, new administration

Lillian Roberts, Editor in Chief
September 14, 2023

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
June 1, 2023
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Vaping isn’t fun, it’s addictive

Miley Naugle and Lillian Roberts
May 31, 2023
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InTune [11]

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
May 19, 2023
Kickin' It, Sophmore Mia Curfman kicks her leg in the air. This was a part of the Lioneer routine labelled as "Maroon."

Lioneers practice routines

Lillian Roberts and Allison Little
May 12, 2023
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Student sponsors Pajama Day set for May 5

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
May 4, 2023
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InTune [#9]

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
April 24, 2023
Prom is planned to last from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Afterglo from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m. Prom will be held at the Blair County Convention Center.

Prom, Afterglo 2023 guest forms now available

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
April 18, 2023
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InTune [#8]

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
March 31, 2023
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[Photo]  Mansion Donuts creates little pieces of art 

Kihlee Noel, Guest Reporter
March 10, 2023
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Boys’ baseball schedule released

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
March 9, 2023
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InTune [#7]

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
March 9, 2023
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Is honesty honestly that bad?

Lillian Roberts, Associate Editor
February 24, 2023
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[Photo] Starbucks vs. Dunkin

Kirstyn Hood, Reporter
February 16, 2023
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[Photo] “Tuesdays With Morrie” inspires readers

Madison Aboud, Reporter
February 14, 2023
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February Echo in the Halls

Lillian Roberts and Abigail Shearer
February 10, 2023
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

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
January 26, 2023
Episode 6 of In Tune

InTune [#6]

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
January 20, 2023
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InTune [#5]

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
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

Editorial Board
January 5, 2023
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In Tune [#4]

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
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

Bryana Ayala, Reporter
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?

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
December 8, 2022
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InTune #3

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
November 18, 2022
In Tune [#2]

In Tune [#2]

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
November 7, 2022
What worries the world

What worries the world

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
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

Editorial Board
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

Ryan Longstreth, Reporter
October 25, 2022
Cossitor to hold tap workshops

Cossitor to hold tap workshops

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
October 21, 2022
In Tune [#1]

In Tune [#1]

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

The unwritten rules of high school

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

Reporter reviews 33 on Mac

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

Students discuss opinions on music

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
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

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

Students plan for summer through vacations, adventures

Lillian Roberts and Avery Reid
May 20, 2022
A secret history of witches catches attention of fiction lovers

A secret history of witches catches attention of fiction lovers

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
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

Mykenzi Doran, Myah Lear, Lillian Roberts, Cassidy Klock, and Abigail Shearer
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

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
April 5, 2022
Andrew Neely: Fish Father

Andrew Neely: Fish Father

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
March 23, 2022
All smiles Sophomore Madelaine Arnold works on a Spanish assignment. "I enjoy taking Spanish; it's really fun. The teacher is nice." Arnold said.

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

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
March 16, 2022
Cook to hold senior recital

Cook to hold senior recital

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
March 2, 2022
Student debt effects students, adults alike

Student debt effects students, adults alike

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

Pronouns should be more accepted by others

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

Students struggle to keep grades up

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
January 24, 2022
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Greek Mythology peaks interest in students

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
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

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
December 10, 2021
Confusing Cables The 'brains' of the school's 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 school's tech running.

Behind the scenes: what happens in the basement?

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

Students feel unprepared for new school year

Lillian Roberts, Reporter
November 10, 2021
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