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Altoona, PA 16602
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The Student News Site of Altoona Area High School

Mountain Echo
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Mountain Echo
Marissa Kessler

Marissa Kessler, Reporter

Hi!  I’m Marissa, a senior reporter for AAHS Mt. Echo.  I am currently considering going into the military before taking on my post secondary education endeavors.  I am always in the mood for Chinese food and bacon, and I love Swedish fish more than most things.  I spend a majority of my spare time running and thinking about life.  I could probably use coffee in an IV, but I really, REALLY hate needles…and thunderstorms and guns.  My music playlists include songs from Sarah McLaughlin, Brad Paisley, Coldplay, Maroon 5, Tim McGraw, Eminem, and several other unrelated genres of music all combined into one playlist.  That’s all there really is to know about me, so despite my social security number, you’re informed.

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"Don't Stop Believing.' Never give up on your dreams," junior Madison Butterbaugh said.

What song do you most relate to your life and why?

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
April 9, 2019
Students see Shakespeare show in State College

Students see Shakespeare show in State College

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
April 5, 2019
"I love the smell in the mornings and spring sports!" student teacher Marielle Cavallaro said.

[Photo] What is your favorite part about spring?

Marissa Kessler and McKenzie Quirin
April 4, 2019
Allison Peterman sings "A Million Dreams" with Micah Hamilton. Peterman also sang "Never Enough" later in the night.

21st annual talent show

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
March 27, 2019
Heather Tippett-Wertz along with the five competitors and student teacher, Carly Schankowitz stand for a picture at the end of the contest. Also pictured is the list of 4-Way tests that gave directions and set a foundations for addressing the topics presented.

Students speak with confidence

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
March 20, 2019
Anna Dick sings "Waving Through A Window". The song comes from the Broadway show "Dear Evan Hansen".

Michael Baker, Levi Long, Aiden Phillips and Ian Brannan perform "Yakety Sax". "We decided to wear Hawaiian shirts because we were playing a fun song and thought that it would add to the performance," Phillips said.

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Judges, Jamie Dyer, Megan Yingling, Natalie Trimmer, and Daniel Harber smile for a picture after the conclusion of the talent show.

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Senior Marissa Hollingsworth sings "Lay Me Down" by Sam Smith.

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Seniors Justin Beck and Maggie Park pair together for a duo to the song "Valerie" by Amy Winehouse.

Senior Maggie Park sings her heart out in her vocal/instrumental duo.

Majorettes work

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Senior Dan Porter stands up for his stand up comedy act.

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Sophomore Jason Cross plays "Eruption" on the electric guitar.

Senior Jake Kibler plays the piano as senior Emma Stewart sang "6/10."

Senior Olivia Kline sings "Always Remember Us This Way" by Lady Gaga.

Senior Morgan Arthurs along with other majorettes practice their routine in front of the field house prior to their performance. The majorettes performed their routine to "The Greatest Showman."

"Go to the gym once a week and eat healthier," senior Marissa Esposito said.

[Photo] What is your New Years’ resolution?

Marissa Kessler
January 15, 2019
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[Photo] Clubs sell flowers, candy for Valentine’s Day

Nina Cipriani, Editor in Chief
February 13, 2019
Smile! Lauren Albright and Brittany Fouse fundraise for FBLA by selling cans of soda to be given on Valentine's Day.

Sweet pride! Standing are the winning competitors that will advance to the state competition in early April.

FBLA prepares for end-of-year activities

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
January 29, 2019
Cafeteria lacks options

Cafeteria lacks options

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
January 11, 2019
Veteran's Day Parade

Veteran’s Day Parade

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
December 7, 2018
"I'm thankful for the educational opportunities the school provides us to prepare us and better our lives for the future," senior Allison Sprankle said.

What are you most thankful for?

Miranda Wertz, Mckenzie Quirin, and Marissa Kessler
November 21, 2018
“Marissa and my family,” sophomore Abbi McGeary said.

“My family,” sophomore Adriana Kessler said.

"Hot dogs," senior Lindsey Whysong said.

Adriana Kessler, Riley McGeary, & Abby McGeary raise the sales for the FBLA/STC fundraisers.

Hoagies, beef sticks available from FBLA and STC

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
October 20, 2018
High five! Senior Taylor Finochio high fives a fellow student. This was one initiative from the Friends of Rachel Club.

High hopes for high fives

Marissa Kessler, Reporter
September 29, 2018
Redinger talks with his class about the opener of the day. The class discussed angles and bisectors while preparing for an upcoming test.

New teachers join school staff

Nina Cipriani, Sonia Yost, Marissa Kessler, Jada Quinn, Mckenzie Quirin, and Miranda Wertz
September 20, 2018
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