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Dominic Sparacino

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter

Hi, I’m Dominic Sparacino, I like to play trumpet, sing in chorus and vocal ensemble. I have also featured in many school plays, and I play soccer for the school. I like to watch sports and hope to go to Penn State when I grow up. I am excited to be in the news writing staff, and I am hopeful for a great year!

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Yummy! Lots of cereal and baked goods. Usually, the main choice of people getting their breakfast.

Breakfast Foods!

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
April 30, 2025
Hurl! Patrick Port is winding up to throw! He is throwing the javelin and scored crucial points for the team.

Patrick Port- Hows the weather up there?

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
April 24, 2025
Sixth grader Hannah Pierunnunzio said, "I would like to see mozzarella sticks added."

[Photo] What do you want to see on the lunch menu?

March 24, 2025
Altoona! This is the standard uniform for all male track athletes. There is no number or name on the back because all that matters is the name on the front.

Track and Field’s first meet of the season!

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
March 20, 2025

Crumbl Cookie: A colorful collection of delight

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
February 28, 2025
Chromakopia craze! A sight like this is not uncommon. Four separate people all brought together with this album. Eighth grader Hannah Doehrer said,"I like Chromakopia because the songs are good."

“Chromakopia:” A rundown

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
February 24, 2025
Eighth grader Liam Zearfoss-Bush said, "Playboi Carti because his music is very good."

[Photo] Who is your favorite music artist and why?

February 24, 2025
Seventh grader Max Stahlman said, "My favorite winter activity is probably pelting my sister with snowballs."

[Photo] What is your favorite winter activity?

January 29, 2025
Get ready! The biggest playoff in college football history is here! Consisting of 12 teams its the largest playoff in the sports long history.

The CFB Playoffs

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
January 17, 2025
Many fans have waited for this game. Pennsylvania is split between fans. The big gameday was Thursday, Jan. 9.

News Brief: The Orange Bowl

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
January 15, 2025
Ding, dong! The Cathedral towers over Altoona. The sight is even more scenic in the snow. College freshman Mira Sparacino said, "I like how the dome is always prominent no matter what angle you look at it from."

Altoona in the snow

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
December 20, 2024
Sixth grader Carter Mohnahan said, "Yes, because of Christmas and snow and just the vibe in general."

[Photo] Do you enjoy the winter season?

January 2, 2025
Cheese! John King is ready to race! He has been preparing and is all ready to go. "Be prepared to spend a lot of time on the bicycle if you want to get good at it," King said.

John King-Biking and Hiking

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
December 18, 2024
Roar! A classic twist on the maroon and white colors that Altoona football players wear proudly!

Mountain Lion Mastery!

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
December 10, 2024
Eighth grade American cultures student teacher Olivia Snyder is the mastermind behind this project. She held two submissions from her students. It was her idea to make this project and cooperating teacher Elizabeth Bronson agreed that it was a good idea.

News brief: Shoebox parade float project

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
December 6, 2024
Eighth grader Paige Tipton said, "Turkey because it tastes good."

[Photo] What is your favorite Thanksgiving food?

November 22, 2024
Eighth grader Paige Tipton said "Turkey because it tastes good."

"And the winner is!" said Eighth grade American cultures teacher Elizabeth Bronson when rattling off the names of the basket raffle winners at Harvest Day.

The Unsung Heroes of Harvest Day

Dominic Sparacino, Reporter
November 4, 2024
Eighth grade pottery teacher John King said, “My favorite Halloween movie is the movie 'Halloween' from the 1980s. I think Michael Myers is the scariest villain, and the music in Halloween really creeps me out.”

[Photo] What is your favorite Halloween movie and why?

October 18, 2024
Seventh grade science teacher Skyler Mignogna is seen helping corral the students for the basket raffles. All the students had to make their way over to the crowd, and he was making sure all the students where headed to the right area.

The call is made for the raffle basket winners to be announced. All the Harvest Day attendees file in to see who won! The lucky students who won a basket were thrilled to hear their names being called!

Eighth grader Jaxon Eberhart is seen here helping with the clean up after a long day of fun! There was a lot of trash left over, so his help was much appreciated!

"Fresh popcorn! Only one dollar!" said eighth grade american cultures student teacher Olivia Snyder. Popcorn was very popular at Harvest Day, which kept her busy throughout the day.

In this photo, seventh grade special education teacher Erika Bailor is seen with multiple other students at the crawl, walk race. They all had a great time at Harvest Day!

Sixth grade math teacher Melissa Krott was a great help at Harvest Day! She is shown here working at the newspaper race. The winner of the race was rewarded with a piece of candy, making a popular spot for friends to challenge each other.

This photo shows eighth grade math teachers Jordan Giordano and Madelyn Burda working at the basket raffle. They were very busy throughout the day.

Seventh grade counselor Lindsey Smith is seen working at the Tic-tac challenge. The kids who participated in the challenge got free candy!

Music teacher Jessica Connell hands eighth grade student Dylan Hawksworth a water bottle, completing the first sale of the day! Many more water bottles were sold at Harvest Day.

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