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Mount robotics club hosts girlP.O.W.E.R pre-season competition
Georgie Ford 24 and Emily Birmingham 24, Editors of The Muse, Mounts literary magazine, offer a spread of past issues for students to view. The Muse accepts student photography, poetry, short stories and art for their annual publication.
Leaders make the club fair a sucesss
Hannah Schaefer ‘23 works on The Campanile. It is one of her favorite co-curricular activities.
Students see benefits to private schools
The junior class gathers for a group picture at ring mass in the gym.
A look back on junior ring mass
As graduation approaches, the class of 2022 has to consider the effects the ongoing pandemic will have on their freshman year.
Worst Admissions Year Ever? The 2021-22 College Admission Cycle
LaSalle takes on Ocean City
LaSalle takes on Ocean City
From left: Anne Kitching ‘23, MaryKate Seiberlich ‘24, Meghan Holmes ‘25, Molly Brennan ‘23, Maggie Murphy ‘23, Ella Woehlcke ‘24, and Lily McMullin ‘26.
Mount cross country leaves Abington Invitational with satisfaction
Ida leaves crew team in a bind
Ida leaves crew team in a bind
AD Janet Columbro pictured at her desk in the Fitness Center
“Knocking on wood”
Rowers share a laugh in-between pieces at a fall practice
Rowing with the punches
September 12, Mount Club Fair taking of with a hitch as new students make their way through the pool of options
Club fair erupts into chaos at the news of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing
The shamrock shake, created in 1967, sold only in Connecticut until its national debut in 1970.
A taste of magic
Meredith Taylor ‘22 lies horizontally on her black Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Beep, beep, what’s with all the Jeeps?
Natalie Fiorella 22 and Samantha Ammons 22 interview Lynette Medley via zoom during their Journalism I course.
The nation’s first menstrual hub heightens awareness of period poverty
Georgia Bartolo 25 studies using her ipad in the hallway outside Sylvester wing. Students will be choosing their classes for next year in the coming weeks. Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshman will take part in a presentation given by, Dean of Studies, Mr. Donald Holdren.
Variety of electives await underclassmen
Ramsey Tabor ‘25 Freshman photo for guidance- Multiple photos were taken by her parents rapidly due to tic flare up
Tic disorders: a disability, not a trend
Sister to sister: Take risks
Sister to sister: Take risks
Sydney Okeke 22 and Sam Ammons 22 take a picture break during their lunch to cheerfully pose for a picture.
My name is Sydney, not Sam 
Studying can lead students to stressing until late at night.
Breaks benefit more than we know
Volunteers rescued endangered turtles affected by winter storm Uri.
Endangered turtles rescued by volunteers
Not able to find your usual disinfectant? Try one of these instead.
Finding disinfectants that work
A beautiful summer sunset in the mountains overlooking a dock
The ecological impact of COVID-19
West Philadelphia native, Will Smiths recent biography shown in vibrant color.
Mounties react to Will Smith’s outburst
Monday, September 13th—This image shows only a portion of Saint Basil’s crowded parking lot.
Adam Sandler films in the Philadelphia area
That’s right! A Spotify playlist made by students is played on the loud speaker.
Which “Red” song are you?
The new reading craze has caused a surge of check-outs at the library.
A Page-Turning Addiction
On a gold Mount soft space chair, an iPad sits ready to play drivers license on Spotify.
Love triangle drives song to the top of the charts
Mounties peruse the racks in search of their new favorite clothing item.
Mounties build a new closet: fast fashion free
Olivia Forti, Cece Funchion, Elizabeth Dolich, Kate Kelly and Campbell Donovan went on a beautiful sunny morning during winter break to collect trash around the trails near Forbidden Drive and in the park grounds near the surrounding roads.
Looking to volunteer? Here is your solution.
Volunteers rescued endangered turtles affected by winter storm Uri.
Endangered turtles rescued by volunteers
Image of a medical syringe representing the forthcoming COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 vaccine updates
A beautiful summer sunset in the mountains overlooking a dock
The ecological impact of COVID-19
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street x Trivia
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street x Celebrity Crush
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street x Doors or Wheels
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street X The Reveal
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street X Who Is Who?
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street x Trivia
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street x Celebrity Crush
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street x Doors or Wheels
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street X The Reveal
Sam Ammons new series Sam on the Street has generated much-needed joy and laughter.
Sam on the Street X Who Is Who?
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The Campanile
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The Campanile
September 12, Mount Club Fair taking of with a hitch as new students make their way through the pool of options

Club fair erupts into chaos at the news of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing

Madeline Norton, Staff Writer • September 20, 2022
“The Queen has died” shouted Quinn Shields ‘24
The shamrock shake, created in 1967, sold only in Connecticut until its national debut in 1970.

A taste of magic

Gianna Piroso, Junior Associate Editor • March 17, 2022
“....this year, I’m having a competition with myself to see how many Shamrock Shakes I can eat in a month,” Gray Fullmer ‘24 said.
Meredith Taylor ‘22 lies horizontally on her black Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Beep, beep, what’s with all the Jeeps?

Bella Feliciano, Staff Writer • March 15, 2022
“I saw it in one of the car lots in my local dealership and it was front and center and I was like, ‘mother look at this’ and she was actually in awe too, so she got it for me,” Kat Zampirri ‘23 said. 
Natalie Fiorella 22 and Samantha Ammons 22 interview Lynette Medley via zoom during their Journalism I course.

The nation’s first menstrual hub heightens awareness of period poverty

Sam Ammons '22 and Natalie Fiorella '22 • February 23, 2022
“I was just excited, I was excited it was this young activist, who was really interested in making an impact in menstrual equity and health in our communities.” Medley said.
Georgia Bartolo 25 studies using her ipad in the hallway outside Sylvester wing. Students will be choosing their classes for next year in the coming weeks. Juniors, Sophomores, and Freshman will take part in a presentation given by, Dean of Studies, Mr. Donald Holdren.

Variety of electives await underclassmen

Sophia Brigidi '22, Staff Writer • February 8, 2022
With all of the various options for electives that are available for junior and senior year, choosing the perfect fit can be overwhelming.
Small group 1 gathers for a photo with Mrs. Paula Soley and their number, made by small group leader and Mount alumna, Kasey McMahon 20 (bottom right).

Junior retreat leaders train as seniors

Viviana Carrasco, Climate Section Editor • March 10, 2021

The smell of cinnamon fills the whole house on a snowy day.

Snow Day Recipes

Selina Sithya and Ella Valencia • February 17, 2021
This winter, you can bake to impress your guests, or even just your mom and dad, with these delicious, mouth-watering recipes! 
Artwork by Jenna Tancredi 21 representing a womens rights protest.

Alumnae unite for change

Anna Emma and Sydney Okeke • November 13, 2020
As recent graduate Nasya Stinson said, having those uncomfortable conversations will enable us “...to look at the world from a different perspective and understand the issues that POC have to face at Mount and in the world as a whole.”
Mrs. Ellen Potter smiles at her office in the guidance department.

Happy to be back

Caroline Kyle, Staff Writer • October 20, 2020
She is most excited about the opportunity to help students and interact with them on a day to day basis.
Ms. McGee sitting in her new office by the Alumnae Room

New Neighbors Series: Ms. McGee

Sarah Powell, Staff Writer • October 15, 2020
McGee has found “both faculty and students to be very welcoming.”
Mrs. Ravenfeld is sitting in her office in the Development Offices

Efficient development

Elizabeth Birmingham, Staff Writer • October 15, 2020
“I think it's much more efficient...That way you’re not pulled in too many directions.”
Ms. Kelly Keen-Owens 04 stops for photo outside the Campanile office.

Like coming home

Elizabeth Birmingham, Staff Writer • October 15, 2020
“I would love to have interactions with the students and get to know what it is like to be a Mountie now.”
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