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The Charge

Emerson girls basketball team poses for a photo.
Emerson girls basketball team secures first ever spot at playoffs
Ayomikun Bamgbala, Staff Writer • February 26, 2025
Seniors Rahul Thokala and Achuthan Rajesh Menon join together in a celebratory picture after receiving their awards.
DECA students advance to nationals after triumph at state competition
Sara Sabir, Social Media Manager • March 27, 2025

On March 7, Emerson's Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) team, attended the state competition at Hilton Anatole in Dallas, Texas....

AcDec students pose for a group photo after the awards ceremony.
Marathon of knowledge and grit: AcDec team triumphs at state tournament
Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief • March 14, 2025

Unlike competitions that are designated for specific topics, Academic Decathlon is an aggregate of multiple subjects divided among 10 events....

The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council stands in front of the Capitol building in Austin to learn about government affairs.
Superintendent’s Advisory Council takes trip to Austin
Ardyn Lessner, Staff Writer • March 13, 2025

The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council took a trip to the Capitol in Austin, Texas, on Tuesday, March 4, to learn more about what the...

Midnight in Paris awaits: Bringing prom 2025 to life
Midnight in Paris awaits: Bringing prom 2025 to life
Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief • March 24, 2025

As prom 2025 approaches, Maverick Leadership is tackling work overloads to ensure the best senior prom yet for the student body. Student...

Summer Rodgers was seen elated with wrestling coaches Deandre Neroes and Michael Heggie.
From state to glory: Summer Rodgers’ journey of wrestling triumph
Sara Sabir, Social Media Manager • February 24, 2025

The rigorous sport of wrestling requires a range of physical, mental and emotional qualities that most wrestlers acquire as they maneuver forward...

Emerson students compete in a Valentine’s themed race to move as many candy hearts to the other plate using chopsticks before time runs out.
Valentines Day: How centuries of celebration shape Maverick traditions
Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer • February 12, 2025

Celebrated annually on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day is an occasion to express care to those who matter most. Associated with red and pink hearts,...

Cinnaholic had their monthly flavors displayed on the ordering counter.
Cinnaholic: Local gourmet cinnamon rolls
Ardyn Lessner and Julianna Sweatman March 11, 2025

Opening in Berkeley, California in 2010, Cinnaholic provides a new dessert option, made of high quality ingredients. Although it might seem surprising...

On the right side of the shop, display cases with sliding doors feature bakery items that customers can pick out using a pair of provided tongs and bring to the counter for purchase.
Paris Baguette: Commendable self-serve bakery
Ardyn Lessner and Julianna Sweatman February 27, 2025

Paris is the heart of France, where street cafes meet blooming flowers, and love is hovering in the air. The picturesque avenues and charming...

The outside of the Mix-tape building as well as the Factory Obscura. The building is completely covered with murals from different artists as well as a mix tape window near the entrance, which lights up and plays music during the night.
Factory Obscura: Oklahoma’s immersive collaborative art exhibit
Cameryn Allen February 26, 2025

Emerson Football
Nation Signing Day: Maverick football players make their commitments
Julianna Sweatman February 6, 2025

On Feb. 5 at noon in the Emerson auditorium, 13 Emerson football players signed their letter of intent committing them to their colleges...

Picture Credit: Senior Summer Rodgers
Emerson girls wrestling team competes in UIL district tournament
Ayomikun Bamgbala, Staff Writer • January 28, 2025

After a long season filled with numerous tournaments and wrestling matches, the Emerson Wrestling Team will be competing in the UIL District...

Olivia Kim, 12, serves the ball over the net during the game against Liberty High School.
Inside look into Emerson’s varsity girls volleyball team off the court
Ardyn Lessner, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

The varsity girls volleyball team has been through its ups and downs but always prioritized stable, close relationships with one another. Led...

Unbranded Bonus: MavMadness 2025
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Comic: Presidents Day
Comic: Presidents Day
Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief • February 17, 2025
Life At Emerson Ep. 14 National Champion Majestics
Life At Emerson Ep. 14 National Champion Majestics
Jade Bontron March 26, 2025

In this week’s episode of Life At Emerson Jade Bontron talks to sophomore Ardyn Lessner. Watch for...