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Varsity tennis players, Isaac Kim 11 and Mukund Velloor 10, set up for a shot during practice.
Mavericks’ tennis: New season, new challenges
Julianna Sweatman April 11, 2025
Cambium’s official website displaying its sign up page. Students are heavily encouraged to use this platform to study before participating in the exams. Students will also receive an email containing the website’s necessary sign up information, including the necessary unique student access code.
2025 STAAR exams: How students can ensure a smooth testing experience
Cameryn Allen, Staff Writer • April 22, 2025

The student body is preparing for the 2025 STAAR End of Course (EOC) exams in Algebra, Biology and U.S. History. The campus has designated April...

Prom Magazine on sale until April 13
Prom Magazine on sale until April 13
The Charge Staff April 10, 2025

Our student newspaper staff at The Charge is hard at work on this year's Prom Magazine. This is the second annual printed magazine! This is the...

Samantha Ricks, 12, and Alex McLane, 12, 'make their marks' during Senior Week in the library.
Anticipation for prom: Senior Week and Prom Court
Ardyn Lessner, Staff Writer • April 3, 2025

Senior Week honors seniors during their final push towards graduation. Each day from March 31 through April 4, they’ll get to celebrate with...

Sofia Wachholz, 12, poses underneath a decorative arch at prom with her sash and tiara after being crowned prom queen of 2025.
Prom Queen 2025: Sofia Wachholz wears the tiara
Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer • April 16, 2025

For seniors whose high school careers are nearing their end, prom is an exciting event that many students will remember for the rest of their...

AP Appreciation Week: Get to know our APs
AP Appreciation Week: Get to know our APs
Iksha Kesari, Guest Contributor • April 9, 2025

Assistant Principal Appreciation Week is from April 7 through 11. Counselor Jami Manley interviewed our Assistant Principals so we could get...

Cultural Feature: Eid-al Fitr
Cultural Feature: Eid-al Fitr
Muhammad Ibrahim Khurram, Guest Writer • April 4, 2025

On Sunday March 30 (or Monday March 31 for some), over 420,000 Muslims celebrated Eid-al Fitr across Texas alone. This includes many of our own...

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How to stop procrastinating
Ciera Walker, Guest Contributor • April 21, 2025

"How do I focus better on my assignments and stop getting distracted? When I get the motivation to get my assignments done, I often find myself...

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Easy habits for a healthier lifestyle
Roselyn Galindo, Guest Contributor • April 16, 2025

Trying to improve your physical and mental health can seem overwhelming, especially for those who have struggled with it for years. I know this...

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A beginner’s guide to overcoming burnout
Emily Clemens, Guest Contributor • April 14, 2025

What do I do if I am juggling good grades, multiple clubs, a job and family time, but feel so exhausted 24/7? - Christine Hey Christine, You...

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

For the first time in Emerson history, the Girls Basketball team made it to playoffs after years of perseverance, commitment and hard work. Their...

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...

Unbranded Broadcast 4/10/2025
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Comic: Prom 2025 Midnight in Paris
Comic: Prom 2025 Midnight in Paris
Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief • April 4, 2025
Life At Emerson Ep. 16 Wish Week
Life At Emerson Ep. 16 Wish Week
Jade Bontron April 23, 2025

In this week’s episode of Life At Emerson Jade Bontron talks to junior Addisyn Wimberly. Watch for...