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GT American Studies class picture from 2022-2023 school year

Celebrating Emerson’s 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year: Kyle Wenokur and his mission to empower every student

Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief
May 20, 2025

Serving Emerson for almost four years now, Kyle Wenokur holds several roles on campus: He is known as the GT American Studies teacher, head coach of Academic Decathlon and most recently, Emerson’s 2024-2025...

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Paxton Ancheta directs a teammate during an Emerson soccer game (Jonathan Saavedra, 9)

Around the clock: Freshman Paxton Ancheta thrives in varsity and club soccer

Christian Lyons
May 15, 2025

For most, a hobby can quickly turn into a love, passion or an outlet for expression. Freshman varsity soccer player Paxton Ancheta has succeeded in both club and school soccer throughout the year, and...

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Lindsey Donovan: More than a teacher

Keya Patel, Guest Contributor
May 15, 2025

With Teacher Appreciation Month on the horizon, it's unfortunate to know that lots of students miss out on getting to know their teachers. Lindsey Donovan is a teacher that students can trust. She has...

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English teacher Rachel Jadormeo bonds with her senior students Brody Kostyszyn, 12, Alexis Alley, 12, and Natalie Castellano, 12, during Power Hour as they discuss a Broadway show they are watching.

Teachers and administrators offer advice to graduating seniors

Sara Sabir
May 12, 2025

Graduation is just one week shy, and soon the Class of 2025 will be embarking into a new phase of their lives. While many seniors are attending college this fall, some choose other tracks after graduation...

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Michael Herman teaches his debate students. (Luke Hrabal)

Michael Herman leads high school debate students in stride

Luke Hrabal, Guest Contributor
May 8, 2025

Michael Herman is leaving a lasting impression on his debate students. He is a seasoned teacher with multiple years of debate instruction under his belt. He first started teaching 34 years ago. He graduated...

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Loeffler works on improving fun interactive lessons for her students (Emily Clemens)

Teacher Appreciation Month: Ann Loeffler’s impact on students

Emily Clemens, Guest Contributor
May 1, 2025

Spanish has become more and more popular, especially in Texas because of the growing Spanish speaking population, so Emerson High School has made sure to keep up with the demand by offering four levels...

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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 lives. In the weeks leading up to prom, students went through...

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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 to know them better! If you see your AP this week, make sure...

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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 students, but what is this holiday, and why is it so important...

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Jackson Kochalka, 12, asking his girlfriend Sofia Wachholz to prom with his promposal.

Promposals: An exciting tradition

Jade Bontron, Staff Writer
April 4, 2025

Every year, as prom season comes around, a special tradition is celebrated. Promposals started in 2001 in America and are a heartwarming way to get asked to prom. Normally, proposals are arranged with...

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The Majestics pose for a wholesome picture after their 1st place win at the National Contest.

Emerson Majestics claim the national championship

Ayomikun Bamgbala, Staff Writer
April 1, 2025

On March 15, 2025,  the Emerson Majestics Drill team secured a 1st place Overall National Champion Team award at the Crowd Pleasers Orlando National Contest. They also earned titles for solo performances...

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Ibrahim Khurram, 11, sneaks a fake spider into an unsuspecting friend’s lunch box.

April Fools’ Day: Paradise for pranksters

Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer
April 1, 2025

The annual celebration of pranks occurs on April 1 each year, presenting the perfect opportunity to add a little bit of fun and mischief into everyday life. As the day draws nearer, Maverick students and...

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