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Students join for a conga line in the excitement of the dance.

The Gatsby Gala: A 2026 prom review

Ibrahim Khurram, Copy Editor
April 23, 2026

Feathered hats, green lights and 1920's American charm. The "Gatsby Gala" created a unique prom experience centered around the 20th century novel. Leadership put on an impressive display, immersing students...

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Mutong Niu, 12, and John Pacheco, 12, dance around a crowd of students after they were announced as king and queen

Mutong Niu steals hearts as new Prom Queen

Emily Clemens, Staff Writer
April 16, 2026

Prom is an event that marks the end of senior year, where students can dress up and have a great time with those close to them. This year’s prom announced the ecstatic prom queen as Mutong Niu, 12.  As...

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John Pacheco, 12, celebrates after he is crowned Prom King.  (Gary Allyn)

Presenting Emerson’s 2026 Prom King: John Pacheco

Ardyn Lessner, Associate Editor-in-Chief
April 15, 2026

Prom King is a prestigious title, one that only few will hold in their lifetimes. John Pacheco, 12, was awarded the highly anticipated title for the 2025-2026 school year on Saturday night on April 11...

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The varsity women’s choir, Chorale, having a sectional to prepare for UIL .

High notes and high stakes: Choir UIL

Olivia Northcutt, Staff Writer
March 31, 2026

Through March 31 to April 2, Emerson Choir will take the stage this week as they compete in the UIL competition. The five ensembles have spent more than two months preparing their contest pieces, refining...

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Isfahan contains some of Iran's most beautiful architecture such as the Si-o-se-pol. (Wikimedia Commons)

Iran: Beauty through turmoil

Julianna Sweatman
March 5, 2026

Iran is a country in the Middle East full of culture. From the language to architecture to the bustling cities, the country has many of its own unique aspects. Lately, however, conflict between the citizens...

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