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Emerson Varsity Guard members at the Timber Creek regional competition. 
Credit: @ehsfriscoguard on Instagram

Emerson Winter Guard: Seniors cherish their last season full of achievement

Mehr Hameed, Staff Writer
March 28, 2024

Emerson’s winter guard teams have made a name for themselves as a force to be reckoned with this winter guard season. From a humble start to Emerson’s guard program two years ago, the guard has grown...

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The Maverick Tennis team commemorate a tournament on the bus ride home.

A senior recap: Maverick Tennis

Eshaan Shaik
March 26, 2024

As the Maverick Tennis team kicks off its spring season, it marks the beginning of the seniors' final games. While there are still a few months ahead, the seniors reminisce about the countless memories...

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Science Olympiad: Stopped by setbacks, but fueled by passion

Science Olympiad: Stopped by setbacks, but fueled by passion

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
March 21, 2024

The Emerson High School Science Olympiad team planned to compete in the District Scioly Competition on February 24, but because of unintended complications such as competition mismanagement they were unable...

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ARC holds a meeting in the courtyard to go over aerodynamics.

Astronomy and Rocketry Club launch off to a start

Muhammad Ibrahim Khurram, Guest Contributor
March 6, 2024

The Astronomy and Rocketry Club (ARC) is a new club cofounded by sophomores Aaryaman Chaurasiya, Shlok Bhardwaj, and Maneesh Chilupur. ARC is planning to host meetings where club members create telescopes...

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Emerson Best Buddies

Best Buddies Spread Valentines Spirit

Sara Sabir, Staff Writer
February 14, 2024

Celebrate the day of love as Emerson's Best Buddies Club sells candy grams to students and teachers. Candy grams were sold in the quad during power hour from February first through February ninth and were...

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Senior Spotlight: Michelle Eu

Senior Spotlight: Michelle Eu

Sara Sabir, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024

The Independent Study and Mentorship (ISM) program is a rigorous elective offered at Frisco ISD high schools, where students conduct interviews and research in their chosen topic or career, in order to...

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CNA students working at the Frisco Fire Station.

FISD’s clinical classes: Advice from students

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
January 25, 2024

Every year hundreds of future healthcare professionals submit their applications for Frisco ISD’s Clinical programs. These dual credit courses, including Health Science Clinical, Rehabilitation Aide...

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Sydney Cox

Senior Spotlight: Sydney Cox

Sara Sabir, Staff Writer
January 17, 2024

Beneath the stadium lights on the football field lies the Emerson Majestics' first lieutenant, Sydney Cox, as she gracefully executes her dance routines. Through her remarkable leadership skills, the Majestics...

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Gayathri Vanka

Senior Spotlight: Gayathri Vanka

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
January 16, 2024

Whether it be expanding women’s mental health awareness through her non-profit, winning HOSA Internationals, or volunteering with Carter Blood Care, Gayathri Vanka’s passion for public health and engineering...

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Delanna Harper

Senior Spotlight: Delanna Harper

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
January 12, 2024

Senior year is a rollercoaster for many students. As they work towards finishing high school strong and battling the stress of college applications, they all have one goal in mind, an acceptance letter...

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Dr. Iyhia McMichael

Softball coach takes expertise overseas

Isabelle Smith, Staff Writer
December 13, 2023

Emerson High School Athletics are fueled by the dedication of our coaches, with one coach in particular taking her impact across the world. Softball coach Dr. Iyhia McMichael, known to Emerson students...

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Top places to visit in DFW for the holiday season

Sara Sabir, Staff Writer
December 13, 2023

The holiday season is often equated with joy, festivity, blissfulness, and unique traditions. There's no better way to take part in these sensations than to visit the various events Dallas hosts for the...

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