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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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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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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 planners, specifically senior class members, meticulously execute...

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The work desk of an applicant researching colleges on the common app as well as refining their personal statement essay.

Seniors share insights on college applications

Cameryn Allen, Staff Writer
January 27, 2025

As college application deadlines close, Emerson High School seniors provide their advice for juniors and insight on their application process as well as what steps they’re taking to prepare for transitioning...

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