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Orchestra Director Sandra Mour conducts rehearsals before the pre UIL concert.

Orchestra prepares for UIL competition

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor in Cheif
February 24, 2025

The Emerson Orchestra performed in their pre UIL concert on Feb. 11 and they continue to prepare for UIL which will take place at Reedy High School on Feb. 25, 26 and March 3.  All four orchestras...

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Choir students practice their music with a clinician to prepare for the concert.

Maverick Choir partners with Frisco’s city choir for Feb. 21 concert

Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025

On Friday, Feb. 21 at 7 p.m., Emerson’s Chorale and A Capella choir students will perform a concert with Frisco Chorale at First Frisco Global Methodist Church. Tickets can be purchased at the door or...

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The Majestics pose with their trophies at the American Dance/Drill Team competition awards ceremony.

Majestics American Dance/Drill Team Competition Recap

Ardyn Lessner, Staff Writer
February 13, 2025

The Majestics Drill Team participated in the American Dance/Drill Team competition on Feb. 8 at Plano Senior High School under the direction of Amanda Burch and Holly Whitfield. The team performed a jazz,...

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The fully decorated 2024 prom venue at the Mckinney Cotton Mill.

Prom 2025: Early planning and expectations

Cameryn Allen, Staff Writer
February 7, 2025

As the voting period for Emerson’s 2025 senior prom theme ends, the leadership team has already begun working on preparations for the upcoming dance. Senior head of the Emerson Leadership Team Chaavi...

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Counselor Leigh Casares finalizes students' course requests for next year.

February 13 marks last day for course request changes

Sara Sabir, Social Media Manager
February 6, 2025

With Feb. 13 right around the corner, the deadline to make changes to 2025-2026 course selections is creeping in. Course cards, which students use to choose the classes for the next school year, have already...

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The McKinney Tiny Doors was hosted at the McKinney Performing Arts Center, presenting the Tiny Door photo op, “Make Your Own Tiny Door” station and refreshments for the guests.

Celebrating a year of creativity in the community: McKinney’s Tiny Doors

Yena Nam, Associate Editor-in-Chief
January 31, 2025

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Senior Srinidhi Marrivada prepares to donate blood in a Carter BloodCare bus.

HOSA and Carter BloodCare hold second blood drive of the year

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor-in-Chief
January 30, 2025

On Wednesday, Jan. 29, Emerson’s HOSA chapter held their second blood drive of the school year in partnership with Carter Blood Care. With over 100 participants registered to donate blood, this blood...

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Cast members Jaxan Preston 10, KK Kennedy 10, Channing Parkman 10 and Patrick Kuypers 11 practice their choreography in preparation for the show.

“Guys and Dolls:” Anticipation and preparation

Julianna Sweatman
January 16, 2025

Emerson Theatre Company’s winter musical, “Guys and Dolls” has its opening night on Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 7:00 P.M., followed by performances Thursday and Friday also at 7:00 P.M. in the auditorium....

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Senior Falak Hasan passed time by recreating popular character Olaf from the movie “Frozen,” in her backyard.

Fun in the flurries: Recap of Mavericks’ snow day adventures

Sahasra Elaprolu, Editor-in-Chief
January 16, 2025

A surprising snow storm brought loads of fun to our Emerson Mavericks. North Texas experienced snowfall and ice on Thursday, Jan. 9 and Friday, Jan. 10 with temperatures dropping as low as 25 degrees Fahrenheit....

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Choir Director Christopher Orr conducts a rehearsal for the Fine Arts Showcase.

Fine Arts Showcase: Anticipation, preparation and traditions

Julianna Sweatman, Staff Writer
December 12, 2024

On Dec.19, Emerson’s Fine Arts Department will put on a showcase in the auditorium, featuring performances from band, choir, color guard, dance, drill team, orchestra and theater. Over the past few weeks,...

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FFA members are joyful after receiving high placements at the district competition.

Emerson FFA shines with flying colors at district competition

Sara Sabir, Social Media Manager
November 21, 2024

On Nov. 12, Emerson’s Future Farmers of America club competed at the district Leadership Development Events (LDE) competition at McKinney High School. Both Senior Spanish Creed and Senior Creed competition...

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Chloe Gill, 12, Bailee Howell, 12, and Saniya Allen, 12, volunteer at the PALs booth.

Club fair showcases students’ creativity

Ardyn Lessner, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, the annual club fair was held in the quad, featuring student-run club booths on either side of the school entrance. The event provides clubs an opportunity to advertise and recruit...

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