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The Charge

Eshaan Shaik

Eshaan Shaik, The Charge Staff Writer

Eshaan Shaik is a senior and a second-year staff writer for The Charge. He's excited to write about school events, domestic issues, and other pervading issues that are affecting our constituency. Outside of writing articles you can see him on the Emerson Speech and Debate Team, making origami for his friends, and listening to music. He hopes to one day study international business and policy.

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Mavericks unite: Colorful weekend raises $14K for Make-A-Wish

Eshaan Shaik and Isabelle Smith
May 13, 2024

On May 4, Mavericks concluded Wish Week by participating in the Make-A-Wish Color Run, which was preceded by the Powder Puff Football Game on May 3. Both events were a fundraiser for Zaki, Emerson's Make-A-Wish...

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Unity in the dugout: Baseball binds for playoff push

Unity in the dugout: Baseball binds for playoff push

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
April 24, 2024

The Emerson Varsity Baseball team is rounding the bases towards a standout season. With only three games remaining and 20 wins within reach, the team is eyeing a playoff spot. This year’s squad boasts...

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The eclipse reaching totality around 1:42 pm.

An astronomical anomaly: The solar eclipse

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
April 11, 2024

On April 8, everyone experienced an astronomical anomaly only seen every one to three years - a solar eclipse. Although solar eclipses aren’t anything new, it’s extremely rare to have one in the United...

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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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Jayden McCall

Senior Spotlight: Jayden McCall

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
February 13, 2024

After dedicating countless hours to practicing his instrument and consistently refining his musicianship throughout high school, Jayden McCall emerged as the top-ranking 6A All-State Musician. Outshining...

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Emerson Business Professionals of America students place at the regional competition.

BPA competitors advance to State Conference

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
January 31, 2024

On January 17, Business Professionals of America (BPA) held DFW’s Regional Competition. Over the weekend, Emerson High School's BPA Finalists competed at the Regional Competition and over 18 students...

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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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Daniel Seo

Senior Spotlight: Daniel Seo

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
December 5, 2023

Daniel Seo is the epitome of creativity, from painting award-winning art pieces to writing books about cinema, his artistry has no bounds. His expansive passions have recently caught the attention of some...

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A recollection of Thanksgiving memories

A recollection of Thanksgiving memories

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
November 30, 2023

For many, Thanksgiving Break is a time to wind down and relax from the pressures of school. Whether it be hanging out with friends and family or traveling during the week-long holiday, it’s a period...

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graba

It’s Garba season!

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023

Football team caps senior night with a win

Football team caps senior night with a win

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
September 26, 2023

Senior night is a memorable event for Emerson’s graduating class. Amidst the college application season, the Emerson football team delivered entertainment and joy for these soon-to-be graduates. The...

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Emerson Choir

Emerson Choir concert: Autumnal melodies

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
September 21, 2023

On September 26, The Emerson Choir will have its first concert of the year. It’ll be an evening where attendees will hear soothing voices and playful melodies that’ll brighten up the atmosphere. Unsurprisingly,...

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Emerson Speech & Debate

Emerson Debate: “A force to be reckoned with”

Eshaan Shaik, Staff Writer
September 6, 2023

Texas' debate season has commenced as August slowly fades into September’s autumn colors. Students from all over Texas participate in weekly tournaments where they dress up in their most polished clothing...

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Fentanyl overdose a.k.a Rainbow Death sweeps schools

Fentanyl overdose a.k.a “Rainbow Death” sweeps schools

Eshaan Shaik, News Editor
November 2, 2022

In Kyle, Texas, a small city just 4 hours away from Frisco, 17-year-old Kevin McConville was found dead in his room after overdosing on fentanyl. This wasn’t only one occurrence. Three other Texas students...

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