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The Charge

Sahasra Elaprolu

Sahasra Elaprolu, The Charge Assistant Editor-in-Chief

Sahasra is a Junior at Emerson and this is her third year with The Charge. She currently serves as Assistant Editor-in-Chief on staff. Sahasra has won many awards for her writing, winning the editorial category at the 2022 District Journalism competition. When she's not writing articles she enjoys playing the violin in the EHS Orchestra, cooking, and baking desserts.

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Elegant beginnings: Fashion statements of our first prom

Elegant beginnings: Fashion statements of our first prom

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
April 23, 2024

This prom season, the Emerson Mavericks showed up and showed out with their dresses and suits. Their outfits were all unique in that they featured all sorts of different colors, materials, and patterns,...

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The Varsity boys soccer team huddles together to talk about game plays during halftime.

Stepping off the field

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
April 22, 2024

This soccer season was a memorable one for our senior soccer athletes as they approach the end of their high school career. Both the girl's and boys' teams worked extremely hard this year, resulting in...

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Isabelle Smith poses with the Miss Collin County Teen crown.

Meet Miss Collin County’s Teen: Isabelle Smith

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2024

As senior Isabelle Smith walks down the runway in her red evening gown, her mind races. She becomes anxious about what question she will have to answer when she reaches the end, but a quick glance at her...

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The Philharmonic Orchestra commemorates their win at UIL with a picture holding their trophy.

Emerson Orchestras win Sweepstakes at UIL

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2024

On February 26, February 27 and March 4, the Emerson High School Orchestras performed in the University Interscholastic League (UIL) at Independence High School resulting in most groups winning Sweepstakes,...

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The Emerson Philharmonic Orchestra performs “Labyrinth,” one of their UIL pieces.

Emerson Orchestra adds finishing touches to their UIL performance

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
February 20, 2024

With the Orchestra UIL competition steadily approaching on February 26, 27 and March 4, the Emerson High School Orchestra has been diligently preparing both as a group during rehearsals and on their own...

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The varsity Chamber Orchestra pictured above

Emerson Orchestra Prepares for Pre UIL

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
February 6, 2024

The Emerson High School Orchestra has been practicing since December for their annual pre UIL concert which will be held on Tuesday, February 6.  This concert is held every year to help students prepare...

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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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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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Emerson HOSA

HOSA Competitors prepare to win

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
November 28, 2023

From as early as summer 2023, HOSA competitors have been diligently studying medical content for a chance to win the district competition and advance to regionals. Testing competitors have the opportunity...

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Sophie Fernandes

Senior Spotlight: Sophie Fernandes

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
October 30, 2023

The crowd roars as she races past the finish line and feels the gust of wind in her hair. Relief washes over her as she slows down and catches her breath. On October 12, Senior Sophie Fernandes ran...

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Review: New York Fashion Week

Review: New York Fashion Week

Out with the old, in with the new?
Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
September 18, 2023

For almost 80 years, New York Fashion Week has allowed designers, new and old, to showcase their work by putting on shows to be perceived by the general public. Today, New York Fashion Week has become...

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Battle of the brothers

Are Emerson Students Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah?
Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
August 29, 2023

“The Summer I Turned Pretty,” starring Lola Tung, Christopher Briney, and Gavin Caselengo, is ranked the #1 show on Amazon Prime. This TV series follows Belly, a 16-year-old girl who spends her summers...

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Juggling freshman year

Juggling freshman year

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
August 29, 2023

Hey freshmen, welcome to Emerson. Here are some tips to help you thrive in your first year of high school! Develop a Good Study Schedule Most students will take more challenging courses in high school...

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6 killed in Nashville school shooting

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-In-Chief
April 11, 2023

On March 27th, 2023, The Covenant School, a private Christian school located in Nashville, Tennessee, experienced a school shooting by a former student.  6 people were killed, including three children...

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East Palestine derailment

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
March 7, 2023

On February 4, a train carrying hazardous materials provoked a fire and expelled toxic fumes into the air. Since the disaster, residents of East Palestine, Ohio, have complained of respiratory problems. Initially,...

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7.8 Earthquake hits Turkey and Syria leaving death toll in the thousands

7.8 Earthquake hits Turkey and Syria leaving death toll in the thousands

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor In Chief
February 23, 2023

On February 6, 2023, an earthquake of 7.8 hit southeast Turkey and northwest Syria, leaving both countries in disarray and panic as the death toll climbs, currently passing 46,000.     Over...

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How British Colonialism impacts the world today

How British Colonialism impacts the world today

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor In Chief
January 26, 2023

From the late 16th to 20th century, Great Britain was an influential figure in history because of its control over the world economy, different countries, and trade, but their influence was not entirely...

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UK Prime Minister resigns after 9 months in office

UK Prime Minister resigns after 9 months in office

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor in Chief
November 1, 2022

  U.K Prime Minister Liz Truss resigns from office after 45 days due to a failed economic plan making Rishi Sunak the next Prime Minister of the U.K.    Liz Truss has now become the...

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Culture Feature: Diwali

Sahasra Elaprolu, Assistant Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2022

Diwali (pronounced Dhee-va-li) is a popular holiday celebrated by many countries and religions throughout South Asia. Depending on the Hindu calendar, the date on which Diwali falls differs, but the reason...

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The move that changed her life

Sahasra Elaprolu, Journalism
December 21, 2021

She sat in her empty house the day after her big move. She was getting ready for school that Monday morning when she sternly told her mom to not pack Indian food in her lunchbox in fear of getting teased....

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Orchestra performs fall concert

Orchestra performs fall concert

Sahasra Elaprolu, Journalism
October 10, 2021

The Chamber, Philharmonic, and Symphonia Orchestra performed their first Fall Concert on October 27 in the auditorium. The orchestras have been practicing for this concert for about 6 weeks and have...

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