A sports team captain is not only a leader but also a guiding force that inspires and pushes the team toward success. Sydney Strenger, 12, exemplifies this position perfectly, exhibiting leadership qualities...

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...

Halloween is a highly anticipated time of the year, filled with excitement and opportunities for creativity. Mavericks were surveyed about their favorite candies, movies, and the traditions they implement...

As the amber colors of autumn take hold, there is no better way to experience the charm of fall than by exploring the attractions Dallas has to offer. From vibrant pumpkin patches to hearty fall markets,...

Senior Ayomikun Bamgbala on the left and Senior Taylor Thompson on the right

As students continue throughout high school, they are prone to face an arduous journey loaded with academic pressure, social dynamics, and the challenge of balancing extracurriculars and other responsibilities....

With the school year in full swing, the class of 2025 is navigating the ups and downs that senior year entails. Although anxiety first comes to mind when going through the college application season, seniors...

Maverick Speech and Debate held a banquet on April 19 in the cafeteria to recognize the members’ achievements throughout the season. During the banquet members were inducted into the National Speech...

On the basketball court, Senior Robert Black III exemplifies qualities that a dedicated player should have - determination, awareness, grit, and a positive attitude. As he dribbles the ball across the...

As the class of 2024 prepares for the end of their final year at Emerson, many events are lined up to celebrate them. One of these events is Senior Week, a week dedicated to the enjoyment and success of...

Academic Decathlon is a team and academic competition where students are rigorously tested in economics, music, language and literature, art, mathematics, science, and social science. This past weekend,...

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...

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...

From conducting the band to ensuring that every band member is in good shape, senior Isha Jannu does it all to help the Emerson band succeed in every way possible. Jannu is one of the four drum majors...

The forthcoming dance–a night of dancing, fun, and vivid memories–will surely be one for the books. The dance will complete forthcoming week which was filled with spirit days, the forthcoming football...

October 2nd through October 6th is Pink Out Week, which is recognized to bring awareness to breast cancer and educate students about it. Students are encouraged to wear pink to show their support for breast...

The orchestra will have a fall concert on Wednesday, September 27 in the auditorium. This will be an evening for various music enthusiasts to enjoy a night of melodious tunes.  In honor of autumn,...

The Barbie movie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has been breaking records at the global box office, with more than $1 billion earned in box office sales. This exhibits a remarkable milestone...