Emerson High School

💙 From EHS student teacher to Teacher of the Year! Ms. McGaughey makes English fun, builds confidence, and helps students feel they belong. Add her infectious laugh, and it’s easy to see why students call her the GOAT! 🏆 #MagnificentMaverick #TeacherOfTheYear

✍️🎨 Creativity Spotlight: Dhiren Aggarwal! Through original poetry and clothing design, he brings his ideas to life. His peers admire his inventive mindset and ability to solve problems others might overlook. 💙 #MagnificentMaverick #StudentSpotlight

🎭💡 Creativity Spotlight: Asher Sturgeon! He believes creativity starts with sharing your ideas without worrying about perfection. His peers admire his problem-solving, perseverance, and willingness to help others. 💙 #MagnificentMaverick #StudentSpotlight

💙 Congratulations to Ms. Canfield, our September Outstanding Maverick of the Month! From managing the busy AP office to coordinating substitutes, she helps keep our campus running smoothly. Thank you! #MagnificentMaverick

Small actions. Meaningful impact. 💙✨ 💙 Congratulations to Coach Wessner, our September IMPACT Teacher of the Month! His same-day response to our special education evaluation team provided valuable input to guide decisions for student success. #MagnificentMaverick #IMPACT

🎭📸 Creativity Spotlight: Kaylie Ross! From theatre to yearbook, Kaylie shares their artistic and photography talents while always striving to improve. Creativity helps them express themselves and build lasting friendships. 💙 #MagnificentMaverick

Floral Design students had a great time crafting tissue paper flowers and delivering them to Emerson staff. What fun it was to watch the process. Maybe Dr. Sommers can keep this flower alive! #BeAMaverick

🎶💙 Congratulations to Mr. Langer, our September TRANSFORM Teacher of the Month! His fresh teaching techniques, thoughtful advice, and joyful support help our band reach new heights and bring deeper emotion to their music. #MagnificentMaverick #TRANSFORM

🌟 Congratulations to Emerson’s 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year nominees! Thank you for inspiring our students, supporting their growth, and making a difference every day. 💙👏 #MagnificentMaverick #TeacherOfTheYear

Ms. Mandalia’s AP Statistics students explored survey bias using a recent survey sent to EHS staff by campus administration. They discussed how different factors can influence whether—and how—people respond. Real-world learning in action! #BeAMaverick

🎶 Creativity Spotlight: Peter-Art De Guzman! Through music and art—including multiple compositions for the band to perform—Peter brings ideas to life, connects with others, and inspires them to discover their potential. 💙 #MagnificentMaverick #StudentSpotlight

🧪💙 Congratulations to Ms. Sharma, our September EQUIP Teacher of the Month! From explaining tough concepts to helping students review mistakes during lunch, she builds confidence and makes chemistry click. Thank you! #MagnificentMavericks #EQUIP

Let's go Mavericks! Tonight, varsity VB celebrated Senior Night and will take on Lebanon Trail! #BeAMaverick

Closing out our August celebrations with Coach Rea! ☀️💙 From fun activities to a listening ear, she brings positivity and makes students feel supported. Thank you for giving our Mavericks so many reasons to smile! #Mavericks #TeacherShoutout

An August star! 💙 Congratulations to Bryan Ayala-Orellana, Color Guard Coach and Maverick of the Month! He helps students build precision, teamwork, and confidence as they bring music to life through flags and movement. 🎉 #MagnificentMavericks #MaverickOfTheMonth

Meet Sruthilaya, our Be First Student of the Month! 🌟 As a member of Color Guard, Sruthi believes being first means being a leader. She puts that belief into action by helping others when they’re struggling. Thank you for leading with kindness, Sruthi! #BeFirst

Turning back the calendar to celebrate August honoree Ms. Hill! 💙 She makes chemistry click—even for students outside her classes. Students love her cheerful spirit and support, calling her “the GOAT!” 🐐🧪 #Mavericks #TeacherShoutout

A little late to post, but never too late to celebrate! 💙 Our August shout-out goes to Ms. Young for supporting a fellow educator with camera equipment and creative journalism/audio-video classroom ideas. Thank you, Ona! 🎥 #Mavericks #StaffShoutout

Meet Kate, our Be Bold Student of the Month! 🌟 Involved in Leadership and Majestics, Kate believes being bold means putting yourself out there to make our school a better place. She lives that out by trying new activities at Emerson and getting involved. Way to go, Kate! #BeBold

Congratulations to Emerson’s 22 National Merit Commended Scholars and 3 National Merit Semifinalists! 🌟 We’re proud of your hard work and outstanding academic achievement. Way to go, Mavericks! 💙 #MaverickPride #NationalMerit