On April 8th, Emerson students gathered outside on the field to witness a rare phenomenon. For the first time since 2017, a total solar eclipse would be visible in the United States and free for everyone to witness.  Whereas some schools would have let students miss this momentous occasion, Emerson decided to do the opposite. They provided all students...

Animated groans and dramatic eye rolls filled the classroom as our English teacher introduced our required reading for the year. To Kill a Mockingbird or was it House on Mango Street? Wait, maybe it was The Great Gatsby? All the memories of different school years faded into one incoherent mess. It didn’t matter which year or what book it was. What...

Rock climbing, a sport enjoyed by many, consists of climbing up, down, and across natural rock formations and indoor climbing facilities. The sport boasts a variety of health benefits, stretching beyond an intense workout, from improving endurance and flexibility to exercising the brain and practicing problem-solving skills. Those at Emerson Junior-Senior...

Before Mrs. Staires became Emerson’s beloved art and ceramics teacher, she was in the shoes of any Emerson student. It might be shocking for some to learn that Mrs. Staires attended Emerson Junior Senior High School as a student before she became a teacher here. If you look around closely, you can even find a mural painted by Mrs. Staires near the...

With Emerson Baseball's 14-3 record, they are selected as the 8th seed in the Bergen County Tournament and will play on Wednesday, May 8, against 9 seed Hackensack as both teams look to advance to the next round of the tournament. Emerson Baseball has been on a roll and a winning streak. The Cavos have won 10 straight games  The Cavos demolished...