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Even among the abundance of school shootings in the United States, many believe the government has not taken enough action to protect students. The Sidekick staff writer Nyah Rama expresses her opinion on recent events and outlines steps people can take to stop gun violence. Photo from CBC depicting the Robb Elementary school shooting victims. (Anvita Anumala)

How many more lives?

Nyah Rama, Staff Writer May 15, 2023

Rojelio Torres, Eliahana Cruz Torres, Jailah Nicole Silguero, Layla Salazar, Alexandria Aniyah Rubio, Maite Rodriguez, Annabelle Rodriguez, Alithia Ramirez, Eva Mireles, Maranda Mathis, Tess Mata, Jayce...

Sports journalism can be a nerve-racking field, conducting interviews and telling engaging stories can be a stressful first-time task for some. The Sidekick staff writer Araceli Reynoso reflects on how the program has accompanied her journey to finding her confidence in her passions through sports journalism.

Senior column: Discovering what I can do in the world of sports

Araceli Reynoso, Staff Writer May 9, 2023

My eyes were glued to the field as I watched Dallas Cowboys’ Dak Prescott throw the ball, completing yet another pass to wide receiver Michael Gallup. He would then go on to catch the ball, running...

The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali poses in front of a cactus at Joshua Tree National Park in Palm Springs, Calif. Palavali recounts a funny adventure from her vacation to the desert town.

The Twist: A prickly surprise

Maya Palavali, Staff cartoonist May 4, 2023

Did you know that the cactus species Cylindropuntia bigelovii (Engelm.) F.M. Knuth has the nickname “teddy bear cholla?” And did you know teddy bears are the fluffiest stuffed animals ever? Well,...

Supporter shirts often are uninspired and sporting generic designs. The Sidekick executive design/interactive editor Srihari Yechangunja elaborates on this widespread phenomenon of mediocre supporter shirts.

The Twist: The supporter shirt epidemic

Srihari Yechangunja, Executive Design/Interactive Editor May 3, 2023

The Twist is a humorous column about life in Coppell. Please be warned that any and all disdain towards any topic is due to the writers’ similar situation as adolescents (even though we feel so much...

Hot Takes: Fenty Beauty vs. Rare Beauty

Meghna Kulkarni and Sannidhi Arimanda May 1, 2023

Fenty Beauty and Rare Beauty are makeup brands owned by Rihanna and Selena Gomez, respectively, which have been receiving a lot of recognition. In this video, The Sidekick’s social media manager Meghna...

A lot of high school students deal with overthinking and it is more widespread than you may think. The Sidekick staff writer Nyah Rama shares her personal experience with overthinking and offers potential ways to overcome the obstacles that come with it.

Inside the mind of an overthinker

Nyah Rama, Staff Writer April 13, 2023

All my life I’ve felt like a duck; on the surface I'm calm and everything looks fine, but under the pitch black water, I'm treading as fast as I can to stay afloat. I’ve been a massive overthinker...

Siblings are often put into categories based on birth order or age. The Sidekick staff writer Sreehitha Moravaneni goes into detail on how in regards to sibling dynamics, these stereotypes aren’t one size fits all.

Birth order notions inhibit uniqueness

Sreehitha Moravaneni, Staff Writer April 11, 2023

“You’re more spoiled aren’t you? You know, because you’re younger.” When looking at my sister Anoohya and I, people often assume that we are vastly different, both physically and mentally....

Quality content is worth paying for

Quality content is worth paying for

Maya Palavali, Staff Cartoonist April 6, 2023

In order to view this member exclusive content, subscribe to The Sidekick official website for $1.99 a month.     On April 29, 1996, The Wall Street Journal launched its official...

Florida announced its plan to block the pilot AP African American Studies course from being taught in its high schools. The Sidekick editorial board believes that either the whole course should be provided or it should not be an option statewide. Maya Palavali

Editorial: AP African American Studies curriculum should not be “cherry picked”

Editorial Board April 3, 2023

The AP U.S. History course framework mentions the word “African(s)” 21 times, the phrase “African American” four times and the word “Black” once on a 291-page document.  AP World History:...

The Sidekick Executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu attempts to solve a math problem in William Harrington’s classroom on March 22. Liu explains why she thinks trying to advance one level of math is the biggest failure of her life.

The biggest failure of my life

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief March 31, 2023

Sitting at the kitchen table with tears streaming down my face, my father attempts to explain the concept of long division to me. Despite it being relatively cool in the Virginian 0-==suburban kitchen,...

Hot Takes with The Sidekick: Which is better, Apple Music or Spotify

Hot Takes with The Sidekick: Which is better, Apple Music or Spotify

Meghan Chiang, Staff Designer March 31, 2023

The debate of whether Apple Music or Spotify is better has been a hot topic within this generation. Watch The Sidekick staff designer Meghan Chiang’s video to hear more about what Coppell High School...

Four-day school weeks give teachers more flexible schedules and may boost student performance. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally talks about why she supports a four-day school week. Jayden Chui

A pot of gold at the end of the rainbow

Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer March 31, 2023

The clock strikes 5 p.m., marking my Science Olympiad Club meeting, cello class and badminton practice. Five hours later, I am ready to hit the hay as a lab report, calculus homework and studying for tests...

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