• BREAKING: Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • CHS seniors have Adulting Day on Thursday.
  • Choir holds its Spring Concert in the auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt receives the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Pro Patriot Freedom Award, presented by Texas ESGR community chairman Rick Noreiga. CISD received the award due to exemplary district support and leadership for the community. Photo by Maanav Subramanian
District receives ESGR Pro Patriot Freedom award for exemplary performance
Katie Park, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025

The Coppell ISD Board of Trustees awarded the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriotic Employer Awards to CISD staff members...

In The Know is a series from The Sidekick detailing events involving Coppell High School and Coppell ISD happening this week. It will be posted every Monday for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year. Graphic by Yug Talukdar
In The Know: 3/31-4/06
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • March 31, 2025
Smart City Council board members Kanishka Chaudhuri, Gautham Vemuganti and Deepak Jayavant present future innovation plans at the Coppell City Council meeting on Tuesday. The presentation provided recommendations for new technology regarding city safety and efficiency.
Council reviews upcoming innovation plans
Naseeha Masood, Staff Writer • March 27, 2025
In The Know is a series from The Sidekick detailing events involving Coppell High School and Coppell ISD happening this week. It will be posted every Monday for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year. Graphic by Yug Talukdar
In The Know: 3/24-3/30
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • March 24, 2025
Coppell ISD Board of Trustees presents the District Teachers of the Year award on May 21 at Vonita White Administration Building. The board emphasizes the district’s core values during times of crisis and difficult decision making.
Leading through crisis: Board of Trustees balancing community needs, financial responsibilities
Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer • March 14, 2025
Photo Galleries
Sports
Denton Guyer senior infielder Aubriella Martinez slides into home at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex during the top of first inning on Wednesday. Photo by Sukirtha Muthiah
Seven-run first inning propels early Wildcats victory
Sahasra Chakilam, Executive News Editor • April 4, 2025

Denton Guyer senior outfielder Brianna Williams sprints past home plate as senior infielder Aubriella Martinez slides in, adding two runs for...

Coppell senior defender Monica Morales-Martinez and senior defender Jordan Clig celebrate the Class 6A Division I Region I championship.The Coppell girls soccer team defeated Flower Mound, 1-0, on Tuesday at Max Goldsmith Stadium in the regional finals. Photo by Marli Field.
One goal, one step closer as Cowgirls inch closer to state crown by taking down district foe
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • April 3, 2025
Sports with Sully: March Madness trimmed to Sweet 16
Sports with Sully: March Madness trimmed to Sweet 16
Sully Kessler and Rhea Chowdhary • April 1, 2025
Coppell junior forward Neerali Kapadia scores the Cowgirls’ final goal of the match in the second half at Dragon Stadium on Friday. The Cowgirls defeated Keller, 4-1, in the Class 6A Division I Region I semifinals. Photo by Kayla Nguyen
Kapadia, Morales domination sets matchup with familiar foe
Namir Awan, Sports Editor • March 30, 2025
Opinions
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Sukirtha Muthiah crafts a matcha drink at her house. Muthiah finds the process of making her drinks as rewarding as the product. Photo by Rhea Choudhary
Letter from the Editor: The art of doing it yourself
Sukirtha Muthiah, Executive Editor-in-Chief • April 1, 2025

I am a drink lover.  Nothing motivates me more than when I have one of my favorite drinks in hand, ready to take on the day. Of course, the...

Coppell has provided a blanket of security for its residents through low crime rates and stability, developing the community name of the “Coppell Bubble.” The Sidekick staff designer Safiya Azam thinks the bubble provides a false sense of security that fuels ignorance toward issues degrading the community.
Popping the Coppell Bubble
Safiya Azam, Staff Designer • March 31, 2025
Women’s History Month is a time of year to celebrate the women who play an important role in our lives. The Sidekick staff writer Anushka Joshi expresses her love and gratitude for her mother, Rani Joshi.
Woman who made me: Saachi, mamma
Anushka Joshi, Staff Writer • March 27, 2025
Women’s History Month celebrates the women playing an important role in our lives. The Sidekick staff writer Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar expresses her gratitude for her grandmother, Malarvizhi Kannadhasan. Photo courtesy Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar
Woman who made me: Lessons in love, strength
Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025
Student Life
Coppell High School seniors Aishi Biswal, Mihika Patki and Wendy Le are the co-founders of the EmpowerHer Club. EmpowerHer brings awareness and promotes opportunities for women of all backgrounds, collaborating with the Eco Club to provide menstrual products throughout the Coppell community.
EmpowerHer padding safety net for female community
Anika Upadhyayula, Staff Writer • April 2, 2025

While one may panic in an unexpected situation, walking into the Cozby Library and Community Commons restroom brings an immediate sense of relief,...

Coppell High School counseling assistant Erin Kelly prioritizes giving students a safe place to ask questions and seek support. Kelly is a data entry clerk and counseling assistant with the goal of becoming a CHS counselor.
Faculty Focus: Kelly fueling campus success behind the scenes
Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025
Coppell High School health science teacher and HOSA advisor Bill Borowski demonstrates taking blood pressures for his students on March 6. Borowski makes a profound impact on the CHS healthcare community and is selected The Sidekick’s Teacher of the Issue. Photo by Emmalee Jittasupo
Teacher of the Issue: Borowski turning lessons into futures
Raima Awan, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025
Wilson Elementary School Student Resource Officer (SRO) Kelly Luther aids in keeping the school secure and responding to emergencies. Coppell’s female emergency service providers play a vital role in maintaining the city’s safety.
Women’s History Month: Honoring female police officers combating gender stereotypes
Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer • March 31, 2025
CHS9
CHS9 AV Tech teacher Chad Price works with equipment used to film weekly broadcast announcements on Feb. 26. Price has been teaching at CHS9 for 2 years, previously working as a manager of technology and teaching audio and visual media in Richardson ISD.
CHS9 Teacher of the Issue: Price is right on track with freshmen CTE students
Zaara Shaik, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025

In a classroom, alive with the buzz of engaged students participating in class and the soft click of camera shutters, CHS9 Career and Technical...

CHS9 HOSA president Vidhisha Paleti presents details for an upcoming volunteer tournament during a HOSA meeting on March 12. Paleti draws from her passion for healthcare advocacy to promote student service in HOSA.
Paleti destigmatizing menstrual health with Period Project
Riya Suresh, Staff Writer • March 31, 2025
CHS9 AP computer science teacher Seneca Hart guides students Juana Arun, Naina Srithaj and Tanya Yadav through their code after the group competed in the 12th annual Digital Divas 2025 hackathon. The team excelled in the hackathon on Feb. 8 at Plano West Senior High School despite having minimal coding experience.
Newcomers secure third place at hackathon
Naseeha Masood, Staff Writer • March 31, 2025
CHS9 students Eesha Jogdand, Olivia Rebello and Charlotte Heer evaluate an audition on Thursday. The American Sign Language (ASL) Club’s production of “Hansel and Gretel” incorporates sign language and spoken dialogue.
Signing through cinema
Aashi Panchal, Staff Writer • March 10, 2025
Arts & Entertainment
Coppell High School senior Rohak Yadav [right] performs with Indian ethnic music group Shivam Dhol Tasha during the Dallas Mavericks halftime show at American Airlines Center on March 9. Yadav has played the tasha, an Indian percussion instrument, since he was 6 and joined Shivam Dhol Tasha in 2024. Photo courtesy Roberto Hernandez/Dallas Mavericks
Yadav takes up tasha with local Indian musical group
Jay Vernekar, Staff Writer • April 4, 2025

Enthralling clashes of sounds vibrate through American Airlines Center as performers with bright uniforms jump in unison on the Dallas Mavericks...

Coppell Treble Choir performs the song “Yo Le Canto” whilst clapping their hands to the rhythm. Coppell Choir hosted its annual spring concert in the CHS auditorium on Tuesday.
Choir blooms in captivating spring concert
Neev Chickermane, Staff Writer • April 2, 2025
New Tech High @ Coppell seniors Lucy Martinson and Sarvin Narang perform a scene from “The Hiding Place” in the CHS Auditorium. Coppell High School varsity theater presented its UIL One-Act Play of “The Hiding Place” on March 24.
Theater shines light on Holocaust in “The Hiding Place”
Moukthika Palli, Staff Writer • March 26, 2025
Coppell High School junior Chloe Vigue works on a sketchbook piece in the E102 Drawing Studio. Vigue’s passion for visual media is evident through her commitment to growing as an artist both in and out of school.
“I can’t see myself going any other direction”
Marli Field, Staff Writer • March 25, 2025
Lifestyle & Wellness
Spring cleaning and decluttering can lead to a fresh start and a more relaxed mindset. The Sidekick staff writer Darsh Thakur explores how organizing your space can positively impact your well being.
Spring cleaning your space for a fresh start
Darsh Thakur, Staff Writer • March 24, 2025

When you sit down to study or work on an important assignment, you probably do not want any external factors that might distract you from your...

Teenagers often get sucked into the workload of school and are not able to make time for themselves. The Sidekick staff writer Gia Mukund thinks school should not be the only priority for teenagers, especially so they can make time for other activities. Graphic by Moukthika Palli. Teenagers often get sucked into the workload of school and are not able to make time for themselves. The Sidekick staff writer Gia Mukund thinks school should not be the only priority for teenagers, especially so they can make time for other activities.
Finding balance between fun, facts
Gia Mukund, Staff Writer • March 14, 2025
As the weather warms, spending time outside is a great way to enjoy the advantages of spring. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally shares the importance and fun of being outdoors and the physical and mental benefits coming with it.
Improving happiness, health with time outdoors
Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer • March 13, 2025
Teenagers often have an extensive screen time which can negatively impact their academic performance. The Sidekick staff writer Priyan Selveraj details how harmful excessive phone usage can be and how to limit it. Graphic by Ahana Roy
Finding the right balance with your screen time
Priyadharshan Selvaraj Prabakaran, Staff Writer • March 12, 2025


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