• All CISD campuses are closed for students for a professional development day on Friday
  • Texas Senate candidate Stephanie Draper holds a rally at the Coppell Chamber of Commerce on Wednesday
  • HOSA runs a blood drive in the CHS Small Gym from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Tuesday
  • Coppell High School hosts Monday Mindfulness in the library at 8 a.m. on Monday
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News
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.
In the Know: 10/14-10/20
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • October 15, 2024

On Wednesday, the Coppell Chamber of Commerce hosts the State Fair of Texas Celebration at Frost at 12 p.m. at Coppell Financial Center. ...

Coppell Mayor Wes Mays awards members of nonprofit organization Pink Soles in Coppell with a certificate proclaiming October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Tuesday night, the Coppell City Council declared the month of October as Fire Prevention Month and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Council proclaims October Fire Prevention Month, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Sahasra Chakilam, Executive News Editor • October 9, 2024
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.
In the Know: 10/7-10/13
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • October 7, 2024
Megabus discontinued its Texas routes effective Aug. 16. This bus line was used by many Coppell High School students and graduates, who now seek new methods to commute. Photo courtesy Megabus.
Megabus discontinues operations in Texas
Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle & Wellness Editor • October 4, 2024
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) assistant special agent W. Guy Baker discusses the threats Fentanyl has on young adults. On Saturday, the Coppell Cozby Library and Community Commons hosted Fentanyl in Coppell, an informative meeting highlighting the dangers of drug abuse.
“A pill is not a very threatening thing”
Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024
Countdown to Election Day
Election Day
Photo Galleries
Sports
Coppell Youth Football Association breaks through banners prior to kickoff against Hebron at Buddy Echols Field on Sept. 27. CYFA emphasizes the importance of developing football skills and fosters teamwork and sportsmanship among young players.
Youth sprinting towards dream as future Cowboys
Naila Ali, Staff Writer • October 17, 2024

As fans walk through the tunnels on the home side of the Buddy Echols Field and take their seats, the horn blows as the Coppell football team...

Coppell senior running back O’Marion Mbakwe breaks through the banner prior to kickoff against Waxahachie at Stuart B. Lumpkins Stadium on Sept. 6. Mbakwe plays a significant role in the Cowboys’ offense, showcasing his work ethic on and off the field.
Running through hardships
Namir Awan, Sports Editor • October 15, 2024
Coppell senior running back O’Marion Mbakwe rushes past Little Elm’s defensive line at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The Cowboys defeated Little Elm, 59-14, to improve to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in District 5-6A.
First half offensive surge too much for Little Elm
Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor • October 13, 2024
Coppell junior Lexie Patton returns during a doubles match with Coppell freshman Palkin Gangwal against Plano East Jasmine Hart and Ella Perry on Tuesday at the Coppell Tennis Center. Coppell defeated Plano East, 11-3, in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.
Tennis advances with dominant performance
Vibha Viswanath, Photography Editor • October 10, 2024
Opinions
According to The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy, adults often assume that teens do not understand politics. Roy thinks teens are more involved in politics than adults realize.
Recognizing impact of youth in politics
Ahana Roy, Staff Designer • October 10, 2024

You’re just a kid! You wouldn’t even understand anything about politics! Wow, I’m surprised you know that. Do you even know what...

The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks Ohio Senator JD Vance’s performance in the 2024 vice presidential debate can improve the Republican Party’s political image. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 election.
Real Talk with Nyah Rama: JD Vance just did Republicans a huge favor
Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor • October 8, 2024
The vice presidential debate between Senator J.D. Vance and Governor Tim Walz was broadcasted by CBS News on Oct. 1. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir thinks the vice presidential debate is indicative of a more intellectual and respectful future for American politics.
Vice presidential 2024 debate recap: Respect in America
Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer • October 8, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama has experience in being seen as “different.” She advocates for students to embrace their quirky personality traits rather than follow societal expectations.
Antonym of elegance
Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor • October 7, 2024
Student Life
Coppell High School chemistry teacher Jeff West found his passion for teaching his colleagues back when he was a chemist in Wisconsin. West said he enjoys when students begin to understand the topic and the look it brings to their face.
West embarks on chemistry teaching journey
Nidhi Medicharla, Staff Photographer • October 17, 2024

As students walk into room C104, they see the typical classroom furnishings such as desks, chairs and tools. Yet, what's in the room is not all...

Coppell High School Honors Algebra II teacher Hanna Treece wears her overalls on Sept. 27 to show homecoming spirit. Trecce embraces Coppell spirit and connects with students.
Faculty Focus: Treece’s expressive mindset fueling her teaching style
Jay Vernekar, Staff Writer • October 17, 2024
Coppell High School AP English III teacher Linda Moore works with junior Fakiha Tariq on her process paper assignment. Moore has more than 30 years of teaching experience at CHS and fosters a supportive environment of growth and passion for English.
Faculty Focus: Moore’s decades of experience sparking AP English interest
Emmalee Jittasupo, Staff Writer • October 15, 2024
Coppell High School AP World History teacher Conner Blake holds an artifact that represents his classroom. Blake’s passion for teaching stems from his eighth grade U.S. History teacher as he hopes to make a difference in his students’ lives.
Faculty Focus: Blake committed to inspiring, empowering lifelong learners
Zainab Mohammed, Staff Writer • October 8, 2024
Arts & Entertainment
Ethnique Performing Arts director Erem Khan teaches her competitive dance class at the Frisco studio. Ethnique Performing Arts is a Bollywood dance company that recently expanded to Coppell.
Bollywood dance studio bringing its classes to The CORE
Jay Vernekar, Staff Writer • October 17, 2024

The sound of children tapping their feet in an energetic beat echoes in Ethnique Performing Arts’s Frisco dance studio as they mimic their...

The cast of CHS production “Our Town” performs the wedding of George Gibbs and Emily Webb scene. The Cowboy Theatre Company Main Stage Productions’ fall show “Our Town” ran in the CHS Auditorium from Sept. 19-21.
A glimpse into Grover’s Corners through “Our Town”
Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor • October 3, 2024
Author Raina Telgemeier thanks the crowd for attending her book signing event. Telgemeier held an hour-long career talk and book signing event at the Coppell Arts Center. Photo illustration by Safiya Azam.
Telgemeier brings community together through comics
Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer • September 30, 2024
Coppell head director Glenn Price and technical director Aaron Kays lead rehearsal of the Black Box Productions’s fall show “The Old Man and The Old Moon” on Thursday. Both directors are former Anna ISD teachers and were named Cowboy Theatre Company directors in May.
Spotlight shines on new theater directors
Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment Editor • September 20, 2024
CHS9
CHS9 Hopes for Homeless CEO Gargi Thakur and chief operating officer Saadhvi Thatipally explain a volunteering opportunity to members during a club meeting on Oct. 3. Hopes for Homeless, a new club at CHS9, seeks to make an impact on the community.
Hopes for Homeless club making profound impact
Neev Chickermane, Staff Writer • October 9, 2024

As you walk into room C105 at CHS9, you are greeted by the sound of students planning how they can help Coppell and its surrounding community. Hopes...

CHS9 student Manya Goyal plays the trumpet during a varsity marching band rehearsal on the band field on Sept. 17. Goyal was chosen for varsity marching band this year.
Finding her rhythm: Goyal’s journey to varsity band
Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer • October 1, 2024
CHS9 students Claire McSpadden and Dee Raibourn rehearse “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” in the Dome on Sept. 16. The show is set to be performed Oct. 24, 25, 26 at 7 p.m. in the CHS9 Dome.
Headless Horseman riding into Coppell: Freshmen bring “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” to life
Pranavi Ramineni, Staff Writer • September 27, 2024
CHS9 English Language Arts and Reading teacher Erin Begle greets parents and students as they arrive at Curriculum Night at the CHS9 campus. Monday’s Curriculum Night introduced parents to their student’s teachers and courses.
Parents experience day in the life of CHS9 students at Curriculum Night
Greeshma Marathu, Staff Writer • September 25, 2024
Lifestyle & Wellness
Social battery is a metaphor used to refer to our ability to socialize with other people prior to feeling drained. The Sidekick staff writer Ainsley Dwyer thinks it is normal to experience a lack of energy in social situations and explains how to recognize and address that feeling.
It is OK to not feel social
Ainsley Dwyer, Staff writer • October 9, 2024

At the beginning of the school year, I found myself struggling to socialize with the people around me. All I wanted to do was to be alone.  I...

As the first marking period concludes, students might wonder how to improve their grades. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally thinks finding the most effective learning style can maximize understanding and efficiency. Photo illustration by Minori Kunte and Pranavi Ramineni.
Cracking the code to learning: Students seek study methods for better grades
Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer • October 4, 2024
Teens often have difficulty focusing on tasks needing long-term attention, writes The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy. In this column, Roy shares ways to regain focus and increase attention spans.
Attention spans withering through screens
Ahana Roy, Staff Designer • September 27, 2024
Journaling aids in self discovery and positive well-being. The Sidekick staff writer Neha Nathwani uses journaling to work through complex emotions and document positive experiences.
Column: Finding my space between the lines
Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer • September 25, 2024
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Violet Hsueh, Staff Designer • October 10, 2024
Teacher of the Issue
Coppell High School AP United States Government and Politics teacher Michael Erickson has been teaching in Coppell ISD for the past 17 years. Erickson is The Sidekick’s October Teacher of the Issue.
Sparking discussions past textbook pages
Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor • September 25, 2024
On the Record
On the Record: Hart coding her way to Amazon
On the Record: Hart coding her way to Amazon
Anvita Bondada and Rhea Chowdhary • September 13, 2024
Real Talk Podcast
Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Kamala is brat and I am here for it
Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Kamala is brat and I am here for it
Nyah Rama and Rhea Chowdhary • October 15, 2024
Videos
Making Covet Cookies with Philip Fordjour
Wendy Le, Executive Social Media Editor • October 5, 2024
Staff’s Favorites of the Week

Story of the Week

Hopes for Homeless club making profound impact

Hopes for Homeless club making profound impact

Neev Chickermane


Photo of the Week

Homecoming crashers

Homecoming crashers

Kayla Nguyen


Design of the Week

Recognizing impact of youth in politics

Recognizing impact of youth in politics

Ani Ly


Post of the Week

Emotional meeting concludes with Board voting to consolidate Pinkerton
Wendy Le