• Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts Band High School Concert and Sight Reading UIL Region 31 competitions on Monday and Tuesday.
  • Vivace! performs “Lose Control” at the CHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Friday.
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The Coppell City Council recognized local volunteers at Tuesday’s meeting. Mayor Wes Mays proclaimed April 2025 as Volunteer Month.
Council declares April as Volunteer Month
Tanishka Kale, Staff Photographer • April 10, 2025

On Tuesday night, Coppell Mayor Wes Mays officially declared April 2025 as Volunteer Month, commending the community members who donate their...

Smart City Board member Joe Mecca discusses how future demographics of Coppell will affect city planning. On Monday, the Smart City Board presented ideas for how artificial intelligence could be incorporated into developing smart city initiatives. Photo by: Hamza Zakir
Smart City Board eyes AI, youth engagement to shape Vision 2040
Prisha Hooda, Staff Photographer • April 9, 2025
Coppell High School astronomy teacher Angela Barnes demonstrates yoga positions to CHS and New Tech High @ Coppell seniors in the small gym. Seniors participated in Adulting Day on Thursday, led by community and Coppell ISD staff members. Photo by Emmalee Jittasupo
Adulting Day preparing seniors for fresh start
Meghana Linga, Staff Photographer • April 8, 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: 4/7-4/13
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • April 7, 2025
Coppell High School principal Laura Springer receives the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriotic Employer Award presented by retired Col. James Hogan, vice president of ESGR Texas. Springer and other CISD staff members received the award due to exemplary leadership and community building. Photo by Maanav Subramanian
District receives ESGR Pro Patriot Freedom award for exemplary performance
Katie Park, Staff Writer • April 1, 2025
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Sports
On March 6, athletes from various schools competed in the Coppell Relays at Buddy Echols Field. Recent incidents have increased the need for vigilance at school sporting events. Photo by Isabella Callegaro Santos
Teenage belligerence causes real harm
Akshaya Ashokanand, Staff Writer • April 11, 2025

On April 2, Frisco Memorial High School student Austin Metcalf was fatally stabbed by Frisco Centennial High School student Karmelo Anthony at...

Veteran coaches in all corners with challenges and positives. As spring sports progress, Coppell coaches are trying to connect with the community and improve teams to make names for themselves. Graphic by Reece Murry
Spring sports reign as coaches seek strong finishes
Namir Awan, Sports Editor • April 11, 2025
Cowgirls senior center Jaden Warren bats against Lewisville in the second inning at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Lewisville, 15-0.
Bringing the heat: Cowgirls dominate, enforces mercy rule on Farmers
Brody Sever, Photographer • April 11, 2025
A look back and forward into March Madness
A look back and forward into March Madness
Sully Kessler and Rhea Chowdhary • April 11, 2025
Opinions
The Coppell High School parking lot has few cars before school starts, but it quickly fills with students and their vehicles. The Sidekick staff writer Aarnav Yarlagadda thinks CHS students could benefit from an improved traffic system with student volunteering, police guidance and staggered dismissal time.
Student pick-up needs a revamp
Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer • April 10, 2025

What am I doing here? The question echoed in my head as I sat, stationary, in the Coppell High School parking lot at 4:32 PM. Ten minutes...

Books have different genres specialized to anyone's liking and to make them enjoy reading more. The Sidekick staff writer Gia Ajani thinks reading books expands young students' minds and exposes them to different worlds beyond our own, building stronger leaders for the future. Photo Illustration by Vidya Praveen
Turning the page: Bring back the joy in reading
Gia Ajani, Staff Writer • April 10, 2025
The Pledge of Allegiance has become routine for many Coppell High School students. The Sidekick staff writer Ayaan Haque thinks students have lost interest in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance due to the lack of understanding of its meaning. Photo by Siri Kondabathini
To pledge or not to pledge: Students need to give 2:25 p.m. more thought
Ayaan Haque, Staff Writer • April 10, 2025
Vandalism is becoming an increasingly prevalent issue in the Coppell community. The Sidekick Editorial Board thinks students should have more respect and integrity with the resources and spaces available to us. Editorial cartoon by Minori Kunte
Staff Editorial: Ongoing vandalism presenting issues for district, community
Editorial Board • April 1, 2025
Student Life
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

Faculty Focus is a student life series featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department each week. Coppell High School...

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
Coppell theater director Glenn Price stitches costumes for the upcoming production “The Hiding Place.” Price aims to create a comfortable space for his students while teaching them to see other perspectives.
Faculty Focus: Price galvanizing students’ mindsets through theater
Sujeeth Karedla, Staff Writer • March 25, 2025
CHS9
CHS9 technical theater lighting operator Priya Sharma sets up for “Wild Bunch of Women” in the dome on Monday. CHS9 theater will present its One-Act play of “Wild Bunch of Women” in the dome Wednesday and Thursday.
“Wild Bunch Women” bringing night of empowerment, entertainment
Hannah Vipin, Staff Photographer • April 10, 2025

With smoking guns in hand, the CHS9 theater department delivers the Wild West with its upcoming production of “The Wild Bunch Women” by Nelly...

CHS9 technical theater director Colin Thomas is passionate about teaching his students the essentials of technical theater. Thomas uses creative hands-on projects to engage his students in class.
Stage set by Thomas: Creativity, innovation
Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer • April 10, 2025
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
CHS9 HOSA president Vidhisha Paleti answers a question from a member about registering for volunteer opportunities during a HOSA meeting on March 12. Paleti draws from her passion for healthcare advocacy to promote student service in HOSA. Photo by Manasa Borra.
Paleti destigmatizing menstrual health with Period Project
Riya Suresh, Staff Writer • March 31, 2025
Arts & Entertainment
Sunrise on the Reaping is the second highly anticipated prequel to The Hunger Games trilogy released March 18. The Sidekick staff writer Ainsley Dwyer shares how the installment brings new knowledge to the character of Haymitch Abernathy but fails to evoke the emotion Collins seeks.
“Sunrise on the Reaping” brings rewarding but inessential depth to series
Ainsley Dwyer, Staff writer • April 11, 2025

Since its announcement on June 6, fans of the highly-praised teen dystopian trilogy The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins have been anticipating...

Disney’s live-action adaptation of Snow White released in theaters March 21, based on the original 1937 animated film. The Sidekick staff writer Neha Nathwani discusses how the film left her underwhelmed. Graphic by Elizabeth De Santiago
Snow White live action forgets the magic in the mirror
Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer • April 10, 2025
Coppell High School junior Georgia Reynolds’s colorful attire reflects the creativity she brings to every production in the CHS theater. Reynolds qualified for the State UIL Theatrical Competition after competing in marketing by creating posters, social media campaigns and more.
Reynolds leading from behind the curtains
Tanishka Kale, Staff Photographer • April 10, 2025
Expressing cultures through Heritage Night
Expressing cultures through Heritage Night
Isabella Callegaro Santos and Gia Mukund • April 9, 2025
Lifestyle & Wellness
As Coppell High School seniors go to college, CHS9 editor Anvita Bondada recommends bringing a BRITA water filter, a quality backpack, extension cord, first aid kit and vacuum. Preparing for dorm life involves packing essentials to ensure comfort and convenience for new college students.
Moving without mayhem
Anvita Bondada, CHS9 Editor • April 9, 2025

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
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


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Ani Ly, Designer • April 11, 2025
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“I can’t see myself going any other direction”

After 35 years in education, Hunt announces retirement

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Cowgirls strike past midnight in OT effort to advance to regional semifinals

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Superintendent Brad Hunt's Retirement
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