Coppell Student Media

News
Finding our footing
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor | November 4, 2024
Editorial
Staff Editorial: Silent no more
Editorial Board | November 4, 2024
Letter from the Editor
Letter from the editor: Finding solace in familiarity of the past
Sukirtha Muthiah, Executive Editor-in-Chief | November 1, 2024
Teacher of the Issue
Spreading positivity, one page at a time
Naila Ali, Staff Writer | October 31, 2024

News

FOARD explains the importance of modernizing the retirement housing in the Coppell Life Safety Park at the Smart City Board meeting on Oct. 24. Each board member shared the improvements they have made since the last meeting. Photo by Maanav Subramanian

Smart city board sheds light on future plans for youth, adults

Saanvi Singh, Staff Writer • November 6, 2024

The City of Coppell held a joint board meeting for the members of Planning & Zoning, F.O.A.R.D. Task Force, and Smart City Board on Oct....

Voting in the election

Nyah Rama and Sahasra Chakilam • November 4, 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: 11/4-11/10

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • November 4, 2024

Political candidates voting guide

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer • October 31, 2024

Coppell High School students eat during A Lunch. This Tuesday, students with perfect attendance will buy their meals from local restaurants during “Purple Lunch”.

Purple Lunch newest addition to off-campus lunches

Ayaan Haque, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

Photo Galleries

Choir steals show at fall concert
Leana Paradis, Staff Photographer | November 6, 2024
Fall Festival uplifts community’s Halloween spirit
Dayami Granados, Staff Photographer | November 4, 2024
Residents Flick or Treat at Andy Brown Park
By Karen Mascarenhas, Staff photographer | October 30, 2024
From black holes to zodiac signs: Astro Party captivates community
Prisha Hooda, staff photographer | October 30, 2024
CHS9 theater showcases spooky show of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
Prajna Boddeti, Staff Photographer | October 30, 2024
Snapshots state fair in full swing
Sujeeth Karedla, Staff Writer | October 28, 2024

Sports

Coppell sophomore defensive specialist Hailey Chew serves against Allen on Tuesday at Walnut Grove High School Arena. The Cowgirls lost to the Eagles in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs, 25-21, 25-15, 26-24. Photo by Vibha Viswanath

Season ends with bi-district defeat to Allen

Sukirtha Muthiah, Executive Editor-in-Chief • November 6, 2024

PROSPER - It is the third set and the Coppell volleyball team is at set point, leading by three. After losing the first two sets to Allen, the...

Coppell senior quarterback Edward Griffin stiff arms Flower Mound junior safety Corbin Ridenour on Friday at Neal E. Wilson Jaguar Stadium. The Cowboys defeated the Jaguars, 42-14. Photo by Kayla Nguyen

District champions reign again

Namir Awan, Sports Editor • November 4, 2024

Coppell senior Bryson Patten kicks off after a touchdown against Denton Braswell on Oct. 25 at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys play Flower Mound on Friday as they look to secure the District 5-6A championship. Photo by Caitlyn Concepcion

District Championship in reach as Cowboys head to Flower Mound

Namir Awan, Sports Editor • November 1, 2024

Coppell senior setter Carolina Ufret sets a kill attempt against Denton Braswell on Sept. 27 at CHS Arena. In September, Ufret committed to play at Emory University. Photo by Nyah Rama

One more ride: Ufret sets sights on Emory

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor • October 29, 2024

Opinions

The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama urges voters and citizens to remain focused on uniting the country, regardless of who is elected. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 presidential election. Photo by Manasa Berra

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: The way forward

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor • November 5, 2024

When I started this series a month ago, I knew very clearly what I wanted my last message to be. Not one of anger or pessimism. Not some...

The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks voters should not focus on unconfirmed propaganda in the final days to the 2024 presidential election. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the election. Photo by Manasa Borra

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Let’s stop talking about Project 2025

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor • November 4, 2024

One person, One vote: ending the Electoral College

Anushka Joshi, Staff Writer • November 4, 2024

The Sidekick staff writer Katie Park orders a spicy seafood tofu soup and grilled croaker fish at Sura Korean Bistro in Carrollton. Park is thankful for Korean food as it allows her to take comfort in her culture and embrace her heritage. Photo by Katie Park

Giving thanks: Korean food filling more than my stomach

Katie Park, Staff Writer • November 1, 2024

Student Life

Coppell High School seniors Best Buddies secretary Christian Reyes, president Esha Patel, social media manager Railey Mathine, vice president Rhea Chowdhary and sponsor Courtney Pope are the new leadership of the Best Buddies Club. Best Buddies brings together students with and without disabilities, offering them opportunities to connect with their community, build friendships and make new connections.

Best Buddies opening arms to new ventures

Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

In the bustling halls of Coppell High School, laughter and camaraderie fill the air as the Best Buddies Club works to foster a community of friendship....