• Coppell girls soccer became Class 6A Division I state champions on Saturday.
  • Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts its Top 5% Recognition Ceremony at the CHS Auditorium at 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
  • CHS hosts Red/Gold lunch on Thursday.
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Cottonwood Creek Elementary School Principal Dr. Andra Penn has a collection of vintage items in her office given to her by students and staff over the years. Dr. Penny has held her position since the school’s opening in 1996.
Penny coining a lasting legacy (with video)
Anvita Bondada, CHS9 Editor • April 18, 2025

It is the last day of school, and Cottonwood Creek Elementary School Principal Dr. Andra Penny has a resolution: clean out her office.  Filled...

Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announced his retirement on April 3, effective at the end of the school year. The decision of naming a new superintendent will cause changes to the entirety of Coppell, bringing uncertainty to the future of the district. Photo by Maddy Park
Board to discuss superintendent replacement for upcoming school year
Katie Park, Staff Writer • April 15, 2025
Coppell deputy city manager Lent Collins and director of strategic financial engagement Kim Tiehen discuss residents’ feedback on the pillar five goals about creating business and innovation nodes on Thursday at Cozby Library and Community Commons. City leadership held a budget town hall to share their 2040 Vision for the future of Coppell, containing seven pillars and address residents’ questions.
Residents offer feedback for fiscal priorities at town hall
Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer • April 14, 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: 4/14-4/20
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • April 14, 2025
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
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Sports
Coppell softball coach Emily Witt addresses her team following its final home game of the season at CISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. The Cowgirls lost, 7-0. To Flower Mound in District 5-6A play.
Senior Night adds additional emotion to softball team’s loss to Flower Mound
Cato Ware, Staff Writer • April 17, 2025

On Tuesday night the Coppell softball team (16-12-1, and 6-7 in District 5-6A)  lost, 7-0, to Flower Mound (17-7-1, and 11-2 in District). Coppell...

Coppell junior wrestler Xandor Estes holds down his opponent as they vye for third place during the Spring Jam youth-league tournament on Saturday at Coppell High School Field House. Estes claimed fourth place as a final reward.
Annual Spring Jam tosses wrestlers into fundraiser
Riya Prasad, Staff Writer • April 15, 2025
Coppell senior Jacoby Coleman passes the baton to Coppell junior Brandon Veail during the varsity boys 4x100-meter relay at Buddy Echols Field during the Coppell Relays on March 6. The boys and girls Coppell track and field programs advanced to the Class 6A Region I area meet after winning the District 5-6A championship. Photo by Isabella Callegaros Santos.
Track and field hoists district gold
Reece Murry, Staff Writer • April 14, 2025
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
Opinions
In the state of Texas, students are required to attend school from ages 6 to 19. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally thinks, following the current laws, school attendance should be mandatory. Graphic by Yoshita Sanivarpu.
Classrooms teaching lessons beyond the whiteboard
Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer • April 16, 2025

The door is right there. I could just walk out and never come back to school. Nothing is stopping me, right?  Wrong. Compulsory education...

The Coppell High School parking lot unloads with student drivers and parents after school, causing congestion in the student pick-up system. 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. Photo illustration by Aarnav Yarlagadda
Student pick-up needs a revamp
Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer • April 10, 2025
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
Student Life
Coppell High School government teacher Aaron Bunten shares his passion for civic responsibilities so his students can understand their role in the government. Bunten aims for his students to be more involved in civil engagement.
Faculty Focus: Bunten inspiring civic engagement through government education
Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer • April 14, 2025

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

Denton Creek Elementary School was the 10th elementary school to open in Coppell and has been around for 18 years. Despite some changes being made this summer, the school remains deeply rooted in its long-standing traditions and events.
School of the Week: Timeless traditions rooted within new look
Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle & Wellness Editor • April 10, 2025
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
CHS9
CHS9 students Gemma Sharma, Snigdha Koti, Jiya Desai, Medha Engala and Samyutha Ponangi rehearse “The Wild Bunch Women” in the Dome on April 2. CHS9 theater presented its UIL One-Act Play “The Wild Bunch Women” on Wednesday and Thursday.
“The Wild Bunch Women” brings sentiment, action to CHS9 stage
Hannah Vipin, Staff Photographer • April 18, 2025

The stomping of hooves and the call of the Wild West went through the CHS9 Dome on Wednesday and Thursday as the Coppell High School Ninth Grade...

CHS9 Theatre wildin’ behind “The Wild Bunch Women”
CHS9 Theatre wildin’ behind “The Wild Bunch Women”
Neha Nathwani and Wendy Le • April 17, 2025
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
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
Arts & Entertainment
Photography overlooked as an art form
Photography overlooked as an art form
Dayami Granados, Staff Photographer • April 18, 2025

I walked into my photography class at the beginning of this year filled with curiosity, eager to take memorable and notable photos with the...

A Minecraft Movie, released April 4, is a live-action adaptation based on the original 2009 game. The Sidekick staff photographer Brody Sever shares the various creative aspects that fostered a connection between viewer and the fantasy world.
A Minecraft Movie crafts comedy, fantasy into fun flick
Brody Sever, Staff Photographer • April 17, 2025
Vivace! performs “You Need to Calm Down” by Taylor Swift for its spring show “Lose Control” in Coppell High School Auditorium. This concert features various pop songs performed alongside Coppell Middle Schools East, West and North.
Vivace! energizes audience with “Lose Control”
Aashi Panchal, Staff Writer • April 16, 2025
Coppell High School senior Sophie Casewell, playing Corrie Ten Boom, speaks about the importance of holding onto hope during dark times in CHS varsity theater’s One-Act Play of “The Hiding Place.” Caswell plans to pursue acting and directing at Savannah College of Art and Design in the fall. Photo by Greeshma Marathu
Triumphing stage with Caswell’s theatrical confidence
Katie Park, Staff Writer • April 15, 2025
Lifestyle & Wellness
Students often tend to lack motivation to stay productive in the last nine weeks of the school year. Staff writer Hiral Patel details the importance of staying motivated throughout the entire year. Graphic by Ahana Roy
Locking in as end of year approaching not excuse to slack off
Hiral Patel, Staff Writer • April 15, 2025

The first day back from spring break, the sun was shining, birds were chirping and I woke up ready to do…nothing. Nada. Zilch. One of the...

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


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