• Coppell High School hosts a pep rally on Friday at 10:30 a.m. in the CHS Arena.
  • St. Ann Catholic Parish hosts the annual St. Ann Carnival from Friday to Sunday.
  • The Cozby Library and Community Commons hosts game night on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.
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Coppell Student Media
The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media
The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media
News
Starting this school year, all Coppell ISD schools are accepting excuse notes online to increase state funding and processing efficiency. Coppell parents have three school days after their child’s absence to submit the online absence form.
District implementing new online absence forms
Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer • September 6, 2024

Last school year, 3,000 learners attended Coppell High School; with a 94% attendance rate, there were around 180 absences daily. According to...

Coppell ISD chief financial officer Diana Sircar explains the reasons for the Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election to attendees of the VATRE information session at Coppell Middle School North on Tuesday. The Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election is a referendum to increase the CISD Maintenance and Operations (M&O) tax rate by 3.17 pennies, generating an additional $2.4 million in funding for the district.
VATRE meeting brings meaning to voters
Rhea Chowdhary, Media Editor • September 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: 9/2-9/8
Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor • September 3, 2024
The number of students enrolled in third and fourth-year Language other than English (LOTE) classes have been decreasing in the past few years. LOTE teachers are concerned about the topic, urging students to continue pursuing a language. Photo by Katie Park.
Students increasingly opting out of advanced LOTE courses
Sofia Exposito, Staff Designer • August 30, 2024
Coppell High School hosted its annual Curriculum Night on Wednesday for the new school year. The event provided families with presentations and exchanges from teachers to learn about educational programs, teaching plans and new policies.
Curriculum Night connects families in compassionate community
Katie Park, Staff writer • August 29, 2024
Photo Galleries
Sports
Coppell senior wide receiver Tucker Cusano evades Waxahachie senior cornerback Elijah Thompson as he catches a touchdown at Stuart B. Lumpkins Stadium in Waxahachie on Friday. The Cowboys defeated the Indians, 28-27, in their first overtime game since October 2021.
Cowboys down Indians in first OT game in three years
Namir Awan, Sports Editor • September 7, 2024

WAXAHACHIE - The  Waxahachie Indians had the ball in the second possession of the first overtime as the Coppell football team was unable to...

Coppell senior quarterback Edward Griffin looks for an open receiver against the Sachse defense on Aug. 30 at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys defeated Sachse, 31-10 as the game featured recognition for seniors in football, cheer, sports medical team and a special 60th anniversary Lariettes performance throughout the night.
Let the games begin
Sabah Uddin, Wendy Le, and Sohana Singh • September 6, 2024
Coppell sophomore opposite hitter Brooke Felix spikes against Desoto on Tuesday at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Eagles, 25-21, 18-25, 25-19, 25-19, after a close match.
Cowgirls serve Senior Night victory
Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor • September 5, 2024
Coppell sophomore outside hitter Brooke Felix, junior defensive specialist Siena Cameron and junior middle blocker Katie Keith block against Nolan Catholic senior Trinity Foster on Friday at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Vikings, 3-2 (25-21, 25-27, 25-17, 19-25, 16-14). Photo by Pranavi Ramineni.
Cowgirls taste first success of season in tight match against Vikings
Nrithya Mahesh, Executive Managing Editor • August 31, 2024
Opinions
High school is a time for students to find their identity and make irreplaceable memories. Coppell senior and The Sidekick editorial page editor Aliza Abidi reflects on how her time in the program has given her resilience and determination in preparation for her future. Photo by Rhea Choudhary.
Senior column: From me to another you
Aliza Abidi, Editorial Page Editor • May 17, 2024

Dear future Aliza Abidi,  On your first day of high school, you had planned to write a letter to yourself to open when you became a senior....

Masculinity is one of many social factors that still remain ingrained in the minds of boys everywhere. However, some elements of masculinity have evolved into toxic beliefs, leading to the exhibition of socially hazardous behavior in boys. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir addresses how toxic masculinity negatively affects the behavior of boys at CHS and ways to reduce the regularity of said behavior.
Real men reject toxic masculinity
Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer • May 17, 2024
Despite the language barrier, one of The Sidekick staff writer Elizabeth De Santiago’s favorite genres of music is Japanese rap. The genre has helped De Santiago become more confident in herself and who she is. Photo Illustration by Aasritha Yanamala
Japanese rap motivates me beyond language barriers
Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer • May 16, 2024
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Sri Achanta discusses her growing interest in memoirs. Achanta applauds the connections she feels toward inspirational authors through their writings and reflects on what her own memoir would look like.
Letter from the editor: The final chapter
Sri Achanta, Executive Editor-in-Chief • May 16, 2024
Arts & Entertainment
Women in media are often thought to lack depth in character compared to their male counterparts. Staff photographer Sohana Singh thinks that women in the media are portrayed as if they can only be one thing due to misogynistic norms. Graphic by Ahana Roy.
One-dimensional female characters fall flat
Sohana Singh, Staff Photographer • September 5, 2024

Imagine a typical Hollywood heroine. Is she confident? Probably. Strong? In some manner or another, also probably. But what else? Women are...

Following hit singles “Espresso” and “Please Please Please,” rising pop star Sabrina Carpenter released her sixth studio album Short n’ Sweet. Staff writer Ainsley Dwyer delves into the album’s different sounds.
Carpenter brings emotion, fun to pop music with Short n’ Sweet
Ainsley Dwyer, Staff writer • September 4, 2024
Attendees of the annual Lariette Spaghetti Dinner receive their food from parent volunteers in the Coppell High School Commons on Friday. The Lariettes hosted their 35th annual Spaghetti dinner to kick off the high school football season and fundraise for their program.
Lariettes revisit past, look towards future during 35th annual Spaghetti Dinner
Maddy Park, Staff Photographer • September 1, 2024
Former Coppell High School Lariettes practice their routine music at CHS Main Gym on Saturday morning. The Lariettes are celebrating their 60th anniversary by hosting a special alumni weekend and performing alongside current Lariettes during Friday’s football game at Buddy Echols Field.
Traveling in time for Lariettes’ 60th anniversary celebrations
Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment Editor • August 27, 2024
Student Life
Coppell High School junior Harshvardhan Kumar, junior Ayaan Haque, senior Kyna Shah, senior Tanush Krishnamurthy, junior Aryaman Singh and senior Ashia Agarwal are members of the 2024-25 Model UN leadership team. Model UN is an organization where students act as delegates for the United Nations in order to learn about diplomacy and international relations.
2024-25 school year marks start of new Model U.N. chapter
Ahana Roy, Staff Designer • September 5, 2024

  If you are interested in international politics and diplomacy, Model United Nations (MUN) is the club to join, with each member...

Coppell High School forensics teacher Catherine Murphy aspires to spark inspiration in her students through hands-on activities. Murphy leaves a positive impact on those who step foot in her class.
Faculty Focus: Murphy shaping student futures through forensics
Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer • September 3, 2024
Coppell High School substitute coordinator Julie Wilson describes her role as ensuring the best match between substitute teachers and classroom needs. This is Wilson’s seventh year working at CHS and values appreciation from staff and students, making her job rewarding.
Faculty Focus: Wilson’s commitment to building a supportive substitute program
Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor • August 27, 2024
Coppell High School senior Brianna Henderson has accumulated more than 18,000 followers on TikTok (@brezyh). Henderson films fashion related content, posting curated style videos and brand sponsorships. Photo by Kayla Nguyen, Photo illustration by Sofia Exposito
Henderson stars on TikTok with a passion for fashion
Pranavi Ramineni, Staff Designer • May 17, 2024
CHS9
On Wednesday, Dr. Greg Axelson was announced as the new principal of CHS9, replacing Dr. Cody Koontz. Dr. Axelson previously served as the principal of CMS North for seven years. On Wednesday, Dr. Greg Axelson was announced as the new principal of CHS9, replacing Dr. Cody Koontz. Dr. Axelson previously served as the principal of CMS North for seven years. Photo courtesy Coppell ISD
Axelson named new principal at CHS9
Anvita Bondada, CHS9 Editor • June 21, 2024

On Wednesday morning, Dr. Greg Axelson was announced as the new principal of CHS9.  Dr. Axelson takes over the position from Dr. Cody Koontz,...

CHS9 students play a game of tug-of-war on the football field on Friday. CHS9 held its fourth annual Cowboy Fest to celebrate the end of the school year and boost school spirit.
Expanded Cowboy Fest brings festivity to freshmen
Anvita Bondada, Staff Writer • May 20, 2024
On May 13, CHS9 Principal Dr. Cody Koontz was named principal of Flower Mound Marcus High School. Koontz is the first and only principal of CHS9.
On to Marcus
Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor • May 19, 2024
Welcome to CHS9
Welcome to CHS9
Nyah Rama and Neha Nathwani • May 17, 2024
Lifestyle & Wellness
Coming back from summer break, productivity can be a struggle for students. Lifestyle and wellness editor Ishana Sharma thinks taking steps to build a schedule can help busy teens to find success.
Make the most of your time
Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle/Wellness Editor • August 28, 2024

After two months of sleeping until noon and snacking at odd times of the day, the time to get back into the school routine is here. For many,...

It is not uncommon for people to refer to perfectionism as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. What people don’t realize is the fact that OCD is not necessarily perfectionism, but a much more complex disorder. The Sidekick editorial page editor Aliza Abidi explains how these terms are rather far from being synonyms. Sohalia Reddy.
OCD isn’t a pretty title for perfectionism
Aliza Abidi, Editorial Page Editor • November 6, 2023
The strong inclination society has to perfectionism enables unhealthy habits and mindsets in people, according to staff writer Ishana Sharma. This especially affects high school students who go through many lengths to get as close to “perfect” as possible. Sohalia Reddy
Perfectionism hinders progress
Ishana Sharma, Staff Writer • October 12, 2023
A lot of high school students deal with overthinking and it is more widespread than you may think. The Sidekick staff writer Nyah Rama shares her personal experience with overthinking and offers potential ways to overcome the obstacles that come with it.
Inside the mind of an overthinker
Nyah Rama, Staff Writer • April 13, 2023
Newest Comic
Shoot your sHOT
Shoot your sHOT
Sofia Exposito, Staff Designer • September 6, 2024
Current Issue – Volume 35

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The Talk
THE TALK
The Talk: The Limitations on Field Trips at CHS
Anvita Bondada and Wendy Le • May 13, 2024
Videos
Business Spectacle: Valentine Premier Construction (Video)
Rhea Chowdhary and Vibha Viswanath • May 7, 2024
Staff’s Favorites of the Week

Story of the Week

Kirkland House celebrates 120th anniversary

Kirkland House celebrates 120th anniversary

Sofia Exposito


Photo of the Week

120 years of Kirkland House

120 years of Kirkland House

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Design of the Week

Make the most of your time

Make the most of your time

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Post of the Week

Photo of the Day
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