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Asian beauty standards are a great misconception in Asian society. The Sidekick staff writer Katie Parks column addresses the negative effects of stereotypical standards and explores the nature of beauty that can be found in everyone.

Asian beauty standards causing more harm than good • 3096 Views

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Many high school students struggle with maintaining healthy habits due to overworking and bad time management. The Sidekick staff writer Aliza Abidi explains why romanticizing detrimental behavior can be harmful.

The unhealthy normalization of overworking • 1980 Views

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The fentanyl crisis recently leaked into educational spaces. Coppell High School student resource officers are now training in the use of Narcan, a drug utilized to aid in opioid overdose, in order to protect students from fentanyl and other drug-related crises.

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Coppell High School junior Ananya Kella was reported missing on Monday evening. Coppell ISD, Coppell Police Department and Irving Police Department are working together to locate Kella who was last seen exiting CHS at 5:15 p.m.

Updated: Missing CHS junior Ananya Kella found safe • 1440 Views

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Halloween is most recognizable for the fun costumes people wear to celebrate it; however, it is important to recognize that some outfits are not costumes and should not be worn as such. The Sidekick executive editorial page editor Manasa Mohan thinks people should consider the negative effects their Halloween costumes might have on specific groups of people.

Drawing the line between costumes and cultural appropriation • 1341 Views

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Food Review: Dulce Taqueria (video)

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Ainsley Dwyer and Wendy Le
April 19, 2024

The Sidekick entertainment editor Ainsley Dwyer and podcast producer Wendy Le rate the tacos as well as the rice and beans from Dulce Taqueria, a family-owned restaurant located in the Speedy K-Mart off of Moore Road and E. Sandy Lake Road. The restaurant is a popular, yet under the radar, Coppell staple for residents and an authentic taste of Mexican food brought to the people of Coppell.

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“Avatar: The Last Airbender” is a beloved and nostalgic show for many. It has recently been adapted into a live-action format on Netflix, promoting mixed opinions from fans. The Sidekick staff writer Taylor Pham reviews the live-action series and shares her thoughts. Graphic by Kavya Lokhande
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The Sidekick staff writer Marli Field reviews the recently released Bob Marley biopic, One Love, which debuted in theaters internationally on Feb. 14. Field encourages readers to discover the deeper truths of the singer’s music through this film. Photo by Medha Kanamarlapudi.
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Mean Girls released in theaters on Jan. 12 and has garnered a fair share of criticism due to its perceived lack of accuracy to the 2018 broadway musical adaptation. The Sidekick entertainment editor Ainsley Dwyer thinks the movie’s positives outweigh its flaws and makes for a fun adaptation for fans of musical theater and Mean Girls (2004).
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Coppell High School sophomore Kaitlyn Tapia qualified for the Tournament of Champions, held this month at the University of Kentucky. Tapia has been involved in competitive debate for the past seven years.
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About the Contributors
Ainsley Dwyer
Ainsley Dwyer, Entertainment Editor
Ainsley Dwyer is a junior and the entertainment editor of The Sidekick. In her free time, you can find her hanging out with her friends, listening to dad music, watching her favorite movies, or hanging out with her dogs. She is a raging thespian and will sing showtunes at any given moment if it pops into her mind. You can email her at [email protected].
Wendy Le
Wendy Le, Podcast Producer
Wendy Le is a junior and the podcast producer of The Sidekick. Through The Sidekick, she found her passion in photography and podcasting. In her free time, she enjoys scrolling through Pinterest, capturing mundane moments on camera and spending time with her friends and family.  When feeling burnt out, Le recharges her social battery by sitting in her bed and relaxing throughout the day. Listening to Lana Del Rey, specifically her Lust for Life album, helps bring a sense of peacefulness to her day. You can contact her at [email protected].

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