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Briana Thomas

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer

Junior, Briana Thomas, is a South Asian writer whose stories are unfiltered outlets that voice her passions, opinions and beliefs. Briana is intrigued by culture, politics and is a lover of everything food. In addition to being a staff writer for The Sidekick, she has been practicing Indian Classical dance for over 13 years and continues to be mesmerized by its intricacy. Aside from her academic studies, she enjoys spending her time watching Parks and Recreation and Sherlock.

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Coppell High School senior Jessica Jun has 10 suggestions for students before their time comes to graduate from high school. Photo by Briana Thomas.

[Photo] 10 things to remember before you leave Coppell High School

Jessica Jun, Staff Writer
May 26, 2017
Coppell High School senior Briana Thomas appreciates the importance of arts in her growth, and encourages future generations of students to embrace, not devalue, artistic abilities.

A letter to the creative: your art has never made you empty

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
May 26, 2017
A reflection on fleeting emotion; the struggle of converting empathy into action

A reflection on fleeting emotion; the struggle of converting empathy into action

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
May 12, 2017

An option of allegiance: increasing indifference for pledge signifies changing student body, redefining of patriotism

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
March 25, 2017
The 89th annual Oscars was held on Feb. 26 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood to honor and celebrate the best films of 2016. This year’s Academy Awards uniquely awarded a variety of actors, actresses and writers of color, embracing and promoting diversity in the film industry. Graphic by Elena Gillis

Are the Oscars still #SoWhite? A look at the progress diversity made this year

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017
Coppell High School senior Briana Thomas visits local flower shop in Coppell. Thomas contemplates how to practice self love on Valentine’s Day, while shopping for flowers and chocolate on Feb. 14, Valentine’s Day.

Celebrating self love on Valentine’s Day

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
February 15, 2017
Coppell resident Nicolas Garcia plays a jazz song on the clarinet while his daughter dances yesterday night at the Coppell Library. The Library will be hosting open mic nights the second Wednesday of every month.

Coppell Public Library brings arts, community together at Open Mic event

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
February 11, 2017
Marine mammals have been subjected to captivity by Marine Mammal Parks for years. Tilikum, a Killer Whale, performer at SeaWorld and victim to such cruel captivity died Jan.6, raising awareness for other whales.

In death Killer Whale Tilikum finds freedom, raising awareness for whales in captivity

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
January 31, 2017
Valuable role of friendship in mental health journey (Part 2 of 2)

Valuable role of friendship in mental health journey (Part 2 of 2)

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
January 4, 2017
Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Coppell

‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas’ in Coppell

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
December 9, 2016
Pakistan meets America: Q&A with Soha Asif

Pakistan meets America: Q&A with Soha Asif

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
December 8, 2016
Unfortunate definition of success in society

Unfortunate definition of success in society

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
November 11, 2016
Hidden dynamics of presidential debate

Hidden dynamics of presidential debate

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
October 28, 2016
2 Beliefs, 1 Nation

2 Beliefs, 1 Nation

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
October 13, 2016
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[Photo] 2 Beliefs, 1 Nation

Meha Srivastav, Co-Social Media Manager
October 13, 2016
Coppell High School senior Daniel Kim ends the opening routine for the musical “42nd Street” during the Coppell High School Theatre Department Silent Auction and Dinner Revue on Saturday evening in the CHS commons. “42nd Street” is the fall musical the theatre department will be performing from Oct. 29 to Nov. 6.

Theatre students take the stage at silent auction and revue

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
September 28, 2016
Past President Mary Miller, Vice President Sheridan Miller and President Cole Cloutier hosted theaters silent auction dinner and revue in the cafeteria.

Passion, food and fun at theatre department silent auction and revue

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
September 23, 2016
Coppell High School junior quarterback Brady McBride salutes the American flag. Standing up and respecting our flag is important, we should be proud of our country and show some respect towards it, McBride said.

Personal expression vs. patriotism

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Students of C235, Stand with Malala

Students of C235, “Stand with Malala”

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
May 20, 2016
Hijab or no hijab, her very own flag of freedom: Islam

Hijab or no hijab, her very own flag of freedom: Islam

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
May 13, 2016
Mediterranean culture in Coppell

Mediterranean culture in Coppell

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
April 29, 2016
Coppell Arts and Music Festival: Inspiration on Town Center Boulevard

Coppell Arts and Music Festival: Inspiration on Town Center Boulevard

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
April 6, 2016
Anatomy & physiology senior students Ashley Bartlett and Nathan Ballard give a presentation about methamphetamine on Tuesday. Stefanie Clarke’s class is currently learning about how different drugs affect your nervous system.

Brain on drugs: Students explore a new neurological dimension

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
February 24, 2016
Coppell High School lead counselor Debbie Fruithandler meets with Coppell High School junior Swetha Venigandla to talk about important dates and deadlines for future Dance to Make a Difference club meetings. Fruithandler is the counselor for those with last names starting with V-Z and in the sophomore, junior, or senior class.

CHS Counselors ease the stress of a new semester (with Q&A)

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
February 9, 2016
The dangerous art of social pressure, and social validation practiced within the digital realm

The dangerous art of social pressure, and social validation practiced within the digital realm

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
January 25, 2016
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