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Tanya Raghu

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor

Tanya Raghu is a senior and third year staffer on The Sidekick. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching movies and traveling. She is an International Baccalaureate (IB) program diploma candidate and outside of school, she enjoys running and playing competitive soccer for the Dallas Texans.  She is also a Voices columnist for the Dallas Morning News. With comments and concerns, contact her @tanya_raghu or [email protected]

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[Photo] Best of Coppell 2018

April 23, 2018
Local Diner features breakfast and lunch classics and is located at 477 W. Bethel Road in the heart of Old Town Coppell. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

[Photo] Best Breakfast: Local Diner

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 23, 2018
Old Town Coppell was recently renovated to showcase the history and character of the city of Coppell and is located at 768 W. Main Street. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

[Photo] Best Photoshoot Location: Old Town Coppell

April 23, 2018
George Coffee + Provisions opened in summer 2017 and is located at the heart of Old Town Coppell at 462 Houston Street. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

[Photo] Best Old Town Hangout Spot: George Coffee + Provisions

April 23, 2018
Zenzero Bakery and Cafe is a popular bakery where lots of Coppell residents go to study, drink coffee and eat. It is located at 171 N Denton Tap Road in Coppell.

Interactive: Best locally owned shops to get a cup of coffee (Part 1 of 5)

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
April 11, 2018

[Video] Video: EOC testing takes place in large gym

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
April 10, 2018
Seniors Anna Wilcox and Lauren Granado, students in Coppell High School’s forensics science teacher Rebecca Wheatley’s class, participated in a Simulated Impaired Driving Experience (SIDE) today. This is the third year of the simulation which is presented in partnership with the Coppell Police Department.

On the Spot: Forensics classes experience effects of driving under influence of alcohol, drugs

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
April 3, 2018
Coppell High School senior Red Jackets Carson Maher and Gabby Mungo do a Red Jacket Q&A today during all lunches. Juniors were able to attend this metting to ask questions about the oppotunity they were given this year to be Red Jackets and what they liked the best about this privilege.

On the Spot: Red Jackets paving path for success by hosting Q&A sessions for self-improvement

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
February 28, 2018
In August, President Donald Trump’s administration’s announcement to investigate a 2015 complaint against Harvard University by 64 Asian-Americans reopened the debate about the role of race in college admissions. Especially with public institutions receiving tens of thousands of applications, specific information about race and extracurriculars on resumes are not verified by college admission officials.

Cutthroat race to university

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
February 27, 2018
Old Town Coppell is home to the farmers market, many businesses, Coppell residents and restaurants. The area has grown immensely since the 90s and Money by Time Magazine cited the planned development as an contributing factor to the city’s ranking as the eight best place to live.

Preserving the past

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
January 30, 2018
Monday is the last day to submit course requests online at Coppell High School. For the first time, the process will be done digitally through the home access center.

On the Spot: Campus 2018-19 course scheduling going digital

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
January 29, 2018
For many Coppell High School students over the age of 18, the midterm elections on Nov. 6 will be the first time they will be eligible to vote. AP US History teacher Diane de Waal and Coppell High School Kennedy Carver plan to vote in November’s election that will determine the House of Representatives, one third of the Senate, 36 governorships and many state legislature seats.

Students over 18 can fulfill voting civic duty on March 6 for first time

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
January 25, 2018
In Coppell, the number of reported sexual assault cases has only fluctuated slightly and remained low, ranging from one to nine cases per year. Sexual assault, abuse, and harassment cases have recently been brought to light by the #MeToo movement, encouraging women in sports, Hollywood and the workplace to speak up.

Impact of #MeToo movement trickles down from Hollywood, mainstream media (Part I)

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
January 23, 2018
Coppell High School police officer and Corporal Diane Patterson talks about the self defense program provided by the city to teenagers and adults alike who desire to learn to protect themselves in stressful situations. Having this class gives a chance for Coppell High School students to complete the program before going off to college.

On the Spot: CPD’s self defense class aims to protect senior girls

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
January 10, 2018
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[Photo] On the Spot: Following through with New Year’s resolutions

Lili Lomas
January 9, 2018
Finding value through pain

Finding value through pain

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
December 14, 2017
The Coppell Chamber of Commerce and Frost Bank hosted the eighth annual Taste of Coppell event last Sunday at the Four Points by Sheraton. Thirty-five restaurants and seven vendors participated in the event and the “Top Taste” award was given to Fast and Furious (F&F) Express Japanese Grill.

New venue Four Points hotel hosts 8th annual Chamber Taste of Coppell event

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
November 15, 2017
The Coppell Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its 8th annual Taste of Coppell event this Sunday at the Four Points by Sheraton from 4-7 p.m. Local restaurants, event sponsors and businesses will be in attendance, including last year’s Golden Fork winner, Frost Cupcakery; tickets to the event cost $35.

Sample best food of city at Sunday’s 8th annual taste of coppell event

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
November 11, 2017
On Friday, President Trump tweeted that all files relating to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy would be published for the public. This action was due to the President John F. Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act of 1992.

On the Spot: JFK assassination documents released 30 years after president’s death

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
October 30, 2017
Coppell High School students are encouraged to dress up in fun themes planned by SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) for Red Ribbon week which encourage teens to pursue a drug-free lifestyle. The dress up days will start on Monday.

On the Spot: CHS to celebrate Red Ribbon Week through dress up days

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
October 19, 2017
Coppell High School seniors Maya Joseph and Payton Kirk pose on Sept. 8 during the first pep rally of the year wearing their senior overalls. Senior overalls are worn during the school day before Friday night home football games and have been a tradition among schools in Texas.

Overalls tradition meant to be personal, rewarding experience

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
October 3, 2017
Lake Louise is located in Alberta, Canada and is fed by the glaciers that overlook the lake. While traveling also provides a vacation from the routines of daily life, it also serves as a means to become more globally aware and knowledgeable.

Traveling leads to stepping out of bubble, awareness

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
September 14, 2017
Diwali is an annual festival celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains throughout the world. A group of Coppell ISD parents started a petition advocating for Oct. 19, the day of the festival to be ruled a district-wide holiday.

Hindu community petitions for district-wide Diwali holiday

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
September 5, 2017
This year for the 2017-2018 school year at Coppell High School, freshmen, sophomores and juniors are required to take all or a few of their semester exams. Seniors qualify for exemptions for both the spring and fall semesters.

Exemption policy changes affect majority of student body

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
September 1, 2017
Coppell High School junior Bhoomika Kumar was recognized for being awarded the Emperor Science Award earlier this year. The Emperor Science Award is sponsored by Stand-up to Cancer and PBS learning community.

Board meeting features outstanding student, bus grievances, holiday petition, budget

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
August 30, 2017
On June 12, Eaton High School boys soccer coach James Balcom was named the new head boys soccer coach of Coppell High School. Balcom previously served as the junior varsity coach and assistant varsity coach for six year before leaving to Eaton High School. Photo courtesy Coppell Soccer.

Balcom named new Coppell boys soccer coach

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
June 16, 2017
Booster clubs are a means for many extracurriculars groups on the Coppell High School campus to be funded and cover many of the extra costs not allocated by the district’s budget. Many on-campus groups such as athletic teams, KCBY-TV and the STEM program have booster clubs to assist their programs.

Unconventional funding means for smaller student groups, simplification of funding methods (part 2)

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 25, 2017
Coppell High School junior KK Moe stretches out after lifting weights on Friday in the CHS weightroom. Last Monday Moe tied the CHS record for weightlifting at the Lift-a-thon.

Strength, sweat and Sperries: With support of teammates, Moe sets school squat record at annual football fundraiser

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 5, 2017
Former Coppell High School Principal Mary King died on April 24. Other than playing a key role in the establishment of CHS and construction of the new building, she also served as the principal of Pinkerton Elementary and CHS, a CTE teacher, assistant principal at CHS and director of high school services for TASSP. Photo courtesy Coppell ISD.

King passes away after leaving lifelong imprint on Coppell community, CHS campus

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 2, 2017
The Academic Recognition Banquet is annual event hosted by the Education Foundation that honors the Top 5 percent graduating senior students, along with a Coppell ISD teacher who has made the most positive impact on each student's academic career and life.

Anderson takes home prestigious CISD 2017 Secondary Teacher of the Year

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 1, 2017
This Saturday is the second annual Coppell Arts and Music festival organized by CHS juniors and seniors in the International Baccalaureate academic program. The event will feature live music, food trucks, raffles and many more activities in the Coppell Town Center Plaza from 1-5 pm. Graphic courtesy Lauren Harris.

Enjoy nature, food trucks, live music at Coppell Art & Music Festival to take place this Saturday

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 25, 2017
In addition to freshly made smoothies and juices, Smoothie Factory offers fitness supplements such as weight loss supplements, protein powder and energy bars. Congratulations to Smoothie Factory for being voted the best after school snack by The Sidekick in Coppell.

Smoothie Factory rises above others as delish, convenient, healthy alternative

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 25, 2017
Downtown Dallas is an ideal location for urban senior portraits featuring the skyline, liveliness of the city and modern architecture. Also close to Klyde Warren Park, historical landmarks and popular monuments, the city is a truly special place. Photo courtesy Srini Raghu.

Capture memories, high school experience or enjoy Dallas at five city locations (Part 1)

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 25, 2017
Heritage Night is an annual event that is put on by the Junior World Affairs Club of Coppell High School. This year’s event took place March 3 and attracted more than 300 people.

Unique array of clubs contribute to culture, student body, interests at Coppell High School

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 6, 2017
Cody Koontz, current Grapevine High School associate principal of academics, was announced the new principal of CHS9, the upcoming Coppell ninth grade center at last Tuesday's CISD Board Meeting. Kootz will officially fulfill his new role starting July 3. Photo courtesy Cody Koontz.

Q&A: Set apart by experience, personality, Koontz announced as new principal of CHS9

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 6, 2017
Coppell High School freshman utility player Chloe Barker bats on Friday night's game at the Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex. The Coppell girls softball team won, 15-0, over the Skyline Lady Raiders. Photo by Hannah Tucker.

Cowgirls prevail in abbreviated game with victory over Skyline to remain atop district standings

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
March 27, 2017
Coppell High School senior Amruta Deole surprises CHS IB Spanish teacher Creighton Hulse with an invitation to the Coppell Education Foundation Academic Recognition Banquet on Thursday. Seniors ranked in the top five percent were able to select one teacher who has impacted their learning to accompany them on April 25.

Top five percent graduates surprise teachers with invitation to excellence in education banquet (with video)

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
March 10, 2017
The Coppell High School Cowboys faced off the Lake Highlands Wildcats with a strong offensive attack despite giving up the first goal of the game. The Cowboys beat the Wildcats, 8-1 at Buddy Echols Field on Feb. 24.

Turman, Taylor dynamic duo help lead Cowboys to 8-1 victory over Wildcats

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 27, 2017
During flu season, it is important to stay healthy, keep away from illness and educate oneself on the influenza. Approximately 164 million school days are missed each year for students in kindergarten to 12th graders in the United States due to sickness.

Flu shot 48 percent effective rate this year leads to several Coppell High School absences

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 23, 2017
After Coppell High School junior midfielder Ty Runnels scored a goal, the Cowgirls celebrate the 4-0 lead against W.T. White at Buddy Echols Field. By the end of Friday night’s match, the Coppell Cowgirls claimed a 5-0 victory over the W.T. White Longhorns.

One game at a time: Cowgirls continue winning streak by dominating Lady Longhorns

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 6, 2017
Booster clubs are an integral part for extracurricular programs ranging from athletics, fine arts and academics at Coppell High School. The band has one of the largest booster clubs on campus, financially supporting over 300 student members.

Needs and numbers: The intricate process of booster club funding for athletics, band simplified (part 1)

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 2, 2017
Karen Dillard's College Prep is a standardized preparation center with locations in Coppell, Plano, Colleyville and Frisco. Many students of Coppell High School attend KD to prepare for their SAT, ACT, PSAT/NMSQT, college applications and SAT Subject Tests. Photo by Bren Fletchner.

The new normality of test prep: leveling the standardized testing playing field

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
January 25, 2017
Coppell High School algebra 2 teacher Ivan Rasch presents his keepsakes from his time living in Africa during fourth period on Wednesday. Rasch lived and taught in West Africa for twelve years previous to teaching at CHS.

Rasch brings multicultural perspective to classroom with experiences in Africa

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
November 12, 2016
Senior Jacob Nesbit signs to Arkansas for baseball on Nov. 9, National Signing Day, in the Coppell High School arena. Five CHS students signed their letters of intent to play baseball in college, nine students signing in total.

Years of embracing the grind pays off for nine CHS athletes

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
November 10, 2016
On Sunday, Nov. 6, approximately 500 attendees visited the seventh annual Taste of Coppell event held at the Coppell Senior and Community center. Visitors enjoyed savory, delicious food provided by over 30 local food and vendors .

Seventh annual Taste of Coppell does not fail to deliver delicious selection (with video)

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
November 9, 2016
Passionate, dedicated senior Manandhar establishes Soccer for Nepal organization

Passionate, dedicated senior Manandhar establishes Soccer for Nepal organization

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
October 26, 2016
On Oct. 15, the Coppell High School band competed in the Plano East Marching Invitational, tying with the Marcus High School band for second place. The band will be traveling to Pennington Field on Oct. 29 to compete for the UIL Area B 6A Area title.

Band ties with premier competitor Marcus at Plano East Invitational, wins sweepstakes at UIL event

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
October 25, 2016
Students in teacher Angela Barnes’ Astronomy and Earth and Space Science class interact with the classroom pet. Barnes’ class helps students to understand the present world and the transformation of the earth in the future.

Caring for the future, Barnes impacts students perspective of the world

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
October 8, 2016
Unique story behind Coppell’s newest independent coffeeshop; Liberation Coffee Co.

Unique story behind Coppell’s newest independent coffeeshop; Liberation Coffee Co.

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
September 23, 2016
Coppell High School health services teacher, Martha Eidelman, explains an introduction of an assignment to her health sciences class.

Nursing assistant certification program discontinues in public services endorsement

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
September 15, 2016
Ann Clark is an AP Art History, Digital Graphics and Art I teacher at Coppell High School. Previous to her teaching career, she worked as a graphic designer and photographer for major businesses, restaurants and companies.

Q&A: Snapshots from the past: Clark inspires from photography and graphics career

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 25, 2016
Kass helps spring blossom at Town Center Elementary with herb garden

Kass helps spring blossom at Town Center Elementary with herb garden

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 23, 2016
Photo courtesy Srini Raghu

The false notions about traveling to an Arab populated country

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
May 5, 2016
Rising to stardom; KCBY-TV garners local and national awards

Rising to stardom; KCBY-TV garners local and national awards

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 4, 2016
Bittersweet moment for recognized senior scholars, athletes at board meeting

Bittersweet moment for recognized senior scholars, athletes at board meeting

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
April 4, 2016
Coppell High School power couple; Mr. and Mrs. Caussey (Q&A)

Coppell High School power couple; Mr. and Mrs. Caussey (Q&A)

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
March 24, 2016
The Coppell Academic Decathlon studied for the state competition six days a week for three hours after school for two months leading up to the competition. The team travelled to Denton Feb. 27 and placed second place behind Highland Park. Photo courtesy Jessica Melville.

Coppell Academic Decathlon successful state run ends on high note

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
March 11, 2016
Local author Jane Harris publishes a novel called Riven, the first book of her trilogy, that reveals the truth behind mental illness and tries to help people that suffer from dissociative identity disorder. Harris’s unique novel gives you a perspective between fantasy and realistic fiction unlike most young adult novels.

Harris shines light on mental illnesses through book Riven

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
March 7, 2016
Tom Wolff holds a sign in support of Apple outside of the the Apple store in Santa Monica, Calif., on Tuesday, Feb. 23, 2016. Rallies were planned at Apple stores across the country to support the company's refusal to help the FBI access the cell phone of a gunman who took part in the killings of 14 people at the Inland Regional Center in San Bernardino. (Katie Falkenberg/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

Apple versus the U.S. government; a matter of protecting privacy

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 26, 2016
Photo courtesy Srini Raghu

Cultural appreciation or appropriation? The fine line between respecting and offending a culture

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 19, 2016
For your night out: entertainment districts in or near Dallas

For your night out: entertainment districts in or near Dallas

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 13, 2016
Valentine’s Day; the truth behind the holiday

Valentine’s Day; the truth behind the holiday

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 5, 2016
Upadhyayula’s rewarding spelling career comes to an end

Upadhyayula’s rewarding spelling career comes to an end

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
February 3, 2016
The helpful companion; wearable technology grows prevalent with students

The helpful companion; wearable technology grows prevalent with students

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
January 22, 2016
City Council members discuss future projects, awards for Coppell

City Council members discuss future projects, awards for Coppell

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
January 20, 2016
Igniting a passion for math by taking a look from a different perspective

Igniting a passion for math by taking a look from a different perspective

Tanya Raghu, Staff Writer
January 16, 2016
U.S. President Barack Obama announces he will keep 5,500 U.S. troops in Afghanistan when he leaves office in 2017 as U.S. Vice President Joe Biden looks on in the Roosevelt Room of the White House on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015. (Ron Sachs/Sipa USA/TNS)

Obama to keep troops in Afghanistan

Tanya Raghu
October 23, 2015
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