• Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts Band High School Concert and Sight Reading UIL Region 31 competitions on Monday and Tuesday.
  • Vivace! performs “Lose Control” at the CHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Friday.
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Elena Gillis

Elena Gillis, Graphic Design Editor

Elena Gillis is a senior and the graphic design editor for The Sidekick. She is an International Baccalaureate diploma candidate. She has an inexplicable love for Draco Malfoy and ampersands and can usually be found listening to Taylor Swift and petting cats. To contact, she can be found on Twitter at elenamg24 or email her at emg1851@g.coppellisd.com.

All content by Elena Gillis
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.

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

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
January 23, 2018
There are many reasons why one may make the change to a vegan lifestyle. Environmental concern, social influence, health, animal protection, religion and cost are predominant reasons in the vegan community, each at varying popularity.

[Photo] Lifestyle change alters perspective for two CHS seniors

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer
December 1, 2017
Google Assistant helps with common tasks in day-to-day life. It is available on all digital platforms.

[Photo] Google Assistant: A promising “Life” tool or not?

Andrés Bear, Staff Writer
November 30, 2017
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[Photo] You can’t miss these DFW events this fall season

Tara Ansari, Staff Writer
November 27, 2017
Halo Triton, contains between 3 and 24 mg/mL of nicotine.

[Photo] Blurred circumstances: From campus to company, consequences for vaping cross loose lines

Amelia Vanyo, Editor-In-Chief
November 9, 2017
This last summer, four albums were released: "Painted Ruins" by Grizzly Bear, "Freudian" by Daniel Caesar, "Flower Boy" by Tyler, The Creator and "SATURATION" by BROCKHAMPTON. Each album has a different sound and style.

[Photo] Sun-Baked Songs: A Summer Music Recap

Andrés Bear, Staff Writer
September 14, 2017
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[Photo] Changes to 2017-18 lunch menu to increase nutrition, health

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
September 8, 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.

[Photo] Exemption policy changes affect majority of student body

Tanya Raghu, Enterprise Editor
September 1, 2017
Staff writer Fiona Koshy shares her experiences living amongst both individualistic and collectivistic cultures. While both have their ups and downs, she finds that balancing the two has shaped who she is as a person.

[Photo] Being raised a collectivist in an individualistic society

Fiona Koshy, Staff Writer
April 4, 2017
Spring break is officially here and with it, comes the time to do all the things students have not had time for. From cleaning up your space to exploring a new area, there are so many things students should take the time to do this week.

[Photo] Spring has sprung: taking advantage of your break

Fiona Koshy, Staff Writer
March 12, 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

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

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017
Strong leaders have many characteristics including being open minded and insightful when making decisions, communicating clearly, caring for others, always thinking one step ahead and being passionate for their program. Red Jackets are a group that exemplify leadership at Coppell High School.

[Photo] Leadership is more than a title: common traits of student leaders at CHS

Akila Muthukumar, Staff Writer
March 5, 2017
Wi-Fi restrictions prove evident of larger problem

Wi-Fi restrictions prove evident of larger problem

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
Starbucks celebrates arrival of fall with new Chile Mocha Frappuccino

Starbucks celebrates arrival of fall with new Chile Mocha Frappuccino

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
September 23, 2016
The evolution of the English language

The evolution of the English language

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
May 31, 2016
Coppell High School junior Giuliana Vargas presents her artworks to principal Mike Jasso during the AP/IB art showcase on Thursday. Vargas’s chosen concentration was two-dimensional art.

AP/IB art students paint with a purpose at showcase

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
May 30, 2016
EarthFest to bring environmental awareness, spring fun

EarthFest to bring environmental awareness, spring fun

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
April 15, 2016
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Go bananas for vegan strawberry-banana waffles

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
March 22, 2016
Sia reclaims the stage with “This Is Acting”

Sia reclaims the stage with “This Is Acting”

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
March 8, 2016
Rowling brings magic to America

Rowling brings magic to America

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
March 8, 2016
Clarifying the confusion

Clarifying the confusion

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
March 1, 2016
Kelley revs up with “The Driver”

Kelley revs up with “The Driver”

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
March 1, 2016
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Platten releases new album with big intentions, falls short of her goal

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
January 27, 2016
Alan Rickman attends the BAFTA hosted A Life in Pictures with Alan Rickman event on April 15, 2015 in London. The actor has died from cancer at age 69, his family said on Jan. 14, 2016.

Harry Potter fans will remember Rickman always

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
January 20, 2016
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Local Diner named best breakfast in Coppell

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
January 8, 2016
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Cara knows it all with new album

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
December 24, 2015
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[Photo] 50 Years of Charlie

December 16, 2015
photo by Elena Gillis

Spice up the holidays with apple cider

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
November 30, 2015
Graphic by Rachel Buigas-Lopez

Sheeran surprises fans with alternate album “X (Wembley Edition)”

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
November 22, 2015
Swift’s performance fulfills fans' “Wildest Dreams”

Swift’s performance fulfills fans’ “Wildest Dreams”

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
October 20, 2015
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Adams’ 1989 sings a different tune

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
October 13, 2015
Q AND A: Dennis dresses the part for homecoming week

Q AND A: Dennis dresses the part for homecoming week

Elena Gillis, Staff Writer
September 14, 2015
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