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The official student news site of Coppell High School

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Nishant Medicharla

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager

Nishant Medicharla is a senior and Business Manager for The Sidekick. When he is not writing, he enjoys binge watching new TV shows, reading coming-of-age teenager books and hanging out with friends. With questions, comments or concerns, contact him at [email protected] or @nishantnm1 on Twitter. 

All content by Nishant Medicharla
Page Design

Page Design

Sally Parampottil, Karen Lu, Sydney Rowe, and Nishant Medicharla
May 15, 2020
Dance

Dance

Shivi Sharma, Nishant Medicharla, Shravya Mahesh, Tracy Tran, and Victoria Hertel
May 15, 2020
Opening Ceremony

Opening Ceremony

Alishba Javaid, Sally Parampottil, Victoria Hertel, Shivi Sharma, Trisha Atluri, Shravya Mahesh, Tracy Tran, Blanche Harris, Nishant Medicharla, Avani Kashyap, Angela Yuan, Andrés Bear, Karen Lu, Samantha Freeman, Pranati Kandi, and Nicholas Pranske
May 15, 2020
Students entering high school often have ideas about what they desire to do regarding their education in the future, but one's future is never guaranteed. The Sidekick business manager Nishant Medicharla discusses how underclassmen in high school should not be afraid of change and instead learn to embrace it.

A letter to my past self: Life won’t always go to plan – and that’s completely OK

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
May 15, 2020
The Penny Podcast - Episode #048 (Senior Special)

[Video] The Penny Podcast – Episode #048 (Senior Special)

May 5, 2020
Students from Coppell High School’s class of 2019 dance at prom at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The Sidekick business manager Nishant Medicharla discusses that even though this year’s prom has been canceled due to the coronavirus, the class of 2020 may have gained an invaluable lesson - learning to live in the moment.

Cancellation of prom may have taught us something more valuable – living in the moment

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
April 11, 2020

[Video] A day in the life of two quarantined high school students

Christie Hernandez and Nishant Medicharla
March 27, 2020
Coppell High School canceled prom to help stop the spread of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.The class of 2020 prom was scheduled for April 4 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

Prom latest event to cancel due to COVID-19 pandemic

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
March 19, 2020
Voters stand in line at the Coppell City Hall to vote on Super Tuesday. Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden won the Democratic Primary in Texas while President Donald Trump won the Republican Primary in Texas.

Voters pack Coppell City Hall for Super Tuesday

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
March 4, 2020
Coppell High School senior Chris Houston shares his presentation on clean water during Angela Barnes’ fourth period Astronomy class. Astronomy students are creating presentations based upon a goal they chose from the United Nations.

[Photo] Students promoting sustainability in presentations for Climate Reality Project

Claire Clements, Executive Editorial Page Editor
March 4, 2020
Lakeside Elementary kindergartner Leia Ragland holds up her rendition of “I Have a Dream” to celebrate Black History Month in Kirby Leonard’s kindergarten class. Students at Lakeside Elementary have been participating in many activities to commemorate and learn more about Black History Month.

[Photo] Teachers incorporate Black History Month into classes

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor
February 29, 2020

[Video] The Sidekick staff members share how journalism has shaped them (video)

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
February 29, 2020
Coppell Middle School East eighth graders Ana Jesayen and Abhinav Ala share daily announcements via live broadcast system during second period. The Sidekick executive editorial page editor Claire Clements thinks Coppell High School should have actual announcements rather than being recommended to visit the Coppell High School website.

[Photo] Claire’s Corner: It’s time to make announcements

Claire Clements, Executive Editorial Page Editor
February 28, 2020
Coppell senior guard Adam Moussa looks for a teammate agaistEaton last night at Trinity High School in Euless. The Cowboys defeated Eaton, 80-46, in Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.

On to the next: Cowboys cruise in second half to playoff victory

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
February 26, 2020
Coppell sophomore guard Ryan Agarwal puts a piece of net in his mouth to celebrate the Cowboy’s District 6-6A title. The Cowboys open the Class 6A playoffs against Eaton at Euless Trinity High School tomorrow at 7 p.m.

New season: Coppell opening playoff push against Eaton

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
February 24, 2020
Coppell senior forward Clayton Hunter cuts a piece of net after defeating Hebron, 85-53, last night in the CHS Arena. The basketball team celebrated its District 6-6A championship by keeping these pieces as souvenirs.

Cowboys soar past Hawks, celebrate district victory

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
February 19, 2020
Coppell sophomore guard Anthony Black dashes up the court alongside Marcus senior forward Ben Joelson on Jan. 31 in the CHS Arena. The Cowboys face Hebron tonight at 8 p.m. in the CHS Arena.

Cowboys look to bring heat against Hebron

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
February 18, 2020

[Video] Local Guides: Chicken Sandwich Edition

Christie Hernandez, Videographer
February 13, 2020
Coppell senior guard Adam Moussa dribbles around Marcus junior guard Nick Donnelly on Friday in the CHS Arena. The Cowboys held the lead throughout the entirety of a close game and defeated the Marauders 65-61.

Another district victory for Cowboys

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
February 1, 2020
A row of toilets sit without stalls in the upstairs B hall bathroom on Jan 17. Construction at Coppell High School throughout this school year means some facilities are temporarily unavailable to students and staff.

Campus restrooms undergoing rehaul to meet ADA compliance change

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
January 31, 2020
Coppell senior forward Adam Moussa protects the ball from Irving McArthur junior Davion Daily on Jan 21 in the CHS Arena. The Cowboys face Flower Mound Marcus tomorrow at 8 p.m. in the CHS Arena.

Cowboys to go head-to-head against Marauders in District 6-6A game

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
January 30, 2020
The Sidekick staff writer Akansha Singh thinks a free student press is important for local communities and their campuses. Singh commemorates Student Press Freedom Day and hopes others recognize the importance of student journalists. Photo illustration by Nishant Medicharla

[Photo] #StudentPressFreedom: Press freedom is freedom for us all

Akansha Singh, Staff Writer
January 29, 2020
Coppell sophomore guard Ryan Agarwal shields the ball and attempts to make a play during the Cowboy’s game against Irving Nimitz on Friday in the CHS Arena. The Vikings fell short to the Cowboys, 61-35, in their District 6-6A game. Photo by Sydney Rowe.

Cowboys vanquish Vikings, keep steady lead in 61-35 victory

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
January 20, 2020
Residents of Shadowcrest Lane in Coppell witnessed snowfall on Saturday morning. The city experienced light snowfall following a night of severe weather warnings.

Morning after extreme weather reveals unexpected snowfall

Sally Parampottil and Nishant Medicharla
January 17, 2020

[Video] CHS Speaks: Students and faculty share how they have grown as an individual this decade (video)

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
December 21, 2019

Local Guides: Getting a taste of holiday-themed coffees around Coppell (Video)

Nishant Medicharla, Claire Clements, and Christie Hernandez
December 15, 2019
CHS9 biology teacher Laronna Doggett works with her students on a cellular respiration worksheet. Doggett’s passion for the ocean has allowed her to teach students in a unique way.

[Photo] Love for ocean fuels biology teaching

Anika Arutla, Social Media Manager
December 10, 2019
Coppell senior forward Clayton Hunter lines up for a free throw against Killeen Ellison on Saturday in the Classic Chevrolet Showcase. The Coppell boys came out on top by defeating Garland 76-40, Lamar 65-61, Rockwall 61-30, Bishop Lynch 72-40, but lost to Ellison 63-60.

Cowboys break all barriers, reign as 2019 Classic Chevrolet Showcase champions

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
November 25, 2019
Dallas ISD Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps members conduct the Presentation of Colors to kick off the Greater Dallas Veterans Day Parade. The parade was held on Nov. 11 in Downtown Dallas to commemorate the soldiers who put their lives on the line to protect the freedoms that many Americans abide by today.

Marching through the cold: Veterans Day Parade attendees honor brave actions of the past

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
November 18, 2019
Coppell Middle School West students wait outside the library to greet local veterans at the 25th annual Veterans Day event on Friday. The event was hosted by CMSW in order to honor and thank veterans who put their lives on the line to fight in WWII, Vietnam, Afghanistan and other wars.

Honoring the brave: CMSW holds 25th Veterans Day to commemorate brave actions of the past

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
November 8, 2019
CHS Lariette seniors Irene Son, Emma Strong, Maya Mohan and Gillian Perry perform their senior show at the final pep rally of the year. The pep rally was conducted to engage the audience for the last football game of the season.

[Photo] Cowboys ride away

Arman Merchant, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
The Sportlight: Olvera one of two freshmen on JV1 tennis, strives to succeed

The Sportlight: Olvera one of two freshmen on JV1 tennis, strives to succeed

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
November 4, 2019
Democratic Presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke speaks to the audience about gun reform, immmigration issues, climate change and healthcare. On Thursday, O’Rourke held a counter rally at The Theatre at Grand Prairie themed “Rally against Hate.”

O’Rourke holds “Rally against Fear” to trump President

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
October 22, 2019
Attendees color on a mural which represents the various cultures in the Coppell community at Saturday’s Kaleidoscope at Andy Brown Park East. Kaleidoscope was held on Saturday for the third year to promote cultural diversity in Coppell.

Uniting hand to hand: Kaleidoscope promotes cultural diversity through fireworks, mural

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
October 21, 2019
Democratic Presidential Candidate Beto O’Rourke looks into the audience cheering for him after his speech addressing immigration issues, gun reform, climate change and healthcare. Beto O’Rourke held his rally at The Theatre at Grand Prairie on Thursday as a counter rally themed “Rally Against Hate.”

[Photo] O’Rourke holds “Rally Against Fear” to counter Thursday’s Trump rally

Akansha Singh, Staff Writer
October 18, 2019
The Coppell Chorale sings at the Kaleidoscope event on Oct. 20, 2018. On Saturday, the Kaleidoscope event is at Andrew Brown Park East from 5-9 p.m. as an opportunity to promote diversity in Coppell.

Kaleidoscope event to display cultural heritage, forge new mural

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
October 18, 2019

AP US History students embark on their mock trial from KCBY-TV on Vimeo.

On the Spot: Students step back in time to recreate Boston Massacre through mock trial (with video)

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
September 23, 2019
Coppell High School seniors Sophia Sircar, Carrie Sheffield and Camryn Rudd start off the night dancing to “Super Trouper” at the CHS Theater’s Annual Silent Auction and Revue on Friday to raise money for the theater department. With an audience of 250, students performed anything from original songs to a sneak peek from “Seize The Day”, a song from their upcoming musical “Newsies”.

Moving on up: Theater department turns silent auction into first class event

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
September 22, 2019
On Wednesday, Canyon Ranch Elementary hosted its grand opening ceremony to commemorate the official opening of the school. CRE is the 11th Coppell ISD elementary school and was built to combat the overpopulation issues throughout CISD schools.

Extended Look: Canyon Ranch Elementary grand opening gives glimpse into new era of teaching

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
September 21, 2019
On Wednesday, Canyon Ranch Elementary Principal Ashley Minton cuts the red ribbon to commemorate the official opening of the school. CRE is the 11th CISD elementary school and was built to combat the overpopulation issues throughout CISD schools.

Canyon Ranch grand opening gives community glimpse at new era of teaching (with video)

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
September 19, 2019

Students build excitement for school year at first pep rally (with video)

Pramika Kadari, Neveah Jones, Nishant Medicharla, and Blanche Harris
September 10, 2019
Coppell junior Kunal Seetha serves at the CHS Tennis Courts on Tuesday against Hebron during his match, a 7-6, 6-2 victory. Coppell defeated the Hawks, 13-6, in District 6-6A team tennis.

Tennis starts with faulty beginnings, bounces back to defeat Hebron

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
September 4, 2019
Coppell senior Aishwarya Kannan serves during practice on Thursday. The Coppell tennis team practices every day in order to prepare for their upcoming tournament against Hebron on Tuesday at the CHS Tennis Center.

Coppell tennis to take on intense competitor Hebron

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
August 30, 2019
Freshmen interact with each other in the CHS9 cafeteria on Wednesday morning. CHS9 is beginning its second year in operation for the 2019-20 school year.

[Photo] First day, part two

Shivi Sharma, CHS9 Editor
August 15, 2019
New Coppell Middle School West Principal Sarah Thornton is congratulated for her new position by 7th grade science teacher Elsa Butler and 6th grade science teacher Gena Erdman. Thornton was officially approved by the CISD Board of Trustees on Monday.

Thornton assumes role of CMSW principal, energizes Wranglers

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
July 24, 2019
Coppell High School senior Peyton Williams tutors CHS sophomore Lauren Myers for Algebra II on April 22 at Myer’s residence. Williams has tutored students in a variety of subjects throughout high school and is attending Harvard University in fall 2019.

Hustling to Harvard

Nishant Medicharla, Export and Production Manager
May 6, 2019
Coppell High School Club Rhythm (left to right) junior Srija Uppu, junior Nupur Rishi, sophomore Maybelle Abraham, junior Shreya Bandopadhyay and sophomore Nikitha Gokaraju perform a Bollywood melody on Friday night at Coppell High School in the commons. Heritage Night celebrates cultural diversity and brings students together to enjoy this distinction.

Past to present: How Heritage Night continues to evolve, celebrate global diversity (with video)

Nishant Medicharla, Export and Production Manager
March 30, 2019
Coppell High school junior Shreshtha Ray dances at Heritage Night 2018 in the CHS commons. On Heritage Night, people of different heritages show culture through dancing, singing and other performances. Heritage Night is tonight in the CHS commons at 6 p.m.

Heritage night to showcase cultural traditions, offer food trucks

Nishant Medicharla, Export and Production Manager
March 29, 2019
Coppell High School juniors Robert McCarty and Kazhal Shiwa examine the condition of an egg in CHS teacher Evan Whitfield’s sixth period honors physics class on March 8. Students tested their contraption made of tape and straws to see if it could properly protect an egg when being dropped from the top of the west side of Buddy Echols Field.

Students testing egg contraptions to examine force, impact

Nishant Medicharla, Export and Production Manager
March 18, 2019
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