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Karis Thomas

Karis Thomas, Staff Photographer

Karis Thomas is a senior and first year photographer for The Sidekick. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, working on photography and traveling. She also enjoys spending time outdoors whether to explore the city, run, or bike. With comments or concerns, contact her @karisthomas_ or [email protected]. 

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[Photo] Austin Rath

May 29, 2018
The Sidekick editor-in-chief Amelia Vanyo did not realize how much she would love journalism until she joined The Sidekick her junior year. After two years on staff, Vanyo has learned several lessons that have made her more successful than she ever could have hoped.

[Photo] Placing purpose over profit

Amelia Vanyo, Editor-in-Chief
May 25, 2018
Coppell High School senior Grant Knippa practices trumpet in the CHS band hall practice rooms during sixth period. Knippa plans to attend New England Conservatory of Music in Boston to pursue a career in classical music.

[Photo] Let the trumpets sound

Amelia Vanyo, Editor-in-Chief
May 22, 2018
Seniors across Texas make the important decision regarding which school they are committing to for the next four years of their college career. Coppell High School counselors celebrate the seniors’ dedication and hard work by bringing in a photobooth and giving out raffle prizes during sixth period.

[Photo] Decision day calls for senior appreciation

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
May 4, 2018
“I feel like a lot of people wear makeup to cover up their insecurities, but I do it because it makes me feel more confident,” Coppell High School junior Zeke Butler said. “Obviously, nobody is perfect, there are gonna be imperfections that everybody sees and that is not something that you should feel bad about. Makeup allows you to enhance your imperfections in a way which makes people see you as a unique person. Wearing makeup brings out my true self and lets me put my creativity into something that I enjoy. Even if I seem like the weird person, I really don’t care, because I am doing something that is true to myself.”

[Photo] Humans of CHS: Zeke Butler

Nishant Medicharla, Staff Writer
May 4, 2018
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[Photo] Quest for a title

Nicholas Pranske, Sports Assignment Editor
April 24, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior center forward Francisco Redondo and junior forward Joe Ruedi celebrate after the Cowboys scored a goal during the second period of overtime at Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex in Round Rock this afternoon. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Spring Woods Tigers 1-0 in the Region II 6A Soccer Tournament. Photo by Karis Thomas

Week of 04/16/18

Karis Thomas, Photographer
April 19, 2018
Coppell High School junior Grace Hao stands on guard during fencing practice on April 2 at the Fencing Institute of Texas. Hao has been fencing for eight years and has committed to the University of Pennsylvania to continue her fencing career.

[Photo] Hao commits to UPENN through fencing

Nishant Medicharla, Staff Writer
April 19, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior center forward Francisco Redondo and junior forward Joe Ruedi celebrate after the Cowboys scored a goal during the second period of overtime at Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex in Round Rock this afternoon. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Spring Woods Tigers 1-0 in the Region II 6A Soccer Tournament. Photo by Karis Thomas

[Photo] Cowboys double down on Tigers, earns ticket to Georgetown

Nicholas Pranske, Sports Assignment Editor
April 17, 2018
Coppell Cowboys players celebrate after winning the Region II 6A Soccer Tournament against the Conroe Tigers on April 14 at Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex in Round Rock. The Cowboys advanced to state after defeating the Tigers 1- 0.

[Photo] Coppell Cowboys advance to semi-finals with defeat of Conroe Tigers

April 16, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior center forward Francisco Redondo and junior forward Joe Ruedi celebrate after the Cowboys scored a goal during the second period of overtime at Kelly Reeves Athletic Complex in Round Rock this afternoon. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Spring Woods Tigers 1-0 in the Region II 6A Soccer Tournament.

[Photo] Coppell Cowboys advance in playoffs with defeat of Spring Woods Tigers

April 15, 2018
March for Our Lives Dallas participants walk along the route back toward City Hall where the march began. After the march was over, speakers from around the Metroplex spoke about why common sense gun legislation is important to them.

[Photo] This is what democracy looks like

Amelia Vanyo, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2018
Many high school students face stress, disorganization and difficulty studying. Apps such as myHomework, can help students with these various problems.

[Photo] Apps lending a helpful hand to the forgetful, stressed student

Claire Clements, Staff Writer
April 10, 2018
New businesses are being built in Coppell’s Woodside Village next to the local Sprouts Farmers Market on the corner of Denton Tap Road and Sandy Lake Road. Businesses such as Andy’s Frozen Custard, Sunny Street Cafe, Vardiman Black Pediatric Dentist, Resort Nails and Mattison Avenue Salon Suites & Spa are being constructed in the new retail space.

[Photo] Woodside Village development to provide “gathering place” for citizens

Lili Lomas, Executive Digital Content Editor
April 9, 2018
The Coppell Cowgirls celebrate after scoring their fifth goal during the second half of the game on April 3 at Stade Postell Stadium. The Coppell Cowgirls defeated the Mesquite Horn Jaguars 5-0.

[Photo] Lady Jaguars no match for Cowgirls on playoff pitch

April 5, 2018
Coppell Cowgirls junior Micayla Weathers (right) and junior defender Mary Ziperman (left) hug as they celebrate the team’s fourth goal during the second half of the game on April 3 at Stade Postell Stadium. The Coppell Cowgirls defeated the Mesquite Horn Jaguars 5-0.

Week of 4/2/18

Karis Thomas, Staff Photographer
April 6, 2018
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[Photo] Cowgirls inching closer to state championship following 5-0 playoff victory

April 5, 2018
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[Photo] Cowgirls inching closer to state championship following 5-0 playoff victory

Akif Abidi, Staff Writer
April 5, 2018

Video: Cowgirls soccer to play third playoff game against Sachse

Gracie Blackwell and Karis Thomas
April 5, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior midfielder Wyatt Priest jumps with joy after assisting a goal during the second half of the game on March 30 at John Clark Stadium in Plano. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Garland Owls, 4-0, in the bi-district round of the Class 6A Region I playoffs.

[Photo] Coppell Cowboys soccer advance with defeat of Garland Owls

March 30, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior midfielder Wyatt Priest jumps with joy after assisting a goal during the second half of the game on March 30 at John Clark Stadium in Plano. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Garland Owls, 4-0, in the bi-district round of the Class 6A Region I playoffs.

[Photo] Mid-season motivation comes out in playoff win

Nicholas Pranske, Sports Assignment Editor
March 30, 2018
Coppell High School senior Shruti Asodaria and Frisco sophomore Sindhu Kavaru perform a classical Indian dance during Heritage Night on Friday, March 24 at the Coppell High School commons. Heritage Night is an annual event hosted by the Junior World Wide Affairs Council that enables students from various walks of life to share a piece of their culture through dance, song and other creative outlets.

Week of 03/26/2018

Karis Thomas, Staff Photographer
March 27, 2018
Coppell High School campus technology aid Susan Whiting assists senior Brissa Nino as she turns in her iPad during eigth period in the downstairs blended lab. Seniors are required to turn in their issued iPads in order to graduate.

[Photo] On the Spot: Senior iPad returns underway to prepare for year’s end (with video)

Jessica Hernandez, Staff Writer
March 26, 2018
Coppell parents, students and teachers enjoy as they watch students perform on stage during Heritage Night on Friday, March 24 at the Coppell High School commons. Heritage Night is an annual event hosted by the Junior World Wide Affairs Council that enables students from various walks of life to share a piece of their culture through dance, song and other creative outlets.

[Photo] Rocking the commons: Largest pool ever for Heritage Night celebrates diversity (with video)

Nishant Medicharla, Staff Writer
March 25, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior striker Cesar Alves runs to celebrate with his team after scoring the final point during the second half of the game on March 9 at Buddy Echols Field. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Berkner Rams 5-1.

[Photo] Cowboys defeat Rams with convincing victory

March 21, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior striker Cesar Alves runs to celebrate with his team after scoring the final point during the second half of the game on March 9 at Buddy Echols Field. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Berkner Rams 5-1.

Week of 03/19/18

Karis Thomas, Staff Photographer
March 21, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior striker Cesar Alves runs to celebrate with his team after scoring the final point during the second half of the game on March 9 at Buddy Echols Field. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the Berkner Rams 5-1.

[Photo] Coppell remains in district hunt with 5-1 victory

Akif Abidi, Staff Writer
March 11, 2018
Coppell High School senior Kendal Toy practices a kip drill and jumps to the high bar as part of her routine during gymnastics practice on Feb. 14 at Metroplex Gymnastics. Toy has been practicing gymnastics since she was young and is continuing to fulfill her gymnastics career in college.

Week of 02/26/2018

Karis Thomas, Staff Photographer
February 27, 2018
Coppell High School senior Kendal Toy practices a kip drill and jumps to the high bar as part of her routine during gymnastics practice on Feb. 14 at Metroplex Gymnastics. Toy has been practicing gymnastics since she was young and is continuing to fulfill her gymnastics career in college.

[Photo] Kendal Toy swings into motion

February 22, 2018
Coppell High School senior Kendal Toy smiles after successfully landing her gymnastics routine during her practice on Wednesday at Metroplex Gymnastics. Toy committed to the University of Washington in 2014 and received a full scholarship.

[Photo] Cartwheeling to college: Toy lands gymnastics scholarship to Washington

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
February 21, 2018
The Coppell Cowboys soccer team introduced a new field formation which they implemented during the game on Feb. 9 at Buddy Echols Field. The new formation proved to be beneficial as the Coppell Cowboys defeated the WT White Longhorns 2-1.

[Photo] New formation churning out needed wins for boys soccer

Akif Abidi, Staff Writer
February 20, 2018
Coppell Cowboys senior forward Francisco Redondo hugs senior fullback defender Marshall Board after he makes a goal during the second half of the game on Feb. 9 at Buddy Echols Field. The Coppell Cowboys defeated the WT White Longhorns 2-1.

[Photo] Coppell Cowboys soccer defeat WT White Longhorns with exciting game

February 15, 2018

[Video] Combination of figure skating, Lariettes making Kate twice as Strong (with video)

Lili Lomas
February 12, 2018
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