Theater department dances its way to “Newsies”
Trisha Atluri, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
Preparations for Coppell High School’s fall musical are in full swing. This November, the theater department is presenting “Newsies”, a dance-centric show about the paperboy strike in 1899. The strike originated when the owner of the New York World unfairly raised the price of the papers pu...
New York Times Bestselling author enlightens dog lovers
Tracy Tran, Staff Writer
September 18, 2019
“The heart will find what the eyes can no longer see,” author Susannah Charleson said. Every person in the room stared up at the author, captivated as they hung on to her every last word. On Sunday afternoon, Charleson visited the Cozby Library and Community Commons. Gathering dog lovers diverse in both...
The Sound entertains individuals of all ages, interests
Jillian Moore, Staff Writer
September 16, 2019
With many places around town offering entertainment, The Sound in the Cypress Waters neighborhood near Coppell stands out as a popular favorite with many Coppell High School students. Initially, The Sound appears bleak and crowded with many buildings, but as the sun sets the atmosphere completely transforms. Neon signs l...
New York Times bestseller author to gather book lovers at Cozby Library
Tracy Tran, Staff Writer
September 14, 2019
On Sunday, the Coppell Cozby Library and Community Commons is hosting an author visit for teenagers and adults. At the event, author Susannah Charleson will discuss her latest book, Where the Lost Dogs Go, and her job rescuing animals.Charleson is a New York Times bestselling author and a service dog trainer, curre...
Klovensky bringing enthusiasm to technical theater
Anika Arutla, Social Media Manager
September 12, 2019
In F hall, next to the Black Box Theatre behind the auditorium, there is a room. Inside lies the office of Coppell High School technical theater director Dominic Klovensky. When Klovensky walks into the room, the class erupts into smiles. Then, when Klovensky insists the Astros and any Houston t...
Theater department integrating technology into fall musical “Newsies”
Avani Kashyap, Staff Writer
September 12, 2019
With technological innovation paving the way for the future, the Coppell High School theater department is combining technology with traditional theater in the set of the new musical “Newsies.” Weeks of preparation are already underway to present the popular musical this November. The true s...
Carnival reinforces Coppell family traditions, unites community
Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
September 10, 2019
Another year goes by and the St. Ann Catholic Parish Carnival comes and goes, leaving just as quickly as it arrived and making way for the chilly fall air that follows. From the frantic screaming of visitors spinning wildly on the rides to the infectious laughter of groups of teenagers peppered t...
Autumn falls into fun with annual St. Ann carnival
Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
September 6, 2019
Coppell’s very own St. Ann Catholic Church’s annual carnival comes to town this weekend, expecting better weather than last year. This is the carnival’s 27th year. The carnival has many rides, food and live performances to offer, as well as calmer activities, such as bingo, a silent auctio...
Chaudhari finds solace in dance
Karen Lu, Daily News/Assignment Editor
September 5, 2019
From a leotard and tights to a classical Indian dance outfit, Coppell High School senior Advaita Chaudhari explores her passion for dance through several facets. Almost daily, Chaudhari immerses herself in at least one dance class, whether she’s taking it or teaching it. She takes ballet at Ballet A...
Rockumentaries introducing 80s rock music to modern youth
Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
September 4, 2019
Long hair, loud music, trips to the movie theater and a desperate rush to get home after school to watch MTV. The 1980s were a decade of self-expression and world-renowned music. If you are a teenager today, chances are your parents were into all the great bands and musicians the time had to offer. How...
