Upcoming Events
  • On Tuesday, Coppell City Council meets at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers at Town Center.
  • On Wednesday, Coppell Cozby Library & Community Commons hosts All Ages Storytime from 11-11:30 a.m.
  • On Saturday, Coppell Arts Center hosts “Alice in Wonderland” presented by Ballet Ensemble of Texas at 3 p.m.
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The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Grammy nominated Drumset Artist Michael D’angelo plays the bass guitar at the Purely Rhythmic concert on Friday night in the CHS Auditorium. He was featured in the CHS percussion’s performance of “Cornbread Funk” by Matt Ehlers. Photo by Hannah Tucker.

CISD percussionists play alongside Grammy nominee at Purely Rhythmic concert

Lili Lomas, Student Life Editor March 27, 2017

On Saturday night, all Coppell ISD percussionists performed alongside Grammy nominated drumset artist Michael D’Angelo at the annual Purely Rhythmic concert at Coppell High School.   D’Angelo...

A bun at Little Steamed Buns Ramen in New York City. While they are named after their steamed buns, they are known for their hand cut noodles. Photo by Amelia Vanyo.

Big things to do in the Big Apple: A go to travelers guide to New York City

Amelia Vanyo, Staff Writer March 26, 2017

New York, a shining haven where dreams come true. From Broadway shows to shopping, there’s always something to do in the bustling city. “The lights, the people, the music...It was all so new and...

Coppell High School senior and Dance to Make a Difference club president Swetha Venigandla balances in an Indian  dance pose at the show the club hosted Friday night in the CHS auditorium. The club raised between $800 and $900 for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention through this event.

Dance to Make a Difference club event raises awareness about suicide

Lili Lomas, Student Life Editor March 25, 2017

On Friday night, the Dance to Make a Difference Club at Coppell High School hosted a show to raise funds for the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention (AFSP).The club raised between $800 to $900 in...

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.

Spring has sprung: taking advantage of your break

Fiona Koshy, Staff Writer March 12, 2017

Spring break is officially upon us, which means that for a week, there will be no projects, homework or other day to day activities that traditionally fill up our time.   The idea of having...

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Orphan Train, The Sky is Everywhere, and We Were Liars are all must reads for teens. The books tackle real life dilemmas while weaving fanciful plots for readers to enjoy. Photo by Amelia Vanyo.

Book break: Good reads to catch up on during spring break

Amelia Vanyo, Staff Writer March 10, 2017

Preparing for Advanced Placement (AP) tests or just getting through the school day takes a ton of a student’s time and energy. This means many students slack on personal reading during the school year....

Students Bollywood dance during the Coppell High School Junior World Affairs Council (JWAC) annual Heritage Night on Friday  in the CHS commons. From hip-hop to bollywood dancing, the night of performances aims to celebrate the cultural and ethnic diversities present in the CHS student body through music and dance. Photo by Kelly Wei.

Annual Heritage Night showcases diverse student talent, encourages future auditions

Kelly Wei, Staff Writer March 7, 2017

From hip-hop to Bollywood dancing, the night of performances in the Coppell High School commons on Friday, hosted by the Coppell High School Junior World Affairs Council (JWAC), marked the biggest event...

Coppell High School senior Seth Holst leans in to kiss junior Macy Johnson when she stops him on stage during the CHS Theater Department’s play “Picnic” in the auditorium Thursday night. Holst plays the role of Alan Seymour, current boyfriend to Johnson’s character, Madge Owens.

Life’s a “Picnic”: Theatre department debuts UIL One Act play

Sruthi Boppuri, Staff Writer March 7, 2017

Without leaving modern streets of Coppell, the audience members sitting the CHS auditorium were transported to the 1950s countryside of Kansas.   On Thursday night in the CHS auditorium, the...

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

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

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer March 7, 2017

“We will not forget you.”   Five words that characterized the 89th Academy Awards.   Barry Jenkins, film director of Oscar nominated Best Picture Moonlight, alongside writer Tarell...

North Texas Teen Book Festival brings stories to fans in unique ways

Wren Lee, Staff Designer March 7, 2017

IRVING - The North Texas Teen Book Festival (NTTBF) began with many excited attendees lined up to receive free merchandise. By the end of the day, they went home happy, books in tow. NTTBF is an annual,...

Booker T. Washington sophomore Tanner Jackson sings and dances the night away on Feb. 28 during the dress rehearsal. Thursday night was opening night for “The Little Mermaid” at First United Methodist Church of Coppell. The show ran from March 2-4. Photo by Amelia Vanyo.

Local production of Little Mermaid is a sea of costumes, stage makeup (with video)

Amelia Vanyo, Staff Writer March 7, 2017

Heelys may be long out of style for the rest of us, but a whole new world of fashion took shape at First United Methodist Church of Coppell’s production of “The Little Mermaid”.   The...

North Texas Teen Book Festival will be on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Irving Convention Center. There will be over 80 middle grade and young adult authors in attendance.

Book lovers to attend North Texas Teen Book Festival

Wren Lee, Staff Designer March 3, 2017

Signed books burst from bags as attendees will walk around the Irving Convention Center, leaving one panel and heading towards another. The North Texas Teen Book Festival has arrived for its third year....

Coppell High School senior Ken Simmons (Prince Eric) and junior Katie Love (Ariel) rehearse a scene in Act 1 of The Little Mermaid on Feb. 28. The production runs tonight through Saturday at First United Methodist Church of Coppell. Photo by Amelia Vanyo.

Swim over to First United Methodist Church’s production of “The Little Mermaid”

Amelia Vanyo, Staff Writer March 2, 2017

Tonight through Saturday night, First United Methodist Church of Coppell will be putting on a dazzling production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”.   The show, filled with Coppell High...

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