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Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

A third party gained access to the City of Coppell servers on Oct. 23, causing them to shut down. As a result, the Cozby Library and other city facilities now lack proper Wi-Fi access. Sidekick file photo

Wi-Fi wipeout: Library system outage leaves students stranded

Anushka Joshi, Staff Writer November 22, 2024

Students often go to the library with the intention of studying, finishing homework or completing college applications. However, recently when students get to the library, they see a big sign saying “No...

AP World History grading system highlighting student improvement

AP World History grading system highlighting student improvement

Maaz Yunus, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

Coppell High School sophomore Hrishikes Tandri sits in class, examining the slideshow about the AP World History grading system, lost. “I checked my grades for the first time and was completely confused...

A sign at North Lake atCypress Waters warns residents of potential alligators and snakes.  This year’s alligator sightings at Denton Creek, Lake Lewisville and Cypress Waters do not pose a threat to Coppell residents, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife.

What happened to the Coppell alligator?

Liam Quigley, Staff Writer November 21, 2024

When Coppell resident Johnny Ahrens was walking along Denton Creek, the last thing he expected to see was an alligator.  “I walked down to the creek and sure enough, there’s an alligator,” Ahrens...

Coppell ISD Board of Trustees recognize Coppell Band director Kimberly Shuttlesworth and Coppell High School senior Pia Lala, senior Edward Yang, senior Nidhi Shashi, senior Pavithra Vijaykumar and senior Siddharth Bellam for Coppell Band’s exemplary performance at UIL Class 6A State Championships on Monday at Vonita White Administration Building. The board discussed prospective financial plans while also recognizing students and staff across the district.

Trustees discussing district-wide budgeting

Jay Vernekar, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

On Monday night, the Coppell ISD Board of Trustees held a meeting to honor students and staff while also discussing district-wide budgeting. The awaited discussions of the district's financial prospects...

All clocks at Coppell High School now display the accurate time. The clocks showed the incorrect time during the 2023-24 school year prior to being repaired in October.

Ticked to precision: Hallway clocks set back to right time

Gia Ajani, Staff Writer November 18, 2024

As Coppell High School students rushed to their next class, they glanced at the clocks in the hallways, and found themselves five to 10 minutes ahead or behind the actual time.  Although not late,...

In the know is a series from The Sidekick detailing events involving Coppell High School and Coppell ISD happening this week. It will be posted every Monday for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year.

In the Know: 11/18-11/24

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor November 18, 2024

Monday, the Coppell ISD School Board meets at 6 p.m. at the Vonita White Administration Building. Wednesday, the Coppell Chamber of Commerce hosts Growth Group Networking at JC’s Burger Bar at...

New Tech High @ Coppell sophomore Morgan Fang wrote and helped organize a petition for the consolidation of NTH@C, speaking in school board meetings. NTH@C students gathered together to protest against the consolidation of their school on Sept. 16. Photo by Eirene Park

New Tech students advocating for school’s future

Ayaan Haque, Staff Writer November 14, 2024

Students at New Tech High @ Coppell stream in through a pair of double doors as they begin their day. But for a few weeks, students did not know how much longer those same doors would remain open. Coppell...

On Friday at the JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention in Philadelphia, The Sidekick, pictured with NSPA associate director Lori Keekley, senior staff writer Ainsley Dwyer, junior staff writer Saanvi Singh and junior staff writer Lizzie De Santiago, received its Newspaper Pacemaker finalist award. The Sidekick and KCBY-TV received 10 awards at the annual convention. Photo by Chase Wofford.

The Sidekick, KCBY-TV receive 10 awards in Philadelphia

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor November 14, 2024

Deep within the Philadelphia Marriott on Saturday at the JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention, The Sidekick adviser Chase Wofford, KCBY-TV adviser Irma Lazos-Kennedy, Round-Up adviser...

Election Day brings value to Coppell voters (video)

Rhea Chowdhary, Media Editor November 11, 2024

As Election Day has passed, take a look at what was on the minds of Coppell voters as they headed to the polls. Watch The Sidekick media editor Rhea Chowdhary’s video for insights into the values voters...

In the know is a series from The Sidekick detailing events involving Coppell High School and Coppell ISD happening this week. It will be posted every Monday for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year.

In the Know: 11/11-11/17

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor November 11, 2024

Tuesday, the Coppell City Council meets at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers at Town Center. Wednesday, the Coppell Chamber of Commerce hosts Growth Group Networking at JC’s Burger Bar at 11:30...

The Smart City Board discusses the economic and environmental impacts of switching to smart city lighting with LEDs on Monday. The board meets monthly to collaborate and make plans to improve Coppell.

Smart City Board discusses street lighting, liaison with Dallas Innovation Alliance

Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer November 9, 2024

On Monday night, the Smart City Board refined slides for an upcoming city council meeting, explored the idea of collaboration with the Dallas Innovation Alliance and addressed its plans for smart street...

Campaign signs representing various candidates line the entrance of Town Center on Tuesday. On Election Day, Coppell citizens cast their final ballots for the 2024 elections. Photo by Caitlyn Concepcion

Coppell voters ready for change on Election Day

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor November 6, 2024

In the shadow of darkness, illuminating Coppell’s Election Day was the red, white and blue lights casting its glow on town center as voters stepped in to cast their ballots. On Tuesday, Coppell voters...

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