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Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

UT Austin auto-admit rate has been gradually dropping from 10% in 1997, and now to 5% in the succeeding admission cycle. The automatic admissions rules stem from a Texas law mandating all Texas public college first-year in-state students be 75% Texas auto-admit students.

UT auto-admission rate drops to 5%

Akshaya Ashokanand, Staff Writer October 22, 2024

Hundreds of students wager sleepless nights and hours of studying for a place in the top 6% of their high school class, earning them an automatic admission to the University of Texas at Austin. However,...

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: 10/21-10/27

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor October 21, 2024

On Monday, early voting opens for the 2024 elections. On Monday, the Coppell Recreation Development Corporation meets at 6:30 p.m. at Town Center. On Tuesday, the Coppell City Council meets at...

Coach Matheus Galvo instructs Laila Darwish as she practices a grappling technique with Idrees Usmani during a Jiu-Jitsu class at Sixth Sense Martial Arts on Oct. 7. Sixth Sense offers martial arts training for all ages, emphasizing self-defense and anti-bullying.

Empowerment through self-defense at Sixth Sense

Zaara Shaik, Staff Photographer October 21, 2024

The door creaks open to a sea of warm smiles, greeted by friendly staff and diligent students scrimmaging through jujitsu and Muay Thai.  Coppell’s Sixth Sense Martial Arts opened in September, specializing...

Coppell Fire Station No. 5 will be built on the site where Coppell Fire Station No. 2 previously stood and will support continuing demands around the community. The construction of Coppell Fire Station No. 5 provides a sense of security for Coppell residents and allows for quicker response times during emergencies.

Future fire station seeks to increase community safety

Raima Awan, Staff Writer October 18, 2024

In an emergency, a few seconds can save a life, home and future. Every second counts for emergency responders. For residents of Northlake Woodlands and the Austin Elementary community, a new fire station...

Online ACT testing in April 2025 decreases total time tested and mandatory subjects. Adjustments result in more flexibility for students at Coppell High School.

ACT science becomes optional as test aims to increase student flexibility

Meghana Linga, Staff Photographer October 17, 2024

The ACT’s most unique feature compared to other college aptitude exams is the presence of a science section. However, starting in spring 2025 for online ACT exams and 2026 for school-issued ACT exams,...

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: 10/14-10/20

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor October 15, 2024

On Wednesday, the Coppell Chamber of Commerce hosts the State Fair of Texas Celebration at Frost at 12 p.m. at Coppell Financial Center. On Wednesday, the Coppell Chamber of Commerce hosts a candidate...

Coppell Mayor Wes Mays awards members of nonprofit organization Pink Soles in Coppell with a certificate proclaiming October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On Tuesday night, the Coppell City Council declared the month of October as Fire Prevention Month and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Council proclaims October Fire Prevention Month, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Sahasra Chakilam, Executive News Editor October 9, 2024

On Tuesday night, the Coppell City Council declared the month of October as Fire Prevention Month and also declared National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  The council emphasized the importance of...

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: 10/7-10/13

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor October 7, 2024

On Monday, Coppell High School hosts Monday Mindfulness in the library at 8 a.m.. On Tuesday, HOSA runs a blood drive in the CHS Small Gym from 8 a.m.-3 p.m.. On Tuesday, the Coppell City Council...

Megabus discontinued its Texas routes effective Aug. 16. This bus line was used by many Coppell High School students and graduates, who now seek new methods to commute. Photo courtesy Megabus.

Megabus discontinues operations in Texas

Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle & Wellness Editor October 4, 2024

Until August, commuting to and from state universities did not require much thought due to the easily available and affordable Megabus. However, recent changes may make travel harder. Popular transportation...

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) assistant special agent W. Guy Baker discusses the threats Fentanyl has on young adults. On Saturday, the Coppell Cozby Library and Community Commons hosted Fentanyl in Coppell, an informative meeting highlighting the dangers of drug abuse.

“A pill is not a very threatening thing”

Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer October 4, 2024

The mood of the room shifted as a glass vial of two milligrams of sugar was passed around - the lethal amount of Fentanyl. “I didn’t want to believe that was happening to my daughter, but it was,”...

Coppell ISD is facing budgetary issues in response to insufficient state funding. To generate revenue, the district has been encouraging community involvement through the proposition of the Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election (VATRE) and discussions of school consolidations.

Breaking the bank

Sahasra Chakilam, Executive News Editor October 1, 2024

Careful savings can become vulnerable in the face of emergencies. As the state continues to shortchange public education and take away from crucial district resources, Coppell ISD is compelled to draw...

Coppell ISD trustee Nichole Bentley wipes away tears during the discussion to consolidate Pinkerton Elementary on Monday night at Vonita White Administration Building. The Board of Trustees determined that Pinkerton Elementary School would be consolidated with other CISD elementary schools due to the ongoing budget crisis.

Emotional meeting concludes with Board voting to consolidate Pinkerton

Caitlyn Concepcion, Staff Writer October 1, 2024

Editor’s note: This story has been updated from its original version. On Monday night, the Coppell ISD Board of Trustees voted 4-3 to consolidate Pinkerton Elementary School into other district elementary...

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