Upcoming Events
  • On Friday, Andy Brown Park East hosts a Sunset Social: Movie in the Park, airing Moana at 6:30-9 p.m.
  • On Friday, Coppell High School Junior World Affairs Council holds Heritage Night from 7-11 p.m. at CHS Large and Small Commons.
  • On Saturday, Coppell Historical Society holds Hop Into Spring at Coppell Historical Museum from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
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Coppell Student Media

Coppell High School hosted the TSA regional competition on Jan. 26-27. This year,120 students from Coppell advanced to the state level. Photo courtesy Tanvi Nikam.

Coppell dominates at TSA regionals

Ishana Sharma, Staff Writer March 5, 2024

The Technology Student Association (TSA) State Conference is April 4-6 in Fort Worth. Previously, the regional competition was held at Coppell High School on Jan. 26-27. There were a total of 40 events...

Where are you getting your news? (video)

Greeshma Marathu, Staff Writer March 4, 2024

News is a crucial part of understanding how the world works. Coppell High School students and Principal Laura Springer share how they stay updated on using preferred news sources. Watch The Sidekick staff...

Valley Ranch Elementary School’s playground equipment is rusted and showing wear and tear. Proposition A of the Coppell ISD Bond Package allows for playground renovations for all district elementary schools aside from Canyon Ranch Elementary School.

Playground pioneers

Namir Awan, Staff Writer March 4, 2024

Wind blows through your  hair  as you swing back and forth. The feeling of rust scraping your fingers as you clench the metal poles evokes a sense of nostalgia. Walking across the playground you notice...

Got You Covered 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 2023-24 school year.

Got You Covered: 3/4-3/10

Sahasra Chakilam, News Editor March 4, 2024

Parks and Recreation Board meets today at 5 p.m. at Town Center. Today, the Smart City Board meets at 6:30 p.m. at Town Center.  On Wednesday, Coppell Cozby Library & Community Commons hosts...

IB Environmental science and IB Aquatic science students tested the water at the Town Center pond for pollution and acidity on Oct. 11, 2023. The classes are using their results and research to actively devise a solution to the pollution in and around the pond.

IB science students work to improve local pond conditions

Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer March 1, 2024

Ten years ago, science teacher Holly Anderson started a project with the Coppell High School IB Environmental Science class and the IB Aquatic Science class to examine natural algae and evaluate the water...

Coppell High School senior Tanya Nikan answers a question regarding local issues related to plastic use and pollution. Eco Club held the first Sustainability Summit in the CHS Auditorium on Wednesday, an event aimed towards raising awareness of plastic and sustainability methods in local communities.

Eco Club introduces inaugural Sustainability Summit

Sabah Uddin, Staff Writer February 29, 2024

Eco Club held its inaugural Sustainability Summit in the Coppell High School Auditorium at 6 p.m. on Wednesday. The Summit aimed to spread awareness and initiate change in Coppell’s community on issues...

Celebrating Black History Month at Cozby Library & Community Commons (video)

Greeshma Marathu and Minori Kunte February 29, 2024

Local community leaders Minister Crystal Bates, Valley Ranch Elementary School Principal Cynthia Arterbery and Harp Essence musician Grace Johnson elaborate on what Black History Month means to them and...

Coppell ISD recognized campus teachers of the year and new zoning of elementary schools in a school board meeting at the Vonita White Administration building on Monday.

Board discusses elementary zoning in Cypress Waters

Niharika Tallapaka, Staff Writer February 29, 2024

On Monday, the Coppell ISD Board of Trustees discussed how zoning and transferring students in elementary schools would affect students, parents and school capacities near Cypress Waters.  Coppell...

The Coppell DECA chapter is recognized for its accomplishments and represents Februarys career and technological education Month. The Coppell City Council held its usual meeting on Tuesday night.

Council cancels upcoming municipal general election, declares February Career and Technical Education Month

Sohana Singh, Staff Photographer February 29, 2024

On Tuesday, the Coppell City Council approved the cancellation of the May 4 General Municipal Election. The offices of Mayor and Place 2, Place 4 and Place 6 are all unopposed on the ballot. Incumbents...

The Hopeful Neighborhood Project director of community programming Jennifer Prophete explains the benefits of observing positive aspects of ones community during the Discover the Gifts Session at the Tri-City Neighborhood Summit. On Saturday, the second annual Tri-City Neighborhood Summit was held at Lewisville Thrive in collaboration with the City of Coppell and the Town of Flower Mound to strengthen community bonds.

Second annual tri-city neighborhood summit promotes community awareness, relationships

Sahasra Chakilam, News Editor February 26, 2024

LEWISVILLE -- On a Saturday morning, in one single space, a multitude of community members and leaders from different neighboring cities came together to recognize the strengths of one another’s areas...

Got You Covered 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 2023-24 school year.

Got You Covered: 2/26-3/3

Sahasra Chakilam, News Editor February 26, 2024

Today, Coppell ISD Board of Trustees meets at 6 p.m. in the boardroom of the Vonita White Administration Building.  On Tuesday, Coppell City Council meets at 7:30 p.m. in the council chambers at...

#SJW2024: The Sidekick staff shares what journalism means to them (video)

Rhea Chowdhary, Video Editor February 23, 2024

Happy Scholastic Journalism Week! Throughout this week, the Journalism Education Association celebrates student journalism and its impact on the community. The Sidekick staff shares what journalism means...

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