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Coppell Student Media

Some students debate current events and policy in school, while others are largely clueless about the news. The Sidekick editorial board thinks students should educate themselves appropriately.

It’s all about the details

Editorial Board February 11, 2022

As students, there is a weight on our shoulders for being the next leaders of the world. Whether it be choosing the leaders or becoming them, the future of tomorrow lies in the hands of the current  generations....

Coppell ISD had a lockdown drill in November and a fire drill in October. The Sidekick editorial board thinks students need to take school safety more seriously in order to be prepared for dangerous circumstances.

Editorial: Drill in on safety

Editorial Board December 15, 2021

On Oct. 6, an 18-year-old student opened fire at his high school in Arlington, killing one student and wounding one teacher. This is one of 21 high school shootings in the United States since August. On...

Many students take classes to boost their GPA or help their college applications. The Sidekick editorial board thinks high school students should be using their courses as a way to explore their interests instead.

Editorial: Use classes as an avenue for exploring interests

Editorial Board November 4, 2021

From forensic science to psychology, Coppell High School offers a variety of classes to accommodate students’ interests, no matter what that might be. Out of the 36 total Advanced Placement classes established...

Technology allows younger generations easy access to explicit content, which can affect maturity. The Sidekick thinks this increased exposure shapes growth and learning negatively.

Editorial: The kids are all grown up

Editorial Board October 1, 2021

Hey Siri. What’s the weather like today?  In an increasingly digital world, technology has become an essential part of everyday life. Long gone are the days of walking outside to test the weather,...

Generation Z has experienced several significant events that have exposed them to the real world. The Sidekick editorial board discusses why this new generation calls for a different way to educate and to learn.

Editorial: Our futures are not a group project

Editorial Board May 14, 2021

Generation Z is an x variable in the equation of the modern world. The oldest Gen Z is 24 years old, the youngest is 9. Not only are we mostly in the dark about what makes us unique as a generation, we’re...

The winter storm that hit Texas from Feb. 13-17 caused a lot of damage throughout a state not prepared for such severe weather. People within the state and around the country have been empathetic towards those affected and offered shelter in order to help.

Editorial: Snow melted our hearts

Editorial Board April 2, 2021

As numerous Coppell residents huddled under layers of blankets, it was easy to focus only on the moments they were living right then. The lack of power,  risk of burst pipes, inability to travel on snow-covered...

While society moves into a more progressive era, many minority groups do not feel included. The Sidekick editorial board thinks that a more inclusive community will benefit everyone.

Editorial: An inclusive community is a strong community

Editorial Board February 11, 2021

“Get back in the closet.” Regret. “Go back to your country.” Shame.  It’s 2021, a year where we are still dealing with a global pandemic, a year with a new president, a year where...

While Coppell ISD campuses have COVID-19 protocols and precautions, it is not possible for CISD to enforce them when students are not in school. The Sidekick editorial board thinks community guidelines should be created and followed to reduce the spread of COVID-19, even if inconvenient.

Editorial: Writing off COVID-19

Editorial Board December 31, 2020

Since March, Coppell has been forced to limit daily life in order to protect its citizens and keep businesses alive, all in order to restore normality sooner rather than later. This is due, in part, to...

The majority of Texas school districts, including Coppell ISD, teach abstinence-only or, in most cases, no sex education at all. The Sidekick editorial board thinks students should be taught sex education in school.

Editorial: Time for sex education to return to schools

Editorial Board November 5, 2020

Ignorance is not bliss, particularly when it compromises the safety and well being of others. Given that the only sex education we have had in Coppell is the puberty video in elementary school and the...

Editorial: Treat COVID-19 as a resource instead of a curse (with video)

Editorial Board October 2, 2020

What does not kill you makes you stronger.  While we should take the time to recognize and grieve what we have lost because of COVID-19, we need to shed some light on the situation so we do not drown...

A letter to the classes behind seniors: Appreciate each year

A letter to the classes behind seniors: Appreciate each year

Editorial Board May 15, 2020

Sparkling prom dresses with matching bow ties, graduation caps thrown in the air and the best year of high school. These all have come to define senior year, since the days where we were watching High...

Editorial: Remembering others during panic

Editorial: Remembering others during panic

Editorial Board April 20, 2020

On March 15, TikTok user Lauren Whitney posted a TikTok that has since gone viral regarding a diaper shortage. “To all you crazy people buying out all the diapers - how am I supposed to diaper my...

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