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Coppell Student Media

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Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Number of women in STEM remains stagnant

Number of women in STEM remains stagnant

Sruthi Boppuri, Staff Writer January 29, 2016

As the world continues to develop technologically, the importance of careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) has dramatically increased. However, the number of women who are actually...

Open carry became legal in Texas on January 1, 2016. Here are the basics of the law.

Open Carry Is Not Necessary

Nicolas Henderson, Staff Writer January 29, 2016

In a potentially revolutionary era for American politics, citizens have been constantly  battling between which politician is right on a multitude of topics facing our country right now, and at the forefront...

Cartoon by Thomas Rousseau.

Facts trump feelings

Emma Cummins, Editorial Page Editory January 29, 2016

Before writing this column I would like to establish one thing: I am a journalist and I deal with facts.   What I am about to write is not going to be politicized or adjusted for the possibility...

The unmarried stigma: why independence is an option

The unmarried stigma: why independence is an option

Sakshi Venkatraman, News Editor January 26, 2016

Apparently, it is wedding season in India.   The other day, I overheard a painfully familiar phone conversation take place between my mother and her aunt, who lives back home. They were discussing...

The dangerous art of social pressure, and social validation practiced within the digital realm

The dangerous art of social pressure, and social validation practiced within the digital realm

Briana Thomas, Staff Writer January 25, 2016

You’ve probably read the title by now, and have decided that this article is a complete waste of your time. Yet another piece by another hypocritical writer bashing on you for using social media, when...

The freedom of speech under our first amendment doesnt mean you have the freedom to offend.

Right to free speech does not mean right to offend

Grant Spicer, Staff Writer January 22, 2016

As a writer of the opinions section, I have learned a multitude of important details from fellow students on how to be a successful writer. The Sidekick prides itself on allowing its students to write...

Actor John Krasinski and Academy President Cheryl Boone Isaacs Straight Outta Compton as a nominee for Original Screenplay at the announcement of the 88th Academy Awards nominations during a live news conference on Jan. 14, 2016 at the Academys Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills, Calif. (Al Seib/Los Angeles Times/TNS)

People of color actors/actresses robbed of recognition second year in a row

Mallorie Munoz, Managing Editor January 22, 2016

There is a problem in Hollywood, and for once, it might have nothing to do with the over-glorified fame or fortune. As proven by the 2016 Oscar nominations, film is a whitewashed industry. For the second...

How to get through “Brighten” without it darkening your day

How to get through “Brighten” without it darkening your day

Chisom Ukoha, Staff Writer January 12, 2016

Brighten, an app made to send and receive anonymous compliments with your friends, has swept through Coppell and captivated many students. It was at first, used to send compliments and “brighten” a...

Espinosa expresses gratitude for extended family

Espinosa expresses gratitude for extended family

January 8, 2016

By Aisha Espinosa Staff Writer @aishaespinosa1   Twenty people crowd around a couch, squeezing together to fit into the frame of a picture. A gaggle of younger kids fill the space in front,...

Water bottles can reflect personality, benefit environment

Water bottles can reflect personality, benefit environment

Maggie Theel, Staff Writer January 8, 2016

Why should you use reusable water bottles? They are great for the environment, great for your budget and a great way to express yourself.   Reusable water bottles are a growing trend among high...

Graphic by Gabby Sahm

Starting off the New Year different; opening up to a new way of celebrating

January 8, 2016

By Gabby Sahm Staff Writer @gabbysahm   The time ticked by, almost seeming to slow down as we got to the final countdown. The room was filled with numerous families, most of which I...

Heres to 2016; heres to letting go, finding genuine happiness

Here’s to 2016; here’s to letting go, finding genuine happiness

January 8, 2016

By Sloane Samberson Managing Editor @SloaneSamberson   Happiness; “the state of being happy.” Happy: “feeling or showing pleasure or contentment.” Contentment: “a state of satisfaction.”...

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