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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

Diwali and Halloween fall on the same day this year. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally thinks it is important to celebrate both. Graphic by Kirsten Schnock

A celebration of light and fright

Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer October 31, 2024

Two outfits lay on my bed: my “Wednesday Addams” Halloween costume and my pink lehenga. What should I pick? I am an Indian American. I was born and raised in the United States, but I hold my Indian...

On Sept. 30, the CISD Board of Trustees voted to consolidate Pinkerton Elementary School, impacting the community. The Sidekick staff writer Neha Nathwani recollects her experience at Pinkerton and how it has shaped her into who she is today. Photo illustration by Anvita Bondada and Safiya Azam

Once a Pinkie, always a Pinkie

Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

Mud pies. Gel pens. The teachers’ lounge.  When I enrolled at Pinkerton Elementary School as a fourth grader in 2017, I noticed the vibrant posters, spirited teachers and welcoming peers the moment...

The Sidekick staff photographer Marli Field questions why women in society must constantly try to distance themselves from others to stand out. Field thinks the idea of trying to “not be like other girls” is not always a positive one.

You are like other girls, and that’s OK

Marli Field, Staff Photographer October 24, 2024

Throughout my life, I’ve noticed a pattern in the media I consume.  There’s a girl, and she meets a guy. Then, the girl shares a part of her personality he had never noticed, and boom, somehow...

The vice presidential debate between Senator J.D. Vance and Governor Tim Walz was broadcasted by CBS News on Oct. 1. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir thinks the vice presidential debate is indicative of a more intellectual and respectful future for American politics.

Vice presidential 2024 debate recap: Respect in America

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer October 8, 2024

On Oct. 1, the recent vice presidential debate between Senator J.D. Vance and Governor Tim Walz took part, intending to highlight many key differences between the two VP candidates. In a surprise to many,...

The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama has experience in being seen as “different.” She advocates for students to embrace their quirky personality traits rather than follow societal expectations.

Antonym of elegance

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor October 7, 2024

“Manasa! Nrithya!” I scream as I run down the sloping sidewalk of the bus loop, AirPods in hand. I keep running, accidentally dropping and kicking my AirPods clear across the sidewalk, watching...

Political cartoons have served as a creative way to express an opinion on a political candidate. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally thinks that political memes on social media have a positive influence on the current campaign.

The reel truth: Memeification of 2024 presidential election helps many sectors of society

Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer September 30, 2024

“You think you just fell out of a coconut tree?” As I scroll through reels after school, my feed is flooded by political memes, ranging from videos of cats’ hilariously surprised expressions after...

High school is a time for students to find their identity and make irreplaceable memories. Coppell senior and The Sidekick editorial page editor Aliza Abidi reflects on how her time in the program has given her resilience and determination in preparation for her future. Photo by Rhea Choudhary.

Senior column: From me to another you

Aliza Abidi, Editorial Page Editor May 17, 2024

Dear future Aliza Abidi,  On your first day of high school, you had planned to write a letter to yourself to open when you became a senior. At the time it seemed futile and humorous, so you procrastinated....

Despite the language barrier, one of The Sidekick staff writer Elizabeth De Santiago’s favorite genres of music is Japanese rap. The genre has helped De Santiago become more confident in herself and who she is. Photo Illustration by Aasritha Yanamala

Japanese rap motivates me beyond language barriers

Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer May 16, 2024

I stare at the blinking cursor on my screen for what feels like hours. I start looking around everywhere but my screen. I have never noticed the texture of that wall before, I have never felt how comfy...

The Sidekick staff writer Anvita Bondada walks to lunch with features editor Anushree De, which is a daily ritual for the two. Bondada considers De a role model to her.

An ode to The Sidekick’s seniors: Anushree De

Anvita Bondada, Staff Writer May 6, 2024

“My name is pronounced Anu De. A way to remember is that it sounds like ‘a new day’”  The essence of a new day is only one way to describe Coppell High School senior and The Sidekick features...

The concept of what a real man or woman is has been passed down through many generations. High schoolers can end up doubting themselves if they do not match the stereotypical man or woman. The Sidekick staff designer Sohalia Reddy talks about her personal experiences with not fitting the idea of the ideal woman.

I’m still a girl

Sohalia Reddy, Staff Desginer April 30, 2024

I would describe my 4-year-old self as very girly.  Back then, I kept my hair styled as a short bob. I decked myself in as many dresses and skirts as possible. I always wanted to try makeup and jumped...

Out of the core academic subjects, high schoolers tend to brush off social studies classes, not understanding how a lack of knowledge in this subject could harm them in the future. The Sidekick staff writer Yug Talukdar thinks learning social studies is essential for students’ understanding of the world around them.

Stop sleeping on social studies

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer April 8, 2024

“When will we ever use this?,” students in history class groan, as the teacher announces another test full of past events, seemingly unrelated to their current lives. The study of societies, past...

Coppell Town Center holds the 2024 Dallas County primary elections on Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Sidekick staff writer Yug Talukdar thinks people should focus more on local politics in order to improve their communities.

Local politics needs more attention

Yug Talukdar, Staff Writer March 4, 2024

“Why are there so many potholes on this road?” “Why did they start building a new rail line?” “When is this traffic light going to be fixed?” These day-to-day issues are noticed by...

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