I have a strong disconnect between my personality, looks and identity. I look “Black,” my hair is braided and my complexion is light brown. But, I've never been to a cookout, I don’t know all the...

Tyler Okonma (Tyler, The Creator) has been pushing the boundaries of hip-hop for more than a decade. His genre bending, introspective lyricism, surreal visuals and fashion have all impacted the world of...

I slide my finger across the beaten cover of my taped up sketchbook, my hands yearning to turn the pages to where I left off last week.  It has been calling my name. As I ponder which one of my...

In the shadow of darkness, illuminating Coppell’s Election Day was the red, white and blue lights casting its glow on town center as voters stepped in to cast their ballots. On Tuesday, Coppell voters...

Nestled in the heart of the Metroplex, residents often remark on Coppell's unique charm. The city provides a sense of independence from the larger urban area it lies in, but this does not allow its youth...

“Make sure you vote for your homecoming king and queen before the deadline,” Coppell High School Student Council sponsor Benjamin Stroud says during afternoon announcements. Yet, despite his impassioned...

As I sit in my AP Calculus AB class, I stare intensely at a worksheet filled with equations and tables. Even though my teacher explained the concept just minutes ago, I have forgotten everything. All the...

As students settle into their seats in room C237, they are greeted with a smile and endless enthusiasm by Coppell High School English teacher Laura Salamone, ready to start the class with an adventure...

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...

In this video, The Sidekick staff photographer Yoshita Sanivarpu visits Barre3 owner Kiki Thorn to learn more about her fitness studio. Watch as Thorn explains how she got into this business, what Barre3...

Ever since she was young, Coppell High School senior Viktoria Pomposhova felt a connection to the performing arts. Now, she moves across the stage with ease, her graceful movements captivating the attention...

While joining the military requires endless training and hard work, Coppell High School senior Brooklyn Branum is confident in her abilities to fulfill her dreams.  Following in her grandfather Sergeant...