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Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Malhotra strives through DCI

Dayami Granados, Staff Photographer November 20, 2024

Drums Corps International (DCI) is an organization that  explores the artistic and musical depths of marching band. Being a part of DCI includes a very competitive audition process, including thousands...

Coppell High School Computer Science teacher Kha Nguyen teaches his seventh period class on Oct. 17. Nguyen is a new teacher at CHS, however, his engaging teaching methods have received a welcoming reception from students. Photo illustration by Maddy Park and Minori Kunte

A fresh start: Nguyen inspiring student growth through technology

Sri Yadavalli, Staff Photographer November 19, 2024

In room C106, the soft clicking and clacking of keyboards fills the space as students dive into coding exercises with Coppell High School’s newest AP Computer Science teacher Kha Nguyen standing in the...

Coppell High School librarian Trisha Goins spent 20 years as a digital learning coach prior to becoming a librarian. Goins strives to make students enjoy coming to the library.

Faculty Focus: Goins welcoming students to library, creating lasting impact

Riya Suresh, Staff Writer November 19, 2024

Faculty Focus is a student life series featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department each week.  Coppell High School librarian Trisha Goins hosts a plethora of events, hoping...

Sixth Sense empowering through self defense (video)

Samantha Huang, Staff Photographer November 18, 2024

Sixth Sense Martial Arts provides self-defense teaching to many in the Coppell community. Watch The Sidekick staff photographer Samantha Huang’s video as she talks to a martial arts coach, parents and...

Coppell High School geometry teacher Phillip Smith recounts his hiking experiences through photographs in his classroom. Although injured in a hiking accident, Smith retains his love for the activity. Photo by Cato Ware

Smith climbing cold mountains

Reece Murry, Staff Writer November 15, 2024

At more than 6,000 feet, Coppell High School geometry teacher Philip Smith learned a lesson. “My first mistake was going alone,” Smith said. When Smith reached the trailhead of Vesper Peak in...

Coppell High School Student Services North receptionist Amy Praytor was originally an elementary school teacher and small business owner prior to returning to education. Praytor aims to foster connections with students.

Faculty Focus: Praytor striving to create open space for all students

Gia Ajani, Staff Writer November 14, 2024

Faculty Focus is a student life series, featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department, each week. Coppell High School Student Services North receptionist Amy Praytor develops...

Coppell High School sophomore Mohammad Saleh, seniors Zaid Syed and Safiya Mohammed and juniors Ayesha Imran and Aisha Qama leads the Muslim Student Association together. MSA works to uplift the Muslim community at CHS. Photo by Ananya Narala

Muslim Student Association building faith, understanding

Aniketh Vakayil Maheshkumar, Staff Photographer November 6, 2024

Smiles filled room E203 as Muslim Student Association members took pictures supporting Palestine. As students’ faces lit with joy, they knew they could count on their community to support them. “Sometimes...

Coppell High School seniors Best Buddies secretary Christian Reyes, president Esha Patel, social media manager Railey Mathine, vice president Rhea Chowdhary and sponsor Courtney Pope are the new leadership of the Best Buddies Club. Best Buddies brings together students with and without disabilities, offering them opportunities to connect with their community, build friendships and make new connections.

Best Buddies opening arms to new ventures

Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Writer October 30, 2024

In the bustling halls of Coppell High School, laughter and camaraderie fill the air as the Best Buddies Club works to foster a community of friendship. Students engage in heartfelt conversations and shared...

Coppell High School United States History teacher Hank Cinnamon helps sophomore Angel Gonzales review test questions. Cinnamon fosters a safe and engaging environment in the classroom.

Faculty Focus: Cinnamon sprinkling humor, life experiences into history classes

Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer October 29, 2024

Faculty Focus is a student life series, featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department, each week.  Coppell High School United States History teacher Hank Cinnamon, deeply...

Coppell High School senior Red Cross Club president Tvisha Jindal is an executive line of service officer for the American Red Cross North Texas. Jindal aims to strengthen disaster readiness and safety awareness throughout the organization.

Jindal applying public health advocacy through American Red Cross

Naseeha Masood, Staff Writer October 28, 2024

Coffee is brewing, servers are yelling out names, it all feels like a normal day at local Coppell cafe George’s Coffee & Provisions in 2022, abruptly interrupted with alarming gunshots ringing deep...

Coppell High School senior Larry Lui prepares to film “The Buzz” for  KCBY-TV, Coppell’s student-run TV station. Liu’s activities allow him to connect with various students and positively impact the school.

Liu illustrating success on, off camera

Moukthika Palli, Staff Writer October 25, 2024

The soft glow of a computer screen illuminates Coppell High School senior Larry Liu's face as he puts the finishing touches on an assignment for KCBY-TV. Nearby, a half-finished oil painting patiently...

Coppell High School senior Jack Mancuso films Coppell’s home football game against Little Elm at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 11. Mancuso is an active videographer for both KCBY-TV, Coppell’s student-run TV station, and One Shot Media, his personal videography business.

Mancuso molding moments through videography

Safiya Azam, Staff Designer October 23, 2024

Emotions run rampant as fans holler, watching the Coppell football team score a touchdown, as players’ faces beading with sweat on a warm fall evening at Buddy Echols Field. For many, these moments...

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