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Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Coppell High School sophomore Sarah Kays and senior Czeslawa Kays embrace one another in the theater room on May 2. Czeslawa finds ways to connect with her autistic and nonverbal sister through dance and involvement in CHS theater.

Kays sisters bonding through dance

Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer May 15, 2025

Sophomore Sarah Kays follows the rhythm of the weekly Friday morning music in the Coppell High School main hall. Her sister, senior Czeslawa Kays, dances by her side.  Sarah creates a new, unique...

Dear sophomores, here is some advice

Rachel Chio and Naseeha Masood May 14, 2025

With the 2024-25 school year ending, rising sophomores will be transitioning to the Coppell High School campus, with new hallways, teachers, people and obstacles. In this video, sophomores can gain advice...

Coppell High School French teacher Nathalie Deines teaches her sixth period class about conversing in French on April 30. Deines celebrates active participation and has been selected as The Sidekick Volume 36 No. 6 Teacher of the Issue.

Teacher of the Issue: Deines bringing France into picture

Neev Chickermane, Staff Writer May 14, 2025

Upon entering Coppell High School room C127, you are immediately greeted by the sound of laughter, music and lively chatter. This is a normal day in French teacher Nathalie Deines’s class.  Her roots...

Seniors trekking onto unique trails post-graduation

Seniors trekking onto unique trails post-graduation

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor May 8, 2025

Joseph Kysiak Water. Pipes. Screws. Sinks. These are commonplace throughout thousands of homes in Coppell. However, they hold memories and a future for Coppell High School senior Joseph Kysiak. Entering...

Coppell High School Spanish teacher Maria Delgado compares Spanish and English words to contrast pronunciations between the languages in her seventh period class. Delgado fosters understanding by utilizing interactive learning.

Faculty Focus: Delgado finding her voice, from music to teaching

Riya Suresh, Staff Writer May 6, 2025

Faculty Focus is a student life series featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department each week.  Coppell High School Spanish teacher Dr. Maria Delgado approaches teaching...

Coppell High School senior Jackson Chen is the class of 2025 salutatorian. Chen attributes his success to discipline and maintaining a well-rounded and humble perspective, rather than chasing a title.

Chen’s consistency paying off in salutatorian spotlight

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer May 6, 2025

For Jackson Chen, Coppell High School’s class of 2025 salutatorian, academic success did not come from late-night cramming or chasing perfection. Instead, it came from something simpler — consistency,...

Coppell High School 2025 valedictorian Ashia Agarwal used her upbringing in India to inspire her journey in founding EcoSummit, a nonprofit aimed at expanding environmental awareness. Agarwal is committed to Duke University next fall, where she plans to major in environmental science and policy. (Photo illustration by Hannah Vipin and Katie Park)

Agarwal sustaining environment through application development

Katie Park, Staff Writer May 2, 2025

Perfect grades. Stellar extracurriculars.  Formula 1 race car driving enthusiast. One may describe Coppell High School 2025 valedictorian Ashia Agarwal as the all-knowing genius, but she is more...

Coppell High School math teacher Ming Yang reviews with her seventh period class before a quiz on April 10. Yang personally engages and connects with her students to further their understanding of math.

Faculty Focus: Yang blends academic rigor, student engagement

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer April 24, 2025

Faculty Focus is a student life series featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department each week. Coppell High School math teacher Ming Yang engages students in the classroom...

Inside the cafeteria: Going behind the scenes of school lunch

Aashi Panchal and Neev Chickermane April 24, 2025

Every day, 2,000 students buy lunch from the Coppell High School cafeteria. In the cafeteria, workers put hours of effort into managing the lunch lines, cooking the food and serving the students. Watch...

Coppell High School government teacher Aaron Bunten shares his passion for civic responsibilities so his students can understand their role in the government. Bunten aims for his students to be more involved in civil engagement.

Faculty Focus: Bunten inspiring civic engagement through government education

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer April 14, 2025

Faculty Focus is a student life series featuring a faculty member at Coppell High School, rotating by department each week. Coppell High School government teacher Bunten brings passion and authenticity...

Denton Creek Elementary School was the 10th elementary school to open in Coppell and has been around for 18 years. Despite some changes being made this summer, the school remains deeply rooted in its long-standing traditions and events.

School of the Week: Timeless traditions rooted within new look

Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle & Wellness Editor April 10, 2025

The 10th elementary school to be opened in Coppell ISD, Denton Creek Elementary School opened in 1997. Fifth grade teacher Kathy Struck has been teaching at the school for 25 years, and as much as the...

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