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Coppell High School senior Yuvan Muruganandham volunteers at the Coppell Biodiversity Center and specializes in educating children during special events. Muruganandham was recognized for his hours of community service for the city of Coppell.

Muruganandham brings science to life through volunteering, TSA

Noor Fatima, Graphic designer • January 18, 2024

A smile escapes from Coppell High School senior Yuvan Muruganandham as he sits in front of the chess board, his king surrounded. His opponent - a young attendee at the Cozby library - giggles in victory...

Coppell senior forward Antonio Romo scores a layup against Hurst L.D. Bell on Dec. 1 at CHS Large Gym. Lewisville defeated Coppell in Tuesday’s game, 63-68.

Cowboys aiming for win against Wolves in District 6-6A action

E V Kennard, Saff Writer • January 16, 2024

The Coppell boys basketball takes on Plano West tonight at 7 p.m. at CHS Arena. Coppell is coming off a 61-56 victory over Plano on Friday. Coach Clint Schnell is looking for another solid performance...

Tipping culture is a controversial matter in America. CHS9 Editor Nyah Rama argues tipping is necessary to support the millions of workers depending on tips to earn a living wage. Graphic by Manasa Borra.

Tips crucial to minimum wage workers

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor • January 11, 2024

The bright white screen reflects back and on it are three words that leave you with a difficult choice: How much tip? Glaring back at you are the standard options alongside the no tip button. On...

Minimalism, an ideal once centered around living with only the bare necessities, seems to be taking on a new definition. The Sidekick staff designer Kavya Lokhande thinks modern minimalism has strayed from its roots into another excuse for excessive consumerism.

A blank dystopia

Kavya Lokhande, Staff Designer • December 15, 2023

You're bombarded with video after video of a home with a gorgeously dynamic color palette and beautiful architectural features then ‘fixed’ by painting all the walls a gray, beige or white and replacing...

Twenty-seven CHS9 teachers dressed in traditional Indian wear for Diwali celebrations, organized by Rasmita Pydisetti, on Nov. 10. Diwali is the Hindu celebration of the festival of lights and the triumph of good over evil.

Campus comes together in colorful, festive Diwali celebration

E V Kennard, Writer • December 14, 2023

Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights in which you’d come and celebrate ‘the victory over darkness.’ However, this year at the CHS9 campus, it was celebrated a little differently. On Nov. 10,...

Business Spectacle: The Lash Lounge (video)

Vibha Viswanath and Rhea Chowdhary • December 11, 2023

Ever wondered about the inner workings of a cosmetology business such as The Lash Lounge, operated by women who have devoted their time to perfecting the art of eyelashes?  The Sidekick visual media editor...

Coppell senior forward Arhan Lapsiwala passes to a teammate, with Horn sophomore guard Clinton Jones and senior guard Ethan Williams defending. Coppell defeated Horn, 57-55, at CHS Arena on Tuesday.

Coppell scrapes by with victory against Horn

Ava Johnson, Sports Assignment Editor • December 7, 2023

By the end of the third quarter, the Coppell boys basketball team was 13 points ahead of Horn, but by the end of the game, the Cowboys won by two.  On Tuesday, Coppell defeated Horn, 57-55, at CHS...

The transition from middle to high school can be a tough transition for many incoming freshmen. The Sidekick staff writer Isabella Callegaro Santos shares insightful tips to get good grades while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Graphic by Manasa Borra.

Freshman Forecast: Changing your mindset

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Writer • December 6, 2023

That time of every school year has come again. Studying for your next test, starting your next project, catching up on all your assignments. Now the content in your classes is harder, perhaps you are taking...

Coppell junior forward Nathan Rusch communicates on the court against Lake Dallas on Nov. 17 at CHS Arena. Coppell faces Mesquite Horn tonight at 7:30 p.m. at CHS Arena.

Coppell hosts Horn for nondistrict game

Ava Johnson, Sports Assignment Editor • December 5, 2023

The Coppell boys basketball team (8-3) faces Mesquite Horn (7-4) tonight at 7:30 p.m. at CHS Arena.  According to Coppell senior forward Antonio Romo, in the nondistrict season, players are focusing...

On the side of New Tech High @ Coppell, a sign welcomes visitors to the school’s Fall Festival in the campus parking lot on Oct. 28. The annual Fall Festival hosted by New Tech High @ Coppell brings a fun and festive spirit to the residents of Coppell.

New Tech High @ Coppell delights visitors with annual Fall Festival

Marli Field, Staff Writer • November 14, 2023
The annual Fall Festival is a staple of the autumn season at New Tech High @ Coppell on Oct. 28. In addition to its yearly haunted house, the event raises money for school funding and its booths are operated by students.
Human trafficking is a prevalent crisis worldwide and an issue needing to be addressed, according to The Sidekick staff writer Katie Park. Park thinks organizations can provide support towards the subject and how Coppell can take initiative towards the restoration of the lives of victims of sexual abuse. Sofia Exposito

Restoring lives of human trafficking survivors

Katie Park, Staff Writer • November 13, 2023

Sexual exploitation and human trafficking is a global issue, one that predominantly affects women of all ages, races and backgrounds throughout the world. They are left feeling worthless and abandoned...

Coppell sophomore Avery Ayres cheers as the Coppell football team plays Plano at Buddy Echols Field on Nov. 3. Ayres has been cheering competitively for 10 years and is on Coppell’s varsity cheer team

Ayres utilizing 10 years of experience on the field

Medha Kanamarlapudi, Staff Photographer • November 10, 2023

The cheers, the pom-poms and the halftime routines.  Behind the glitter lies a hardworking journey that Coppell sophomore varsity cheerleader Avery Ayres knows all too well.  Ayres began cheerleading...

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