• CHS has Senior Awards at CHS Arena from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesday.
  • Seniors have Senior Day Picnic at Andrew Brown Park East at 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday.
  • Seniors have graduation at Buddy Echols Field at 7 p.m. on Friday.
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Aarnav Yarlagadda

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer

Aarnav is a junior and a staff writer for The Sidekick. He loves to play video games with his friend, and his favorite game is Halo Infinite. Aarnav enjoys reading news because he likes learning various pieces of information around the world. Aarnav is excited for his first year at The Sidekick. 

You can contact him at [email protected].

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The Sidekick staff writer Aarnav Yarlagadda shares his appreciation for staff photographer Maanav Subramaniam. Senior Send-off is a series of recognitions for graduating Sidekick seniors. Photo by Greeshma Marathu

Senior Send-off: Blunt, bold and built for horsepower

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer
May 9, 2025
Sending off The Sidekick's seniors

Sending off The Sidekick’s seniors

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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
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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
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The Coppell High School parking lot unloads with student drivers and parents after school, causing congestion in the student pick-up system. The Sidekick staff writer Aarnav Yarlagadda thinks CHS students could benefit from an improved traffic system with student volunteering, police guidance and staggered dismissal time. Photo illustration by Aarnav Yarlagadda

Student pick-up needs a revamp

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer
April 10, 2025
CHS9 AP computer science teacher Seneca Hart guides students Juana Arun, Naina Srithaj and Tanya Yadav through their code after the group competed in the 12th annual Digital Divas 2025 hackathon. The team excelled in the hackathon on Feb. 8 at Plano West Senior High School despite having minimal coding experience.

[Photo] Newcomers secure third place at hackathon

Naseeha Masood, Staff Writer
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Coppell High School security attendant Liza Petrova holds the door open at the north entrance for students arriving in the morning on March 7. Petrova fosters a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for students through her friendly interactions.

[Photo] Behind the doors: Petrova creating safe space for students through compassion

Maddy Park, Staff Photographer
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Coppell High School junior Driti Gajjela was announced as DECA District 11 president at the DECA District Career Development Conference on Jan. 14 at Irving Convention Center. District officers oversee regional events and represent local chapters throughout the year.

Following in the footsteps of a legacy

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer
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CHS9 Algebra I teacher Gunjan Jain showcases mementos on her classroom board from her seven years of teaching. Jain creates a welcoming and fun-filled environment to make learning enjoyable for her students. Photo by Aarnav Yarlagadda.

[Photo] CHS9 Teacher of the Issue: Jain modeling math as stress free

Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar, Staff Writer
December 16, 2024
Coppell High School senior Siddharth Bellam conducts the Coppell Marching Band during the halftime performance of its 2024 show, “OrganIC,” at the football game against Flower Mound Marcus on Nov. 7. Bellam serves as the Head Drum Major of the Coppell Marching Band, leading the program through commitment and dedication.

Bellam strikes right note as Head Drum Major

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer
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