• Coppell Smart City Board meets at City Hall on Monday
  • Coppell hosts the Veterans Plaza Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Town Center on Tuesday
  • Coppell City Council meets at City Hall on Tuesday
  • Coppell Future Oriented Approach to Residential Development meets at City Hall on Wednesday
  • Coppell Life Safety Park hosts a First Aid & CPR-AED Class on Thursday
  • CHS hosts Gold Lunch for eligible students on Friday
  • Coppell Choir hosts its Vivace! Show at CHS Auditorium on Friday
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Ahana Roy

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer

Ahana Roy is a junior and 2nd year staff designer on The Sidekick.

After moving to Texas in 2021, she discovered The Sidekick through her ninth grade Arts, A/V Technology class. She has a passion for drawing, designing and writing and is excited to be on the staff for another year.

Being an artistic person, Ahana loves drawing. You can usually find her cooped up on her chair drawing on her drawing tablet on weekends. In her free time Ahana loves reading romance webcomics and manga, playing RPG video games, and watching TV shows.

You can contact her at [email protected]

All content by Ahana Roy
As artificial intelligence use is rampant and more students plagiarize using it, educational facilities including Coppell ISD use AI to detect AI-generated writing. After an AI-detector gave The Sidekick staff writer Aashi Panchal a false positive, causing negative consequences, she thinks AI should not be used to detect AI.

[Photo] Challenging AI detection in education

Aashi Panchal, Staff Writer
November 12, 2025
Coppell High School art teacher Michelle Hauske’s family has a tradition of making and creating handmade outfits on Halloween. On Oct. 31, Hauske and her brother Colton Brandt pose with their handmade Lord of The Rings costumes. Photo courtesy Michelle Hauske

Gathering scraps for costumes embellishes a family tradition

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
November 7, 2025
Happy Meowlloween!

Happy Meowlloween!

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
October 31, 2025
A murti of Goddess Durga and her children Lakshmi, Saraswati, Ganesha and Kartikeya are displayed at Durga Puja on Sept. 26 at Coppell Middle School West. Progressive and Resilient Association - Noble American Mission hosted its third annual Durga Puja, featuring prayers, cultural performances, food and live music in order to honor the return of the Hindu goddess Durga after defeating Mahishasura. Photo by Ahana Roy

Durga Puja furthering bonds through celebration

Ahana Roy and Sohalia Reddy
October 9, 2025
The final season of “The Summer I Turned Pretty” released in September on Prime Video, which is based on the book. The Sidekick social media manager Pranavi Ramineni reviews the show and its themes of love and friendship along with the impact on teen audiences.

[Photo] “The Summer I Turned Pretty” closes with Season 3 finale

Pranavi Ramineni, Social Media Manager
October 3, 2025
The menstrual cycle affects girls each month, leaving them with cramps, anxiety and other symptoms. The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy provides tips on how to deal with these various symptoms while balancing life with school. Graphic by Karthika Dayanand

Guide to putting up with periods

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 30, 2025
The Sidekick editor-in-chief Yugaditya Talukdar curls a 40-pound dumbbell with 2.5 pound plates at Andrew Brown Park East. For Talukdar, they represent the journey lifting weights has taken him through.

[Photo] Letter from the Editor: A path through plates

Yug Talukdar, Executive Editor-In-Chief
September 25, 2025
As high schoolers transition into young adults, the amount of responsibilities they must take on increases every year. The Sidekick staff writer Aashi Panchal thinks taking on these responsibilities and preparing for adulthood early can make adulthood easier and less stressful. Graphic by Ahana Roy.

[Photo] Early responsibility does not steal youth

Aashi Panchal, Staff Writer
September 25, 2025
Coppell sophomore outside hitter Kaley Tweed blocks against Denton Guyer on Sept. 12 at CHS Arena. Tweed started playing out of admiration for other volleyball players and learned teamwork, focus and resilience through the sport. Photo by Eirene Park

Peek in JV: Cowgirl volleyball edition

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 19, 2025
KPop Demon Hunters, an animated Netflix movie centered around a K-pop girl group, broke records on Spotify with its music and became the most watched movie on Netflix. The Sidekick staff designer Shrika Elma highly recommends the movie. Graphic by Ahana Roy

[Photo] KPop Demon Hunters shows how it’s done, done, done

Shrika Elma, Staff Designer
September 18, 2025
Sabrina Carpenter broke records with her Short and Sweet album, and now she is back with a brand new one: Man’s Best Friend. The Sidekick staff writer Saanvi Singh reflects on the themes and hidden messages within Carpenter’s highly anticipated pop-rock album.

[Photo] Carpenter blends humor, narrative in album Man’s Best Friend

Saanvi Singh, Staff writer
September 16, 2025
This summer, the new Superman movie has brought out a resurgence of being a nerd when it comes to enjoying media like comics, alternative music and other fandoms through the viral “You need to nerd out!” TikTok trend. The Sidekick entertainment editor Marli Field thinks being a nerd displays your hobbies and interest, a huge part of who you are. Animation by Ahana Roy

[Photo] We need to nerd out

Marli Field, Entertainment Editor
September 15, 2025
Coppell freshman opposite hitter Taylor Mechsner and senior middle blocker Zoe Olsen attempt to block against Denton Guyer senior outside hitter Malayna Boyles at CHS Arena on Friday. The Cowgirls defeated the Wildcats, 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-12). Photo by Eirene Park

Cowgirls conquer Guyer in three-set win

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 14, 2025
Coppell junior middle blocker Finley Penniman hits against Richardson at CHS Arena on Aug. 26. Coppell plays Denton Guyer for the first District 5-6A match at CHS Arena at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Photo by Naseeha Masood

Cowgirls construct gameplan for first district match

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 12, 2025

Sidekick Showdown: The fuzzy monster taking the world by storm

Ahana Roy, Sohalia Reddy, and Safiya Azam
September 10, 2025
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[Photo] Hole lotta firsts: Bellendir, Coppell take gold

Namir Awan, Sports Editor
May 22, 2025
Coppell ISD has experienced various changes in school, such as Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt’s retirement, new policies and shifts in the district budget. Despite the unanticipated adjustments, The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy expresses her gratitude for the opportunities and memories Coppell High School offers to students. Graphic by Eirene Park

Fostering love for CISD despite uncertainty

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
May 15, 2025
Controversy around what is taught in classrooms has been prominent in Texas after Governor Greg Abbott signed a bill banning Critical Race Theory in the curriculum. The Sidekick staff writer Neha Nathwani thinks teaching diverse viewpoints is essential to maintain balance in perspectives on controversial topics in Texas education

[Photo] Secondary education needs exposure, not erasure

Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer
May 9, 2025

On the Record: Artists painting way into STEM careers

Ahana Roy and Sabah Uddin
May 8, 2025
Putting a price tag on senior prom

Putting a price tag on senior prom

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
April 30, 2025
Students often tend to lack motivation to stay productive in the last nine weeks of the school year. Staff writer Hiral Patel details the importance of staying motivated throughout the entire year. Graphic by Ahana Roy

[Photo] Locking in as end of year approaching not excuse to slack off

Hiral Patel, Staff Writer
April 15, 2025
Coppell junior infielder Madison Scott readies to bat at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated the Farmers, 15-0. Photo by Ahana Roy

Cowgirls grand slam Farmers in mercy game

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
April 14, 2025
Cowgirls senior center Jaden Warren bats against Lewisville in the second inning at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Lewisville, 15-0.

[Photo] Bringing the heat: Cowgirls dominate, enforces mercy rule on Farmers

Brody Sever, Photographer
April 11, 2025
Women’s History Month celebrates the women who play an important role in our lives. The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy expresses her gratitude for her mother, Indrani Roy. Photo courtesy Indrani Roy

Woman who made me: Attached at the hip

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
March 14, 2025
Teenagers often have an extensive screen time which can negatively impact their academic performance. The Sidekick staff writer Priyan Selveraj details how harmful excessive phone usage can be and how to limit it. Graphic by Ahana Roy

[Photo] Finding the right balance with your screen time

Priyadharshan Selvaraj Prabakaran, Staff Writer
March 12, 2025
The 2024-25 school year marks The Sidekick adviser Chase Wofford’s 20th year of teaching at Coppell High School. Previously, Wofford worked as a sports reporter with multiple area newspapers.

[Photo] Chasing the news: Wofford’s lessons reaching beyond D115

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor
March 7, 2025
Lewisville senior defender Lehany Salazar defends Coppell senior Annemarie Oilepo on Jan. 31 at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowgirls defeated the Farmers, 7-0. Photo by Sabah Uddin

Showdown to determine district leader

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
February 7, 2025
Choosing your high school courses

Choosing your high school courses

Nidhi Medicharla and Ahana Roy
February 3, 2025
A polar friend

A polar friend

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
December 13, 2024
The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy plays Genshin Impact to destress from a busy week. Roy is grateful to the role-playing game Genshin Impact for keeping her positive through tough times and allowing her to build new friendships. Photo illustration by Ahana Roy

Giving thanks: My escape from reality

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
November 14, 2024
Seniors Alex Halstead and Priti Bhandari enjoy a meal and boba tea at Tea Latte Bar during off-campus lunch. This Tuesday, students with perfect attendance will buy their meals from local restaurants during Purple Lunch. Photo by Ahana Roy

[Photo] Purple Lunch newest addition to off-campus lunches

Ayaan Haque, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
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[Photo] Behind the ballot: 2024 elections

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024
Coppell community members remove old plants and set up nets at the Coppell Community Gardens on Oct. 5. Coppell Community Gardens has brought together residents who love gardening since 1998. Photo by Sri Yadavalli.

Coppell Community Gardens: Retreating to the city’s green oasis

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
October 30, 2024
Legal rights relating to reproduction have been a controversial topic in politics for many years. The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy thinks reproductive rights are essential and should not be debated.

Keep female health out of politics

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
October 22, 2024
According to The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy, adults often assume that teens do not understand politics. Roy thinks teens are more involved in politics than adults realize.

Recognizing impact of youth in politics

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
October 10, 2024
A debate prompting women to question whether they would feel safer in the middle of the woods with a man or a bear has gained attention on the internet. The Sidekick staff designer Pranavi Ramineni thinks many women have been speaking up about their experiences with violence or assault and shocking statistics have been put forth.

[Photo] Man vs. Bear: Debate sparking crucial conversation on women’s safety

Pranavi Ramineni, Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
Teens often have difficulty focusing on tasks needing long-term attention, writes The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy. In this column, Roy shares ways to regain focus and increase attention spans. Graphic by Ahana Roy

Attention spans withering through screens

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 27, 2024
Did he text me back?

Did he text me back?

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 17, 2024
Coppell High School junior Anmol Deepak works on the code for his passion project ”Project Ambrosia” in the CHS Library on Sept 6. The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy thinks the competitiveness of college admissions takes the passion out of passion projects for many high school students.

No passion in passion projects

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 13, 2024
Coppell High School junior Harshvardhan Kumar, junior Ayaan Haque, senior Kyna Shah, senior Tanush Krishnamurthy, junior Aryaman Singh and senior Ashia Agarwal are members of the 2024-25 Model UN leadership team. Model UN is an organization where students act as delegates for the United Nations in order to learn about diplomacy and international relations.

2024-25 school year marks start of new Model U.N. chapter

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
September 5, 2024
Women in media are often thought to lack depth in character compared to their male counterparts. Staff photographer Sohana Singh thinks that women in the media are portrayed as if they can only be one thing due to misogynistic norms. Graphic by Ahana Roy.

[Photo] One-dimensional female characters fall flat

Sohana Singh, Staff Photographer
September 5, 2024
@coppell_track_xc boys and girls varsity teams competed at the Luke’s Locker Relay on Aug. 24 at Norbuck Park in Dallas. The teams placed fifth and sixth place respectively, looking ahead to the Marcus Coach T. invitational on Saturday.

Cross Country Luke’s Relay Recap 08/24

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
August 29, 2024

[Video] Dee puts on a show through ASL:(with video)

Noor Fatima, Staff designer
May 17, 2024
A Summer Dream

A Summer Dream

Ahana Roy
May 9, 2024
Coppell Colorguard wins second place at the NTCA state championship with "In Fantasia." On Sunday April 7, varsity colorguard participated in the Scholastic Open NTCA state competition at the CHS arena.

Colorguard places second in state competition with magical performance

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
April 17, 2024
Coppell High School statistics teacher Kailee Martin is in her first year at CHS. She has worked in medicine, taught preschool and first grade prior to coming to CHS.

[Photo] Martin’s journey: From medicine to first grade to statistics

Sanghika Pallela, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 student Vibhav Rajan plays the trumpet for Coppell Band. Rajan placed third for his trumpet solo and earned a spot as the only Coppell freshman in the Texas All-State band.

[Photo] Rajan solos his way to All-State Band as only freshman

Sanghika Pallela, Staff Writer
March 2, 2024
Meow Meow

Meow Meow

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
February 28, 2024
At Coppell High School, there are consequences for submitting homework late, with increasingly severe punishments as each late day passes. The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy evaluates the positives and negatives of these late-grade policies.

New late grade policy implements time management skills amongst students

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
February 2, 2024
Academic pressure and competitiveness in high school can be very harmful to students. The Sidekick staff writer Ishana Sharma details how academic pressure puts students down.

[Photo] Academic competitiveness demotivates rather than motivates

Ishana Sharma, Staff Writer
January 24, 2024
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[Photo] Priced out of the playground

Manasa Borra, Staff Designer
December 11, 2023
Coppell High School sophomore Arshia Joshi displays the logo she designed for the Friends of Coppell Nature Park. Coppell digital art students designed logos for the Friends of Coppell Nature Park, a nonprofit organization promoting environmental sustainability and preservation.

[Photo] Digital art crafts fresh logos for Friends of Coppell Nature Park

Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer
December 7, 2023
Mirror Mirror

Mirror Mirror

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
November 15, 2023
Many fast-paced learners are forced to match the pace of the class, causing them to be less productive, according to The Sidekick staff designer Jayden Chui. Chui thinks learners should be allowed to have autonomy over their learning and go at their own pace.

[Photo] One-size-fits-all classroom rules stifle student potential

Jayden Chui, Staff Designer
November 15, 2023
Many people across the globe feel alienated because of their culture. The Sidekick staff designer Ahana Roy writes about why diversity is so important within a community.

Un-Alienated: Embracing diversity within a community

Ahana Roy, Staff Designer
November 1, 2023
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