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Angelina Liu

Angelina Liu, Visual Media Editor

Angelina is a junior and the visual media editor for The Sidekick. In her free time, she likes to listen to music, spend time with friends and thrift. You can contact her at [email protected] or follow her on twitter @angelinaliiu.

All content by Angelina Liu

Howard surpasses 1,000 career points in record-tying win

January 26, 2022
From George Coppell to... new years resolutions

From George Coppell to… new year’s resolutions

January 22, 2022

Sweet Tea Review: Coppell Deli, Anamia’s and Hat Creek Burger Company

January 16, 2022
Coppell Fire Chief Kevin Richardson presents the updated emergency protocol response plan to the council on Tuesday. In addition to hearing the updated protocol, the council approved planning of a ‘Visiting Coppell’ campaign.

[Photo] City prepares for potential repeat of February freeze

January 14, 2022
Coppell High School International Baccalaureate Diploma Coordinator Michael Brock, other IB teachers and administrators decided in February that creating a booster club would help the IB program foster stronger connections with the community. The CHS IB Booster Club is hosting an IB Diploma Graduation and Induction Ceremony to recognize the Class of 2020 and 2021 IB graduates and induct Class of 2023 junior into the IB program.

[Photo] Booster club buttresses IB program through multiple avenues

December 10, 2021
From George Coppell to... being out of the closet in professional life

From George Coppell to… being out of the closet in professional life

December 10, 2021
Rapper Travis Scott performs at the Astroworld Festival on Nov. 5. The festival, run by Scott’s concert team, experienced a deadly crowd surge which claimed 10 lives.

Local attendees reflect over dangerous festival

December 9, 2021
Although being alone is often seen as undesirable, loneliness tends to empower and help one to self discover. The Sidekick visual media editor Angelina Liu sheds light upon the beauty in being alone.

The beauty in independence

December 9, 2021
Coppell High School junior Tanai Prathapam trims a wood block to fit his CO2 dragster for his physics two class during first period on Friday. Prathapam is a UNICEF officer and an aspiring engineer.

[Photo] Prathapam puts effort in the present to pursue engineering

December 9, 2021
Coppell High School chemistry teacher reacts to Principal Laura Springers announcement over the campus intercom on Friday during fourth period. Springer announced Kimball is the 2021-22 CHS Teacher of the Year.

[Photo] Kimball announced as Teacher of the Year

December 3, 2021
The Sidekick staff writer Shrayes Gunna gives thanks to his Asian heritage which influences his everyday life. Gunna’s Asian identity lends itself to his personality and what he is thankful for.

[Photo] Giving thanks: Being Asian American is an indescribable beauty

November 19, 2021
From George Coppell to... college applications from the educators perspective

From George Coppell to… college applications from the educators’ perspective

November 17, 2021
Coppell sophomore guard Ella Spiller leads a fast breaks against Frisco Centennial at the CHS Arena on Friday. The Cowgirls beat Frisco Centennial, 81-42, in their first home game.

Cowgirls triumph over Titans in home opener

November 6, 2021
Coppell South Asian seniors Rudra Raval, Jaserah Chowdary and Arsalan Rivsi wear culturally significant clothing while juxtaposing the classic American diner. In recent years, South Asian immigration has risen significantly within Coppell, and Coppell ISD continues to develop and diversify to accommodate new incoming students.

[Photo] Making a new home

November 5, 2021
Coppell junior guard Julianna Lamendola looks for a pass against Flower Mound on Feb. 12. The Coppell Cowgirls face Frisco Centennial tonight at 6:30 p.m. in CHS Arena.

Girls basketball plays season opener against Frisco Centennial at home

November 5, 2021
The Cozby Library and Community Commons offers patrons with books, study spaces, movies and games. Last week, Courtney Ferrell’s English IV class visited the library to learn about the various spaces and resources available for students.

[Photo] Opening a window of opportunities through the library

November 2, 2021
From George Coppell to my culture is not your costume

From George Coppell to my culture is not your costume

October 29, 2021
Lord Huron’s fourth studio album Long Lost released May 23 and is composed of 16 tracks. Lord Huron’s recording studio, the Whispering Pines Studio, inspired the album with its vintage aesthetics and eerie clouded history.

Lord Huron searches for Long Lost familiarity in time’s blur

October 21, 2021
New Tech High @ Coppell freshman Issi Neufeld enjoys a chocolate chip cookie with a glass of milk in her living room on Oct. 10. Over the years, Neufeld has gained competitive baking experience on Season 5 of the “Kids Baking Championship” and Season 9 of “Chopped Junior”.

[Photo] From home cooking to Chopped Junior: National platforms showcasing Neufeld’s love for baking (with video)

October 20, 2021
Coppell varsity sophomore swimmer Sean Li competes in the men’s 100-meter breaststroke at the Coppell Family YMCA on Monday. The annual Vaquero Battle returned from a year of hiatus featuring a cannonball competition and fun student/teacher games.

[Photo] Vaquero Battle reinforces community through a bounty of fun

October 20, 2021
The Coppell High School varsity color guard prepares for the preliminary performance of “Carousel” at the 2021 Bands of America Super Regional Championships at Pennington Field in Bedford on Saturday. The CHS varsity band took fifth place in the BOA Super Regional Championships.

Hard work pays off on whimsical Carousel

October 12, 2021
Coppell ISD and Durham School Services have been struggling to find bus drivers for the 2021-22 school year. Coppell students have been affected by inconsistent pick-up and drop-off times. Photo by Angelina Liu

[Photo] Bus driver shortages causing delays for students

October 7, 2021
Cowboy Carl hypes up Coppell High School students at the pep rally at Buddy Echols Field on Sept. 13. Cowboy Carl is a staple mascot at CHS events. Photo by Angelina Liu

[Photo] A mascot and more

October 7, 2021
Coppell freshman free safety Weston Polk tackles Plano West senior wide receiver Resse Gunby at John Clark Stadium Oct.1 . Polk decided, at ten years old, that he would forgo baseball and has become a cornerstone in the Cowboys’ defense since promotion to varsity.

[Photo] Coppell cruises to victory over Wolverines

October 2, 2021
Coppell High School senior Devika Kohli began a food blog “On Today’s Table” in December to document and sell vegetarian and vegan food from scratch. Kohli regularly updates the blog and conducted a fundraiser over the summer for Asha for Education.

[Photo] Starting from scratch

September 30, 2021
Coppell High School senior Helena de Moraes started modeling at just 11 months old and continued to model during her childhood. In addition to her modeling experiences, de Moraes is an athlete as she plays volleyball and pole vaults for Coppell athletics.

De Moraes models drive

September 30, 2021
The Buddy Echols Field video board was revealed at the football game against Plano Prestonwood Christian Academy on Sept. 3. The board was renovated over the summer.

[Photo] Stadium receives new, improved video board from 1Vision Media

September 15, 2021
New Coppell High School assistant principal Brian Hussey transferred from New Tech High @ Coppell, where he taught American studies and AP Seminar. Prior to that, he worked in Philadelphia at the National Constitution Center and the Multicultural Academy Charter School and Science Leadership Academy at Beeber.

[Photo] Hussey honoring students’ stories as new assistant principal

September 15, 2021
Coppell High School assistant principal Alissa Womack previously taught Spanish at CHS before returning this year. Womack has taught at CHS, Ranchview High School in Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD and Lamar Middle School in Irving.

[Photo] One home, two roles

September 14, 2021
Coppell Varsity boys celebrate their victory on Saturday morning at Coppell Middle School west. Coppell won the invitational meet on a challenging course.

Cross country excels on challenging course

September 13, 2021
Coppell senior Nandini Thallapareddy and junior Lakshana Parasuraman celebrate a volley against Ursuline Academy at the CHS Tennis Center on Aug. 20. The Coppell tennis team defeated Dallas Jesuit and Ursuline Academy with a combined score of 15-4.

[Photo] Tennis to face off against Tyler Legacy

September 10, 2021
On Friday, cross country competed in the District 6-6A Meet. The Cowboys will advance to the Class 6A Region I Meet in Lubbock on Oct. 25 after placing third while the Cowgirls season will end with a fifth place finish at district.

Cross country welcoming area teams to home course

September 10, 2021
Gifted and Talented students are often celebrated for their placement, despite facing challenges as they transition into separate curriculums. The Sidekick visual media editor Angelina Liu thinks her experience in the G/T program had a negative impact on her study habits in high school.

Learning how to fail forward

September 9, 2021
Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces raffle ticket winners at the Lariettes Spaghetti Dinner in the CHS Commons on Friday. The Lariettes Spaghetti Dinner is an annual tradition that features a catered meal, baked goods and a raffle for various prizes.

[Photo] Lariettes bond with community at spaghetti dinner

September 5, 2021
Coppell senior running back Dylan Nelson takes a 39-yard fake punt on fourth and 1 against Prestonwood Christian Academy during the third quarter at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The Lions defeated the Cowboys, 55-41.

[Photo] Lions claw Cowboys on home territory

September 4, 2021
Tea time Tuesday: What are students opinions on masks?

Tea time Tuesday: What are students’ opinions on masks?

August 31, 2021
Coppell High School junior color guard captain Audrey DePew performs in the marching band’s production “Carousel” at Buddy Echols Field on Saturday. The band, drumline and color guard premiered their 2021 productions in the parent preview after the Cowboy Cookout at 7:30 p.m.

Band shows out at Cowboy Cookout

August 26, 2021
Magnolia Park HOA member Mark Henry presents the “A+ path to a Win for all” on a new trail through Westhaven, East Lake and Magnolia Park to the City Council on Tuesday. After receiving information from the neighborhoods, the council convened to consult with city staff members in order to make final decisions.

[Photo] Neighborhood HOAs propose paths for trails

August 25, 2021
Coppell senior Vinay Patel celebrates a point against Dallas Jesuit sophomore Alex Park on Friday at the Coppell High School Tennis Center. Coppell tennis won against Dallas Jesuit and Ursuline Academy with a combined score of 15-4.

[Photo] A pickle juice savior

August 22, 2021
Coppell High School students greet each other before first period on the first day of school on Tuesday. All CHS students are on campus for the first time since March 2020.

[Video] Anything but just any other first day of school

August 18, 2021
Coppell High School alumna and Olympian Chiaka Ogbogu arrives at the start of the parade surrounded by her family. Ogbogu is the first Olympian from Coppell and won gold alongside the U.S. Olympic womens volleyball team.

[Video] Bringing home gold

August 17, 2021
On July 7, the Coppell Board of Trustees approved Coppell High School assistant principal Cindi Osborne as the new principal of Victory Place @ Coppell. Osborne replaces outgoing principal Jeff Minn, who is now in Frisco ISD.

[Photo] Osborne named new Victory Place @ Coppell principal

August 6, 2021
“Together We Play”, “Don’t Stop Brushing”, and “Where I Go Often” by Coppell High School Advanced Placement two-dimensional design teacher Cameron Tiede is on display at the Coppell Arts Center. Curated by the Coppell Arts Council, the Coppell Independent School District Art Exhibition features artworks created by Coppell faculty members and will be on display until August 21.

Coppell Arts Center showcasing district faculty with curated art exhibition

July 25, 2021
Coppell High School graduating class of 2021 participates in the traditional cap toss at Buddy Echols Field on May 28. CHS held its graduation ceremony at Buddy Echols Field on May 28. Photo by Angelina Liu

Seniors embracing future with goodbye to Coppell

June 4, 2021
Coppell junior right-hander Will Boylan pitches against Prosper in the top of the seventh at Lake Dallas High School on May 21. Coppell faces Keller in the Class 6A Region I semifinals tomorrow at 6 p.m., Friday at 1 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m. (if needed).

[Photo] Walk-off RBI single lifts Cowboys to gritty series sweep over Prosper

May 22, 2021
Opinions: Animal Farm is no more

Opinions: Animal Farm is no more

May 14, 2021
The Sidekick visual media editor Lilly Gorman eats at Serious Pizza in Deep Ellum in Dallas on Monday. Gorman thinks everyone should dine at Vidorra, Golden Boy Coffee Co., Monkey King Noodle Company, Lo-Lo’s Chicken and Waffles, Serious Pizza and Cauldron Ice Cream.

[Photo] Gorman’s guide: Eating through various cuisines in DFW

May 14, 2021
The Sidekick visual media editor Lilly Gorman eats at Chip’s Old Fashioned Burgers on April 21. Gorman thinks Chip’s, alongside Jakes Burgers and Big Daddy’s Ship Store, has one of the best burgers despite being someone who does not often enjoy burgers.

[Photo] Gorman’s guide: Burgers for non-burger-lovers

May 14, 2021
Coppell High School Round-Up adviser Sallyanne Harris discusses the end of year banquet with CHS senior section editor Naomi Kho in the yearbook room on May 6. Harris is retiring at the end of this school year after nine years of teaching at CHS.

[Photo] Gentle personality, strong soul: Harris leaves legacy at Coppell after nine years of shaping student journalists

May 13, 2021
Coppell Mayor Wes Mays was sworn in Tuesday evening at Coppell Town Center. The Council discussed items such as a relaxed mask mandate and recognizing May 11, 2021 as “Karen Hunt Appreciation Day” and “Gary Roden Appreciation Day.” Photo by Angelina Liu

Mays sworn in as mayor; relaxed mask mandates discussed

May 12, 2021
Kimberly Shuttlesworth was approved as Coppell Independent School District’s new band director on April 26. Shuttlesworth is the Director of Bands for Tom Glenn High School in Leander and begins her new role in July.

Shuttlesworth named new Coppell Band director

May 6, 2021
Coppell High School seniors Natalie Ward, Zoey Darkoch, Makaylie Montague, and Chloe Pham dance to classic dance floor shuffles such as “Single Ladies by Beyonce and “Dancing Queen” by ABBA at CHS prom 2021. CHS seniors were able to have a senior prom photo shoot on Saturday night.

Art-Deco photo booth prom highlighting the adaptability of seniors

May 2, 2021
Jade Walker is crowned CHS Prom Queen in 2019 at the AT&T Stadium. Current CHS seniors can attend a unique prom photoshoot on Saturday from 6 p.m to 9 p.m in the arena at CHS.

Unique year brings unique prom celebrations

April 30, 2021
Coppell High School junior Aditi Thakur holds bowls of turmeric and spices used in the ancient practice of Ayurveda. Thakur was inspired by her mother to study Ayurveda, in which she grows and buys medicinal herbs in order to implement different practices of medicine into her life.

[Photo] Thakur underscoring physical, mental well-being through interest in Ayurveda

April 29, 2021

#Starworld: Gunna expressing advocacy, emotion through artwork

April 26, 2021
Mark Smits is running for Place 6 on the City Council. Smits has been a Coppell resident for nearly 30 years and was inspired to run for office after the events of 2020.

[Photo] Mark Smits (Place 6)

April 22, 2021
Don Carroll is running for Place 3 on the Coppell city council. Carroll was inspired to run because of his prior experience in the community as a Leadership Coppell graduate and member of the Economic Development Committee.

[Photo] Don Carroll (Place 3)

April 22, 2021
Coppell City Council Place 6 Biju Mathew is running for re-election. Mathew has lived in Coppell for 15 years and has served as a councilman since 2018.

[Photo] Biju Mathew (Place 6)

April 22, 2021
Coppell Taekwondo Academy owner Kevin Nevels is running for Place 4 on the City Council. He was inspired to run to aid local businesses struggling with the pandemic.

[Photo] Kevin Nevels (Place 4)

April 22, 2021
Davin Bernstein is running for Place 3 on the Coppell City Council. Bernstein is a Leadership Coppell graduate and participates in Allies in Community.

[Photo] Davin Bernstein (Place 3)

April 22, 2021
Coppell City Council Place 2 Brianna Hinojosa-Smith is running for re-election. She has been a Coppell resident for 19 years and has served on Teen Court and the Coppell Education Foundation.

[Photo] Brianna Hinojosa-Smith (Place 2)

April 22, 2021
Amit Dharia is running for Place 4 on the Coppell City Council. Dharia has lived in Coppell for 24 years and hopes to make Coppell more financially stable and socially vibrant.

[Photo] Amit Dharia (Place 4)

April 22, 2021
Horses greet bluebonnet tourists along the North Trail in Ennis on Sunday. Ennis hosts its annual bluebonnet festival from April 16-18, with several driving trails with bluebonnets in their peak.

Ennis offering scenic bluebonnet routes, handmade artisan crafts

April 21, 2021
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