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Angelina Liu

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief

Angelina is a senior and the Executive Editor-in-Chief of The Sidekick. In her free time, she likes to listen to sad music, spend too much of her paycheck and thrift. You can contact her at [email protected] or follow her on twitter @angelinaliiu.

All content by Angelina Liu
Can Coppell High School successfully kick a PAT?

[Video] Can Coppell High School successfully kick a PAT?

January 24, 2023
Podrick Liu is a very spoiled orange house cat with a penchant for canned tilapia with gravy. Read why The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu believes that he and orange cats like him may someday take over the world.

The Twist: Orange cats will rule the world

January 20, 2023
Coppell sophomore guard Londyn Harper makes a jump shot against Plano West at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated the Wolves, 62-40.

Harper keeps up defensively in offensive show against Plano West

January 18, 2023
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu has continuously dyed her hair red for the past year. Liu writes about how the color contributes to her new outlook on life.

Letter from the editor: Struggles of an artificial redhead

January 17, 2023
The Ultimate Sweet Tea Review: McDonald’s, Chicken Express, Dairy Queen and Whataburger

The Ultimate Sweet Tea Review: McDonald’s, Chicken Express, Dairy Queen and Whataburger

January 13, 2023
Coppell junior midfielder Sam Stone passes against San Antonio Harlan at Buddy Echols Field on Thursday. On Thursday, the Cowboys defeated Harlan, 3-1 in the penalty shootout. On Friday, it won over Southlake Carroll 4-0, and defeated Irving, 1-0, on Saturday to claim the title.

Cowboys first-time champions in NTX Elite Showcase

January 10, 2023
In 2021, Texas state representative Matt Krause drafted a list of potentially controversial books that he suggested be banned from libraries across the state, some of which are available to read in the Coppell High School library. Krause created this list as an auxiliary to House Bill 3979, which banned curriculum that discusses any topics of discomfort, including critical race theory.

“We have the right to read”

December 22, 2022
The Coppell ISD Board of Trustees is currently seeking community input on future renovations with the 2022 bond. At the Nov. 14 board meeting, 36 students and parents spoke in the open forum to protect Pinkerton against potential closure.

Bond committee advising renovation to elementary campuses

December 15, 2022
Coppell High School senior Parthiv Javangula applied for the Red Jackets to meet new people. Outside of Red Jackets, Parthiv cleans up his community with Eco Club and volunteers at Texas Indo-American Physicians Society free clinic.

Javangula sustainably makes his mark

December 12, 2022
Coppell High School senior Elena Ramey applied for the Red Jackets in order to give back to the school. Outside of Red Jackets, Ramey is involved in Lariettes, Round-Up yearbook and CHS Student Council.

[Photo] Ramey bringing positive attitude to leadership

December 12, 2022
Coppell High School senior Rhythm Kandelwal wears a blue and pink ribbon in her hair representing her achievements in Coppell Band. Outside of Red Jackets, Khandelwal is involved in Coppell Band, Technology Science Association (TSA) and taekwondo.

[Photo] Khandelwal singing notes in STEM

December 12, 2022
Concept 7 owner Frank Marott takes an individual portrait of Coppell High School senior Spencer Kutchins at the Coppell High School field house on Saturday. Marott has been a photographer for 25 years and serves the Coppell community.

[Photo] Corners of Coppell: Marott focusing camera on Coppell

December 8, 2022
Coppell Middle School West Active Learning teacher Schuyler Beecher was named Texas Teacher of the Year by the Council for Learning Disabilities on Oct. 20. Beecher implements engaging projects and prioritizes student connections in order to help her learners with social-emotional learning.

[Photo] Beecher named 2022 Texas Teacher of the Year by Council for Learning Disabilities

December 7, 2022
Coppell High School senior guard Macey Mercer makes a free throw against Byron Nelson at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls defeated the Lady Bobcats, 72-53.

Sherrer, Lamendola shows out against Byron Nelson

December 1, 2022
The Sidekick editor-in-chief Angelina Liu writes about how the “Twilight Saga” gives her comfort in the latter half of the year. For Liu, characters like Bella Swan, Edward Cullen and Jacob Black are a source of light that have influenced her personal tastes.

Giving Thanks: I was unconditionally and irrevocably in love with him

November 26, 2022
The Sidekick staff photographer Shrayes Gunna reflects on how analyzing song lyrics and literature makes him feel heard and seen. Gunna gives thanks to the words that render him whole because he’s intrigued by their visual, physical and audible aspects.

[Photo] Giving Thanks: I wish I wrote it, but I didn’t

November 21, 2022
Coppell junior forward Arhan Lapsiwala assumes the triple threat position against Prosper senior guard Brandt Evanson at CHS Arena on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Prosper, 59-57.

Lapsiwala, Tung led Cowboys to prosper over Eagles in buzzer-beater victory

November 16, 2022
Dayglow performed at South Side Ballroom on Oct. 28. The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu thinks that the concert was electrifying and worthwhile.

Dayglow gets people in motion with energizing concert

November 13, 2022
McKinney High School senior Manestream News sports producer Champe Presley speaks to The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu about Fridays Class 6A Division II Region I bi-district playoff game. Coppell plays McKinney at Buddy Echols Field on Friday, with kickoff at 7 p.m.

Q&A with Manestream News sports co-editors

November 11, 2022
Coppell sophomore guard Londyn Harper shoots a layup against Frisco Lone Star at CHS Arena on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Frisco Lone Star, 75-36.

Cowgirls take care of business early in rout of Lone Star

November 11, 2022
Coppell Color Guard performs “Archetype” at the CHS Band sendoff on Nov. 2 at Buddy Echols Field. Coppell was named a finalist at the UIL 6A marching competition in San Antonio and placed 11th overall.

Sending off “Archetype”

November 10, 2022
Coppell City Council members and Coppell ISD Board of Trustees discuss the city road construction plans in the Coppell Arts Center on Tuesday. The Council and Board hosted a joint session to discuss various updates.

CBAS, state accountability updates highlight joint meeting

November 8, 2022
Coppell sophomore guard Ella Spiller distracts South Grand Prairie during an inbound at Ranchview on Monday. Coppell lost to the Warriors in the Class 6A Region I quarterfinals, 56-49, ending its season.

Coppell looks to continue home cooking against Frisco Lone Star

November 8, 2022
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu watches a horror movie, constantly on the edge of her seat in her media room on Oct. 26. Liu writes about how she often partakes in various acts that seem exciting in the moment despite the long-term implications.

Unpredictability is motivation

November 4, 2022
Coppell Band saxophonists perform “Archetype” during finals at the UIL Class 6A Area Marching Band Contest at Pennington Field in Bedford on Saturday. Coppell was named Area B marching contest champions.

Coppell champions with “Archetype” at area competition

November 3, 2022
Coppell volleyball coach Robyn Ross leads a team huddle at CHS Arena against Plano West on Oct. 14. Ross was named Cowgirls volleyball coach this year after coaching for Nansemond-Suffolk Academy in Virginia for 13 years.

Ross returns alma mater

November 3, 2022
The Coppell Band battery performs “Archetype” during finals at the UIL Class 6A Area Marching Band Contest at Pennington Field in Bedford on Saturday. Coppell was named the champion for Area B.

[Photo] Band victorious in area marching competition

October 31, 2022
Coppell High School senior Blake Hawkins published a textbook on quantum mechanics in July. Hawkins is on the CHS physics Olympiad team and has had a passion for physics since the sixth grade.

Hawkins forging understanding in physics

October 25, 2022
KCBY-TV senior executive producers Lauren Beach and Betsy Krenek edit a segment in the production room on Thursday. KCBY was nominated in six categories for the Lone Star Emmy state chapter of NATAS (National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences).

[Photo] KCBY nominated for NATAS Student Production Awards

October 24, 2022
Coppell senior wide receiver Zack Darkoch runs against Hebron at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. Coppell defeated Hebron, 43-35.

Cowboys take down Hawks on Heroes Night

October 22, 2022
Coppell High School Academic Decathlon coach Tim Dixon addresses the class. Academic Decathlon is a multidisciplinary competition that thousands of high school students compete in every year, with topics ranging from history, literature, art, science, mathematics, economics and music.

[Photo] Academic Decathlon provides safe haven for students wanting to grow personally, academically

October 19, 2022
Coppell junior Ananya Balaji directs the band at the Coppell vs. Flower Mound Marcus football game at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 7. Balaji has been in band for six years and was named a drum major for the 2022-2023 school year.

[Photo] Student of the Week: Balaji conducting band to success

October 17, 2022
Coppell junior Lariette Payton Hardcastle lines up for the spirit line prior to the game against Flower Mound Marcus on Oct. 7 at Buddy Echols Field. Coppell defeated Marcus, 38-14, for the first time in four years.

Cowboys sporting pink to defeat Marcus

October 16, 2022
Coppell junior wide receiver Luca Grosoli is tackled by Flower Mound Marcus senior defensive back Jake Ballard at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 7. Coppell junior wide receiver Luca Grosoli is tackled by Flower Mound Marcus senior defensive back Jake Ballard at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 7. Coppell hosts Hebron tomorrow night at Buddy Echols Field, kickoff at 7 p.m.

[Photo] Win, win, win

October 20, 2022
Coppell senior safety Mason Montague runs the ball against Marcus senior linebacker Jake Jund at Buddy Echols Field on Oct. 7. Coppell will play Plano East on Friday at 7 p.m. at Kimbrough Stadium.

[Photo] Cowboys looking to continue district success against Plano East

October 14, 2022
Coppell senior outside hitter Skye Lamendola, setter Taylor Young, and defensive specialist Sabina Frosk celebrate a point against Flower Mound Marcus on Tuesday at CHS Arena. Coppell won against Marcus, 25-15, 23-25, 25-17, 25-19.

Cowgirls defeat Marcus in hard hitting game

October 13, 2022
Coppell High School sophomore Madison Tindoc leaps during the finals performance of the Coppell marching show “Archetype” at Pennington Field in Bedford on Saturday. Coppell band placed fourth at the Music for All Bands of America Dallas/Fort Worth Championships with a score of 84.325.

“Let’s go Coppell!”

October 11, 2022
Retaining teachers has been a difficulty that school districts across Texas have faced due to issues of low pay and high workload. Many wonder why money collected from property tax cannot be translated to higher pay for teachers, and the answer is Recapture.

Recapturing the passion for teaching

October 11, 2022
Coppell High School Color Guard rehearses a full run of “Archetype”, the 2022-23 marching show. CHS Band will travel to Pennington Field to compete at the Bands of America Dallas/Fort Worth Championship today.

Band competing in Bands of America Dallas/Fort Worth Championship

October 8, 2022
Coppell sophomore tight end Brodie Scoggins lines up for the national anthem at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. Coppell defeated Marcus, 38-14, for the first time in four years.

[Photo] Cowboys offense cruises to first district victory against Marcus

October 11, 2022
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[Photo] Teacher of the Week: Harrington implementing lifelong educator background into classroom

October 6, 2022
Coppell High School Track holds spirited signs as they march down West Parkway Boulevard during the 2022 Homecoming Parade on Sept. 21. The Homecoming Parade returned to the streets of Coppell after three years, highlighting various organizations throughout the town.

Fantastical Homecoming Parade rides down Parkway once again

September 30, 2022
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu often goes on long road trips with her family. Liu writes about how her curiosity is piqued by various, random things she sees along the way during these trips, and how her curiosity eventually led her to The Sidekick.

Letter from the editor: The road leads home

September 29, 2022
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu reviews The Invitation, a modern twist on the classic Dracula tale. Liu writes about how enjoyable the movie was until the last 20 minutes, when the movie’s quality drops and it becomes cliché.

Invitation declined

September 23, 2022
Coppell High School senior bass five Cooper Wiethoff performs at Buddy Echols Field on Wednesday. The drumline held a preview of its show “Neon Dystopia” for Coppell residents prior to traveling to Dripping Springs for its Thunder in the Hills competition.

Percussion previews Neon Dystopia for Dripping Springs contest

September 20, 2022
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