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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.

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Take it or "Beave" it: a review on Bucees

Take it or “Beave” it: a review on Bucees

Olivia Short, Angelina Liu, and Josh Campbell
May 19, 2023
The Sidekick editor-in-chief Angelina Liu wears cowgirl boots from Cavendar’s Boot City on Main Street in Grapevine. A chronic overthinker, Liu explains her journey through high school and why she thinks everything works out in the end.

Letter from the editor: In due time

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 19, 2023
The fentanyl crisis recently leaked into educational spaces. Coppell High School student resource officers are now training in the use of Narcan, a drug utilized to aid in opioid overdose, in order to protect students from fentanyl and other drug-related crises.

The silent killer

Angelina Liu, Sri Achanta, and Manasa Mohan
May 19, 2023
Coppell High School senior Mau Sigler leads KCBY-TV as a program director. CHS students voted on the 19 most influential seniors in the graduating class of 2023.

Mau Sigler: Creative

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 19, 2023
Coppell High School senior Dilan Patel is a Red Jacket, leads Coppell DECA as its CEO, is a part of the school board bond committee and is a part of CHS band. CHS students voted on the 19 most influential seniors in the graduating class of 2023.

Dilan Patel: Confident

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 19, 2023
Nashad Mohamed

Nashad Mohamed

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 18, 2023
Coppell High School senior Tyler Schweitzer is a Red Jacket and is a prominent member of the CHS Cowboy Theatre Company. CHS students voted on the 19 most influential seniors in the graduating class of 2023.

[Photo] Tyler Schweitzer: Authentic

Yaamini Jois, CHS9 Editor
May 19, 2023
The Sidekick’s 19 under 19 highlights Coppell High School’s stand-out Cowboys and Cowgirls who have devoted their high school careers to leading the school and the community. The following 19 students have been nominated by peers due to their exceptional influence and outstanding contributions that have earned them recognition as some of the most promising leaders of CHS. The Sidekick presents your 19 under 19:

The Sidekick’s 19 under 19

Manasa Mohan, Yaamini Jois, Saniya Koppikar, Anvita Bondada, Sameeha Syed, Nyah Rama, Sahasra Chakilam, Angelina Liu, and Aliza Abidi
May 16, 2023

Annual 5K/Fun Run raises important funding for district campuses

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 15, 2023
Coppell senior third baseman Tanner Sever serves his community through service work and will continue his baseball career at the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Sever serving community, setting example for underclassmen

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 12, 2023
Coppell High School senior Ashley Zhang is ranked 10 in the graduating class of 2023. Zhang plans on attending Rice University, majoring in Biology.

[Photo] Umang Vinayaka

Nrithya Mahesh, Staff Designer
May 16, 2023
David Caviness and Ranna Raval set up booths at Town Center on election day. Unofficial results show that the bond package has passed, as well as Coppell City Council Place 1 Jim Walker, CISD Board of Trustees Place 4 Ranna Raval and CISD Board of Trustees Place 5 David Caviness leading the polls.

Community votes in support of all CISD bond propositions

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 7, 2023
Coppell High School senior bass drummer Cooper Wiethoff stands taller than his peers on the Coppell Drumline. While his height sets him apart, through leadership and talent, Wiethoff will march with the Sacramento Mandarins over the summer.

Wiethoff reaching new heights with elite Sacramento drum corps

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
May 4, 2023
Coppell City Council member Biju Mathew presents the proclamation to make April “Sexual Assault Awareness Month.” Coppell Police Chief Danny Barton presented about fentanyl to raise awareness for the drug.

Coppell police chief addressing fentanyl crisis

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 12, 2023
Coppell Band members celebrate in the Band Hall on Thursday after learning it qualified for the Midwest Clinic in Chicago in December. Coppell High School is one of five bands in the nation to be invited to perform at the Midwest Clinic.

[Photo] Coppell Band wind symphony making school history, qualifies for elite Midwest Clinic

Manasa Mohan, Executive Editorial Page Editor
April 6, 2023
Coppell senior pitcher Andrew Schultz pitches at the Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Plano West, 12-2, on Tuesday.

Cowboys shut out Wolves with 10-run rule

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
April 6, 2023
The Sidekick Executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu attempts to solve a math problem in William Harrington’s classroom on March 22. Liu explains why she thinks trying to advance one level of math is the biggest failure of her life.

The biggest failure of my life

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 31, 2023
In film and television, many people ignore red flags or villainy in characters because of their looks. The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief thinks that pretty privilege tends to cause lines to blur when viewing villains.

The beauty and the beast

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 27, 2023
SZA performed at the American Airlines Center on March 10 in a stop on her S.O.S world tour. Performing songs from her 2017 album Ctrl as well as the latest released S.O.S, SZA kept her audience engaged.

SZA takes Ctrl of American Airlines Center

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 23, 2023
Coppell High School senior high jumper Megan Judd trains at Buddy Echols Field on March 21. Judd set a school record of 5 feet, 9 inches on the high jump at Coppell Relays on March 4.

[Photo] Trusting in the tune

Shrayes Gunna, Student Life Editor
March 28, 2023
Your Own Sidekick is a Sidekick series where staff members answer questions and offer advice on various topics. Stories will be posted weekly on Fridays.

Your own Sidekick: How to enjoy your own company

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
March 3, 2023
Plugging in... Cowgirls making history with first state tournament berth

Plugging in… Cowgirls making history with first state tournament berth

Angelina Liu and Ava Johnson
March 3, 2023
Coppell senior Tyler Schweitzer (Jack Worthing) and Jude Taylor (Algernon Moncreiff) rehearse in CHS Auditorium on Feb. 23. The Cowboy Theatre Company is taking Oscar Wilde’s "The Importance of Being Earnest" to the 2023 UIL One Act Play competition at 2 p.m. on Thursday for district competition at Lewisville High School.

[Photo] Going backstage of “The Importance of Being Earnest”

Ainsley Dwyer, Staff Writer
March 2, 2023
Coppell senior forward Saiya Patel evades defenders at Buddy Echols Field against Plano East on Tuesday. Coppell defeated Plano East, 2-0.

[Photo] First half scoring enough to get Cowgirls back in win column

Srihari Yechangunja, Executive Design/Interactive Editor
March 2, 2023
Coppell junior guard Ella Spiller celebrates after the Cowgirls defeated South Grand Prairie at Irving MacArthur on Tuesday. Coppell defeated South Grand Prairie, 43-39, to advance to the Region I semifinals against Southlake Carroll on Friday at Wilkerson-Greines Activity Center in Fort Worth.

[Photo] Cowgirls make history wrangling Warriors in regional quarterfinals

Ava Johnson, Staff Writer
February 23, 2023
Coppell senior guard Trey Hill shoots a layup at CHS Arena against Plano West on Friday. Coppell defeated Plano West, 69-58. Photo by Angelina Liu

Cowboys defeat Wolves in last win of the season

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
February 16, 2023
Coppell junior guard Ella Spiller passes against Hebron at CHS Arena on Jan 6. Against Hebron. Coppell plays Allen in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs tonight at Carrollton Creekview.

Destination San Antonio: Road to state tournament begins with matchup against Allen

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2023
Coppell High School junior Jisu Park practices taekwondo forms at U.S. White Tiger Martial Arts on Jan. 27. Park explores similar movements such as a front aerial in both dance and taekwondo, combining the two art forms.

Fighting for her way

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
February 13, 2023
Coppell freshman forward Sibu Socks drives to the basket against Plano West on Friday at CHS Arena. Coppell defeated Plano West, 69-58. Photo by Angelina Liu

[Photo] Cowboys ride offensive surge to victory in 69-58 win over Plano West

Nyah Rama, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief has many photo albums in her home. Liu thinks physical memories are one of the most important things one can possess.

Letter from the Editor: I’ve been looking so long at these pictures of you

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
February 10, 2023
Coppell High School senior Arman Pathan practices trombone in the band hall on Jan. 27. Pathan is a member of the CHS Band and will be training with the Blue Stars Drum and Bugle Corps this summer.

[Photo] Pathan marching forward with prestigious Blue Stars

Anvita Bondada, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
Winter Storm Mara brings sleet and ice to North Texas. According to ERCOT, Mara is unlikely to cause statewide power outages like Winter Storm Uri in February 2021.

ERCOT: Winter Storm Mara unlikely to cause statewide power outages

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2023
Coppell High School sophomores Aayush Shah and Shreyes Ram hold a solar car engine on Wednesday. Shah is the President of the CHS Solar Racing Team, in which he explores alternative energy sources.

[Photo] Student of the Week: Shah on road to success with solar car team

Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer
January 30, 2023
Coppell Color Guard junior Sophie Morse dances during Coppell Varsity’s show “Phenomenon.” Coppell hosted a family and friends Winter Guard Preview at CHS Arena on Saturday.

Color guard hits friends, family with that “DDU DDU DU” in Blackpink-themed show

Angelina Liu and Shrayes Gunna
January 29, 2023
Get Ready With Me styled content is making a resurgence on social media platforms, including TikTok and Instagram. The Sidekick student life editor Shrayes Gunna shares why the trend, while comforting, is a cause for waning individuality.

[Photo] Beneath the filter

Shrayes Gunna, Student Life Editor
January 30, 2023
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Shrayes Gunna and Angelina Liu
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
January 11, 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”

Manasa Mohan, Angelina Liu, and Sri Achanta
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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 lacrosse player Tom O’Hearn 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

Meghna Kulkarni, Social Media Manager
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

Shrayes Gunna, Staff Writer
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Shrayes Gunna, Staff Photographer
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2022
McKinney High School senior Manestream News sports producer Champe Presley speaks to The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Angelina Liu about Friday's 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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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”

Shrayes Gunna and Angelina Liu
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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.

Letter from the Editor: Unpredictability is motivation

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
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

Angelina Liu, Executive Editor-in-Chief
November 3, 2022
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