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Coppell Student Media
The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media
The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media
Bailey Lai

Bailey Lai, Staff Designer

Bailey Lai is a senior and first-year staffer in The Sidekick. In her free time, she listens to music, learns new choreography and makes sure people are up to date with the latest memes. Contact at [email protected], or on Twitter @bvlai.

All content by Bailey Lai
Former Coppell Middle School East principal Laura Springer hugs Coppell High School outdoor adventures teacher Bill Parker on the cafeteria stage on May 9. Springer is the newly announced 2019-20 CHS principal.

[Photo] Coming home

Christine Zacuai, Executive News Editor
May 10, 2019
Earlier this year, CHS9 students Umang Kaushik and Svayam Sharma discovered that they could both unlock one phone using Face ID. This highly improbable occurrence raised concerns about the security of their apps, including banking and personal information, on their Apple phones.

[Photo] Kaushik, Sharma, beat one in a million odds

Claire Clements, Editorial Page Editor
May 8, 2019
Tonight, the Coppell High School AP/IB art show is in the CHS commons from 6-7:30 p.m. More than 200 pieces from more than 50 artists will be on display.

[Photo] Colors of CHS: Art Show to illustrate student work

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
May 2, 2019
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[Photo] Enjoy sunny days with these summer cookout recipes

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
April 30, 2019
On Wednesday, the Dance to Make A Difference Club is hosting its annual recital fundraiser in the Coppell High School commons. All proceeds go to the organization Giffords: Courage to Fight Gun Violence.

[Photo] Connecting art with societal change: Dance to Make a Difference to host annual recital

Karen Lu, Staff Writer
April 17, 2019
Coppell High School sophomore Tiffany Mares-Camerena dances after her solo in “Another Day of Sun” from the film La La Land. The Fame musical theater class has its showcase on April 16 and April 18 in CHS auditorium.

[Photo] Fame class rehearses for Coast to Coast showcase

Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
April 12, 2019
In the British television program "The End of The … World", two characters sit on the beach, with one thinking about what people mean to each other. The show was what sparked The Sidekick copy editor Pramika Kadari's interest in film.

[Photo] Extending my love of storytelling to screen

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
October 3, 2018
Since the rise of digital media, “cringe compilation” videos have been shared. The sharing of these videos has lead to common misconceptions surrounding “cringey” people. The Sidekick staff writer Ryan Dyke shares his experience about being bullied for being “cringy” in middle school.

[Photo] Cringe culture inspires fear, not comedy

Ryan Dyke
April 4, 2019
Best place to enjoy nature: Andy Brown Park

Best place to enjoy nature: Andy Brown Park

Christine Zacuai and Bailey Lai
April 3, 2019
Coppell High School Red Jacket seniors Anu Uppal, Almira Rajwani and Yue Taira attend the Red Jacket meeting in Red Jacket sponsor Aylor Rix’s class. For their philanthropy project about the history of Coppell ISD, the students plan on creating a timeline to be implemented for the upcoming renovations.

[Photo] Red Jackets to immortalize Coppell educational history with upcoming timeline

Karen Lu, Staff Writer
March 20, 2019
Coppell High School senior Jingchun Quan displays her certificate in front of her artwork at the Dallas Museum of Art on March 16. Quan was chosen to showcase her artwork, “Eagle Meets Dragon: A Clash of Cultures,” through a festival hosted by the Dallas Museum of Art.

[Photo] Dragon, eagle battle to form an identity through art

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
March 23, 2019
Coppell High School junior SreeVarsha Chinthapenta displays her certificate in front of her artwork at the Dallas Museum of Art on March 16. Chinthapenta was chosen to showcase her artwork, “Juxtaposition,” through a festival hosted by the Dallas Museum of Art.

[Photo] Conflicting ideologies collide in award-winning artwork

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
March 23, 2019
For Lent, many Christians give up everyday luxuries such as social media, junk food or meat. Lent is a religious season that lasts for 40 days, starting on March 6 until Easter on April 21.

[Photo] On the Spot: CHS students give up luxuries, add meaningful things in their normal routines for Lent (with video)

Sydney Rowe, Staff Writer
March 5, 2019
Every year, the Cozby Library and Community Commons hosts several author visits. On Sunday at 2 p.m., critically-acclaimed writer Amanda Eyre Ward will promote her novels, discuss her writing journey and sell books at the Cozby Library.

[Photo] Ward to discuss novel on immigration Sunday at Cozby Library

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
March 1, 2019
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[Photo] Student Resource Officer Reggie Walker

March 1, 2019
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[Photo] Coach Lonnie Teagle

March 1, 2019
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[Photo] Junior Priscille Kompany

March 1, 2019
Jimi Hendrix and Kanye West are two of the many influential black artists. Coppell Student Media web producer Andrés Bear discusses the evolution of black music and its meaning throughout history.

[Photo] Black History Month: Meaning throughout African American music

Andrés Bear, Coppell Student Media Web Producer
February 28, 2019
CHS9 teacher Christie Nelson’s sixth period Spanish II class surprises custodian Jose Rodrigues with posters of appreciation. Rodrigues has worked for Coppell ISD for nearly 30 years.

[Photo] A sweet surprise: long-term CHS9 custodian receives jersey from students

Christine Zacuai, Executive News Editor
February 26, 2019
Presidents Day weekend provides opportunity for rest, relaxation (video)

Presidents Day weekend provides opportunity for rest, relaxation (video)

Sofia Guerrero, Bailey Lai, and Andrés Bear
February 13, 2019
This Sunday, the New England Patriots face the Los Angeles Rams at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta for Super Bowl LIII. The Sidekick Staff Writer Anika Arutla explains the reputation and negative connotation surrounding the Patriots as they enter their 10th Super Bowl.

[Photo] Reputation of Patriots as NFL’s dominating team

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
February 2, 2019
Coppell High School junior Bailey Baskett draws for her visual argument project in Melissa Alexander-Blythe’s GT/AP English III class in third period. For the 2019-2020 school year, the Coppell High School administration will no longer offer Gifted and Talented Advanced Placement (GT/AP) courses.

[Photo] CHS no longer offering GT/AP courses for the 2019-20 school year

Nishant Medicharla, Export and Production Manager
January 28, 2019
The Cozby Library and Community Commons regularly hosts a variety of literary events throughout the year. On Sunday at 2 p.m., author Jen Waldo will visit the library to discuss her upcoming novel Why Stuff Matters and sell signed books.

[Photo] Waldo to promote Why Stuff Matters at Cozby Library

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
January 25, 2019
Date Night

[Photo] Stir conversation with date over quick, delicious recipes

January 24, 2019
Coppell residents Tara and Todd Storch, pictured with their children Ryan (Coppell High School 2017 graduate) and Peyton (CHS senior), created the Taylor’s Gift foundation for organ donation following the death of their daughter, Taylor, in a 2010 skiing accident. Last November, Taylor’s Gift became a part of the Outlive Yourself foundation in partnership with Southwest Transplant Alliance (STA).

[Photo] Storch outlives herself, new organization helps others do the same

Akansha Singh, Staff Writer
January 16, 2019
Recently 3-point shots in basketball has been increasing in not only number, but also success rate in all levels of basketball. Executive Sports Editor Nicholas Pranske informs about the greater success shorter players have when scoring in basketball.

[Photo] Changing the game from 30 feet back

Nicholas Pranske, Executive Sports Editor
December 12, 2018
Books line shelves at the Cozby Library and Community Commons on Nov. 14. Throughout November, the Cozby Library is holding several small events, many of them involving books.

[Photo] Gamers, readers, families to enjoy November at Cozby Library

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
November 15, 2018
Video: Social media in the U.S. Texas Senate race

[Video] Video: Social media in the U.S. Texas Senate race

November 8, 2018
Coppell High School senior Andrew Mares warms up before his lesson at The Ballet Academy of Texas. Mares has been preparing for his upcoming performance of “The Nutcracker” in late November.

[Photo] From runner to nimble dancer: Mares finds passion in ballet

Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
October 30, 2018
Coppell High School assistant principal Ryan Lam’s family photos share his story of being a Vietnamese refugee. Lam explains how these photos are the last memory his mother brought from Vietnam.

[Photo] Leaving Vietnam as child begins Lam’s journey to caring educator

Umama Suriya, Staff Writer
October 24, 2018
During KCBY’s third period class, seniors Vinny Vincenzo, Shania Khan and Misuni Khamankar discuss and watch videos to gain inspiration for their upcoming projects in adviser Irma Kennedy’s classroom. On Thursday, The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences named KCBY the Best Student Newscast in the nation.

[Photo] KCBY named nation’s top student newscast

Claire Clements, Editorial Page Editor
October 19, 2018
Bullet Journal was founded by Ryder Carroll and its journals feature a new variation to the planner. The Sidekick Staff Writer Anika Arutla talks about how the method has impacted her and the its benefits on her life.

[Photo] Gaining control over busy schedules through a bullet journal

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
October 18, 2018
Amongst the provinces of South Africa, KwaZulu-Natal is recorded with the highest number of violent protests while the Free State has the lowest number. Public protests have grown more violent over the past five years, causing police to look past other serious crimes.

[Photo] Con: Violence creates protests, protests create violence

Ryan Dyke, Staff Writer
October 10, 2018
Coppell High School choir director Aaron Coronado shows off the Chorale after their Fall Choir Concert. The choir department has been preparing for their first fall concert for the past few weeks to showcase their hard work.

[Photo] Choir captivates audience with fall concert

Sally Parampottil, Staff Writer
October 4, 2018
Coppell High School choir director Aaron Coronado help students of Kantorei, the women’s varsity treble choir, warm up through vocal exercises during Bona Coogle and Coronado’s third period choir class. The choir department has been preparing for their upcoming fall concert on October 2nd.

[Photo] Coppell High School choir chord-ially invites all to see fall concert

Sally Parampottil, Staff Writer
October 1, 2018
Coppell High School Red Jacket seniors Carter Kryzak, Anu Uppal, Maddie Brock and Pierce Woodall help students register to vote during A lunch at the main hallways on Tuesday. Voter registration is held for students 17 years and 10 months and older, who will be old enough to vote by midterm elections of Nov. 2.

[Photo] On the Spot: Calling all eligible students to make their voice be heard (with video)

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
September 27, 2018
Coppell High School sophomore Sydney de León goes through her music sheets in Karen Ruth’s eighth period Musical Theatre class. Students go through a crash course through theatre history where they learn about “The Golden Age” of musical theater, which includes the show they are currently practicing “Oklahoma!”.

[Photo] Creativity Showcase: Sydney de León’s Summer On the Stage

Sally Parampottil, Staff Writer
September 17, 2018
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