• The Cowboy Theatre Company shows The Old Man and the Moon in the Black Box at Coppell High School Thursday through Saturday.
  • CHS takes its senior panoramic picture at 10 a.m. on Wednesday
  • Coppell High School hosts signing day for athletes at 8 a.m. on Wednesday
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Gracie Blackwell

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager, Social Media Manager

Gracie is a senior and third year staffer for The Sidekick newspaper. In her free time, she enjoys hanging out with friends, watching movies and traveling. With comments or concerns, contact her at [email protected] or follow her on Twitter @graciebwell.

All content by Gracie Blackwell
Interactive: Best Places to Workout in Coppell (Part 4 of 5)

Interactive: Best Places to Workout in Coppell (Part 4 of 5)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
May 25, 2018
Ron Hansen (Place 7)

Ron Hansen (Place 7)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 28, 2018

Video: Mixed show choir Vivace! to bring back rock and roll

Gracie Blackwell and Farah Merchant
April 27, 2018
Tracy Fisher (Place 7), incumbent

Tracy Fisher (Place 7), incumbent

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 27, 2018
Lynne Ryan (Place 6)

Lynne Ryan (Place 6)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 27, 2018
Dan Koller (Place 6)

Dan Koller (Place 6)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 27, 2018
Nichole Bentley (Place 6)

Nichole Bentley (Place 6)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 27, 2018
Manish Sethi (Place 2)

Manish Sethi (Place 2)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 27, 2018
Meet the candidates: CISD Board of Trustees election to be held May 5

Meet the candidates: CISD Board of Trustees election to be held May 5

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 27, 2018

15 Q’s with Mr. Holmes

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
April 24, 2018
The Board of Trustees honor KCBY at the Board Meeting last night. KCBY won the National Broadcast Excellence Award for Best Weekly News Show in the nation by Student Television Network and placed first in Best of Show Broadcast Program at the JEA/NSPA Spring High School Journalism Convention in San Francisco from April 12-14.

Sidekick, KCBY media programs recognized at April Board meeting

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 24, 2018

15 Q’s with Mr. Gilliland

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
April 14, 2018

Video: Students, faculty share plans for three day weekend

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
April 12, 2018

15 Q’s with Coach Bourg

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
April 11, 2018
Vape culture has become increasingly popular amongst adolescents and former cigarette smokers. As a result, small businesses, such as Freedom Vapes in Irving, have begun to pop up locally leading to an influx in vape pen sales.

Behind the cloud: Digging through the vaping industry locally, nationally

Gracie Blackwell and Amelia Vanyo
April 10, 2018

Video: Cowgirls soccer to play third playoff game against Sachse

Gracie Blackwell and Karis Thomas
April 5, 2018

[Video] 15 Q’s with Ms. Moore

April 2, 2018

Video: Springing into a new movie season

Gracie Blackwell and Jessica Hernandez
March 28, 2018
Coppell High School senior Shruti Asodaria and Frisco sophomore Sindhu Kavaru perform a classical Indian dance during Heritage Night on Friday, March 24 at the Coppell High School commons. Heritage Night is an annual event hosted by the Junior World Wide Affairs Council that enables students from various walks of life to share a piece of their culture through dance, song and other creative outlets.

[Video] Rocking the commons: Largest pool ever for Heritage Night celebrates diversity (with video)

Nishant Medicharla, Staff Writer
March 25, 2018

On the Spot: Scholarship season in progress for seniors (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
March 20, 2018

15 Q’s with Ms. Graham

March 19, 2018
Photos courtesy Parker Odette, Catherine Yang, Vaishnavi Danda, Ashley Benhayoun, Tanya Bhutani, Rohil Verma

Trip around the world: students open up about their spring break

Fiona Koshy, Gracie Blackwell, Anthony Cesario, and Farah Merchant
March 17, 2018

On the Spot: Spring break renovations underway at Coppell High School (with video)

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
March 14, 2018
Construction workers begin building the new security vestibule in the storage room of Coppell High School. Students and visitors will be required to check in through the vestibule once first period begins. These renovations will continue through the rest of spring break.

Week of 3/12/18

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
March 13, 2018
Six students from Coppell High School have their artwork on display at the Dallas Museum of Art. The artworks are on display through April 15.

Students’ artwork on display at Dallas Museum of Art through prestigious program

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
March 8, 2018

15 Q’s with Mr. Orlopp

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
March 5, 2018

15 Q’s with Ms. Tabor

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
February 28, 2018

15 Q’s with Ms. Fruithandler

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
February 27, 2018
Anxiety, which according to the National Institute of Mental Health, is the leading mental disorder in the United States, is becoming increasingly prevalent among teens. Anxiety impacts teens lifestyle and their high school experience.

Anxiety among teens: disorder increasingly prevalent nowadays

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
February 24, 2018

15 Q’s with Mrs. Wheatley

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
February 10, 2018
Coppell High School students dress appropriately for today's weather with a high of 36 degrees and a low of 22. According to WFAA Channel 8, it has been 22 years since DFW has been this cold.

On the Spot: CHS students bundle up for historic cold week

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
January 17, 2018
Flu season has affected students of Coppell High School which later leads to failure of exemption. Coppell High School nurse Beth Dorn says that washing your hands regularly is an effective way of preventing getting sick from the flu.

On the Spot: Flu season in full swing at CHS

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
January 9, 2018

On the Spot: Annual PSAT test gives juniors opportunity to qualify for scholarships (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
October 11, 2017

15 Q’s with Mr. Bowden

Fiona Koshy and Gracie Blackwell
October 9, 2017
Battle of the Sexes hits nationwide theaters on Sept. 29. The film follows the true story of the 1973 tennis match between Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell).

Battle of the Sexes film review (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
September 28, 2017

CHS introduces new class schedule from KCBY-TV on Vimeo.

On the Spot: District changes start time to accommodate tardy bus riders (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
September 21, 2017
Many people in southern Texas have been affected by Hurricane Harvey. Organizations such as the American Red Cross, Verizon and Google have lent their support in light of the hurricane.

Helping victims of Harvey: how to spot a scam

Gracie Blackwell, Business Manager
September 8, 2017
Coppell High School senior Kirtana Kalavagunta (left) and junior Priya Mekala (right) take part in raising money for the hungry in Peru for Darryl Lee’s AP Spanish IV classes on Tuesday. The multicultural snack bar includes brownies, fried rice and fruitcake.

The fight for Peru: Spanish classes raise money for less fortunate through trial program

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 26, 2017
Coppell High School senior Daniel Kim sings during Vivace! on Friday evening. Kim plans to continue his music career in college, where he will major in music in worship at Baylor University.

[Photo] From high school choir to college musician: Kim to major in music in worship

Amelia Vanyo, Staff Writer
May 23, 2017
From a young age, Coppell High School sophomore Swaraaj Bhattacharya has been taught public speaking by his father. He uses the skills he learns from his father through speech competitions and his YouTuber Club.

Bhattacharya develops public speaking skills through speech competition

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 20, 2017
Every year, Vivacé alumni join current members on the stage to sing and dance to Styx’s “Come Sail Away.” During the latter half of the song, singers changed into costumes before heading back onto the stage.

[Photo] Singing and dancing galore: Vivacé! breaks “loose” in its spring performance

Fiona Koshy, Staff Writer
May 15, 2017
On Friday, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 was released in the United States, with raking in $145 million at the domestic box office. The movie comes from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, attracting an array of fans.

Misfit defenders prove to be strong family in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 10, 2017
Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 14. This personalized gift basket containing your mother’s favorite trinkets is perfect for her special day.

Treating your mom right (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 10, 2017
Coppell Middle School North Principal Amanda Ziaer and other women walk across the finish line of the one mile fun run. The Red and Black Run to Fund took place on Saturday at Coppell Middle School North, bringing people from all different communities together.

[Photo] Community members give back to school district at annual Red and Black Run to Fund

Fiona Koshy, Staff Writer
May 8, 2017
Last night, the band Time Machine sings covers of songs at the Coppell Concert on the Lawn in the Square at Old Town Coppell. Songs it performed ranged from “Uptown Funk” by Bruno Mars to “La Vida es un Carnaval” by Celia Cruz.

Concert on the Lawn creates high spirits of honoring Old Town

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 6, 2017
The Coppell Concert on the Lawn is set to be filled with live music, food and games. It will take place tomorrow in the Square of Old Town Coppell, located at 768 W. Main Street, from 7-9 p.m.

Concert on the Lawn to celebrate anniversary of Old Town Coppell

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 4, 2017

15 Q’s with Mr.Whitfield

Gracie Blackwell and Akila Muthukumar
April 27, 2017
The Coppell High School Latin Club competed at Junior Classical League (JCL) regionals on Feb. 17 at Garland High School. They won first place for the highest number of Certamen points and took home their first ever trophy, placing second out of 39 schools overall. Additionally, students in Latin I to Latin IV classes earned individual awards in various events.

[Photo] Carpe diem: community of Latin students compete extensively, gain invaluable life experiences

Akila Muthukumar, Staff Writer
March 25, 2017

15 Q’s with Mr. Wofford

Akila Muthukumar and Gracie Blackwell
February 23, 2017

15 Q’s with Mr. Simpson

Gracie Blackwell and Akila Muthukumar
January 27, 2017

15 Q’s with Mr. Varnell

Meha Srivastav, Fiona Koshy, and Gracie Blackwell
January 4, 2017
Coppell High School senior Mia Hermans with her mother, Chris, and her father, Bruce. They adopted her from the Chinese city of Maoming when she was a baby.

Everybody has a story, this is Mia’s

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
December 7, 2016
Respira choir “Runs the World” by delivering empowering performance at Dessert Show

Respira choir “Runs the World” by delivering empowering performance at Dessert Show

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 28, 2016
Respira Choir to ‘Run the World’ at annual Dessert Show

Respira Choir to ‘Run the World’ at annual Dessert Show

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 17, 2016
Vegetable pasta salad to satisfy your after school cravings (with video)

Vegetable pasta salad to satisfy your after school cravings (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 11, 2016
Hullababoo brings community together for early Halloween (with video)

Hullababoo brings community together for early Halloween (with video)

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 3, 2016
On Monday evening, Coppell Independent School District board members discuss the progress of the construction plan for the new building for Coppell Middle School West. In the year of 2018-2019, the current CMSW campus will be later used as a freshman campus for Coppell High School.

Maximum proposal price of new middle school discussed at board meeting

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
October 28, 2016
Pharmacy internship proves to be good medicine for Varghese

Pharmacy internship proves to be good medicine for Varghese

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
October 24, 2016
UNICEF Fest to give back to children in need

UNICEF Fest to give back to children in need

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
October 6, 2016
Graphic by Austin Banzon.

Spine-tingling, haunting activities to do this Halloween

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
September 21, 2016
Coppell High School junior Emily Evans works on creating one of her many homemade wooden pens. Evans has been making unique pens since her 16th birthday after receiving a lathe, which is a device that is used to shape wood while being rotated on an axis. Photo courtesy Emily Evans.

Evans wittles more than an ordinary pen

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
September 13, 2016
Photo courtesy of Simon Martinez.

Hong builds friendships, passion through Japanese martial art

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 27, 2016
Alice Through the Looking Glass brings adventure, beautiful imagery to the screen

Alice Through the Looking Glass brings adventure, beautiful imagery to the screen

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 26, 2016
Coppell Community Chorale ends season with explosive concert

Coppell Community Chorale ends season with explosive concert

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 19, 2016
Coppell Community Chorale to host final concert Mood Music

Coppell Community Chorale to host final concert Mood Music

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
May 11, 2016
North Texas Teen Book Festival brings the fangirl out of book lovers

North Texas Teen Book Festival brings the fangirl out of book lovers

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
April 28, 2016
Photo Courtesy Cindy Hargrove.

Town Center Elementary to host annual Texan Hoedown

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
April 15, 2016
Bourbon pursues passion for music; accepted into prestigious music school (Q&A)

Bourbon pursues passion for music; accepted into prestigious music school (Q&A)

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
April 7, 2016
Spring into cleaning with the best tips

Spring into cleaning with the best tips

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
March 29, 2016
“Fuller House” brings nostalgia to fans of late 80s sitcom “Full House”

“Fuller House” brings nostalgia to fans of late 80s sitcom “Full House”

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
March 8, 2016
Music’s biggest night honors legends, shows off new talent

Music’s biggest night honors legends, shows off new talent

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
February 20, 2016
Representative of the Alzheimer's Association Katherine Campbell introduces herself for the Alzheimer’s Awareness event on Monday at the lecture hall. Alzheimer’s is one of the top 10 leading causes of death and is the only one without a cure. Photo by Jennifer Su.

Alzheimer’s event brings awareness to the community

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
February 16, 2016
Best Super Bowl 50 Commercials

Best Super Bowl 50 Commercials

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
February 10, 2016
Best snacks to eat during Super Bowl 50

Best snacks to eat during Super Bowl 50

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
February 3, 2016
Photo courtesy Fueled By Ramen.

Panic! at the Disco releases its fifth album, “Death of a Bachelor”

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
January 21, 2016
The Sidekick names Jersey Mike’s best sub shop in Coppell

The Sidekick names Jersey Mike’s best sub shop in Coppell

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
January 7, 2016
Light up the holidays with the best places to look at Christmas lights

Light up the holidays with the best places to look at Christmas lights

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
December 17, 2015
“Roll” into the holidays with Pumpkin Rolls

“Roll” into the holidays with Pumpkin Rolls

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 30, 2015
Coppell High School Junior Julie Choi takes the first place win in a art contest, along with being rewarded two plane tickets to anywhere in the world of her choose. “Art is a passion of my life, and is the first thing I can remember doing”, Choi says. Photo by Chelsea Banks.

Choi flies high with winning artwork at local aviation museum

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 19, 2015
With the changing seasons and the holidays approaching, many people will be sorting through their wardrobes and find clothes they want to donate. Coppell High School’s new club, Coppell’s Closet, will hold its winter drive on Dec. 7, and all students are encouraged to participate. Photo by Ayoung Jo.

Coppell’s Closet pays it forward

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
November 17, 2015
Coppell High School senior Sierra Latshaw kisses a dolphin during SeaWorld camp at Sea World San Antonio. She has attended an intensive two week course over the summer that trains campers to be counselors at SeaWorld. Photo courtesy Sierra Latshaw.

Latshaw uses passion for animals to spread awareness

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
October 21, 2015
Singing out loud with Sheeran

Singing out loud with Sheeran

Gracie Blackwell, Staff Writer
September 15, 2015
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