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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
Kelly Wei

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief

Kelly Wei is a senior staffer, serving her third year as Editor-in-Chief. In her free time, you can probably find her hiding out in a boba cafe with her IB homework and Lorde on shuffle. Her twitter is @kellylinwei.

All content by Kelly Wei
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[Photo] Letter in the mail isn’t your future

Editorial Board
May 20, 2019
Amazon has three Fulfilment Centers in Coppell. The tech-giant was motivated to come to the city five years ago because of a 10 year 75% tax abatement.

[Photo] Three warehouses, various benefactors

Nicolas Reyes, Staff Writer
May 7, 2019
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[Photo] Mental health should be priority, not an afterthought

Editorial Staff
April 9, 2019
As globalization brings the world’s myriad of cultures closer together, many first and second-generation Americans find themselves falling between cultural checkboxes and straddling hemispheres.

Standing in the wake of devastation (Part 3)

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
April 8, 2019
Photo Essay: What my house has taught me about cultivating culture

Photo Essay: What my house has taught me about cultivating culture

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2019
The VRIC serves approximately 2,000 Muslims from all across the DFW-Fort Worth metroplex, which, in having the fourth largest Islamic population in the U.S., has been described as the “Madinah of America.”

Standing in the wake of devastation (Part 2)

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
April 4, 2019
In the wake of the Christchurch shootings, perpetuated by Australian Brenton Tarrant, a 28-year-old self-proclaimed white supremacist, the global Muslim community finds itself at a loss of words.

Standing in the wake of devastation (Part 1)

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
April 2, 2019
Coppell ISD has been taking measures to reframe the district’s academic structure for more than a year. After the college admissions scandals in early March, CISD is planning even more significant action.

[Photo] Dismantling mistruths

Christine Zacuai, Executive News Editor
April 2, 2019
Recipes

[Photo] Spring into the new season with these delicious recipes

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
March 20, 2019
Penny Podcast - Episode #006

[Video] Penny Podcast – Episode #006

February 28, 2019
Shots by Bhavya creative director Bhavya Vasireddy and Kurry N Tulips event planner Monicca Sharma explain the importance of body diversity. On Feb. 9, Shots by Bhavya hosted its first annual fashion show, which highlighted classical Indian dresses by local designers.

Inaugural Shots by Bhavya fashion show hits the catwalk running

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
February 20, 2019
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[Photo] Seek positive relationships, not purely romantic ones

February 14, 2019

The magic of impractical passions: how making time for frivolity keeps us close to our true selves

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2019
Bella Modeling School student Cynthia Barrientos will be featured in Coppell High School senior Bhavya Vasireddy’s fashion show, spotlighting Indian formal designs. Vasireddy was inspired to organize a fashion show after she was invited to attend the Bella Modeling School graduation last summer as an agent, where she was asked to recruit models.

Vasireddy organizes fashion show, spotlights Indian formal designs

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2019
Penny Podcast - Episode #003

[Video] Penny Podcast – Episode #003

February 7, 2019
The Coppell Student Media Show - Episode #001

[Video] The Coppell Student Media Show – Episode #001

January 24, 2019
Today, students are more stressed than ever, with The American Psychological Association’s Stress in America survey finding 30 percent of teens reported feeling sad or depressed because of stress and 31 percent felt overwhelmed. The rigor of schoolwork, along with toxicity across social media, relationships and academic competition all end up supporting a fatal backbone of a culture full of negativity.

[Photo] Why students are more pressured than ever

Sarah Woo, Staff Writer
January 14, 2019
In recent years, violence has become a part of Generation Z's everyday culture, as illustrated through frequent mass shootings, murders and suicides. Technology, mental illness and widespread media are three of the main causes of this culture.

[Photo] Pervasive violence damaging Generation Z culture

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
January 10, 2019
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[Photo] Taking advantage of New Year’s Resolutions

Editorial Staff
January 9, 2019
Three seasonal drinks to keep you warm through the holidays

Three seasonal drinks to keep you warm through the holidays

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2018
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[Photo] Despite looming threats, history acts as mirror for ourselves

Editorial Board
November 1, 2018
Fall recipes

[Photo] Feast on these friend, family-approved fall recipes

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
October 15, 2018
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[Photo] Pro: Protesting is more than just effective, it is necessary

Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
October 11, 2018
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[Photo] School safety should be appreciated, not shamed

Editorial Board
October 11, 2018
Coppell Night Out provides an opportunity for Coppell residents to mingle with their neighbors and meet local law enforcement. Coppell Night Out is the local celebration of National Night Out which is an annual October event.

[Photo] Neighbors gather to celebrate National Night Out with law enforcement

Nicolas Reyes, Staff Writer
October 7, 2018
After falling off the radar for a few years, it seems the rom-com genre is back on the rise. Unfortunately, Sierra Burgess is a Big Loser makes an earnest attempt to tell a story of adolescent love and self-acceptance—but fails to do so on the account of a poorly written script, shallow characters and most significantly, ethically questionable plot points.

‘Sierra Burgess’ really is, in fact, a big loser

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
September 18, 2018
BTS returned to the music scene on Friday, Aug. 24 with the conclusion to their Love Yourself series. The album features hit singles such as ‘DNA’, ‘Fake Love’, and ‘Mic Drop’, as well as nine new songs. Graphic by Kelly Wei.

[Photo] BTS takes listeners on emotional journey with thrilling conclusion to Love Yourself series

Shravya Mahesh, Staff Writer
September 7, 2018
Easy school lunches

[Photo] Easy school lunches for your difficult school days

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
September 6, 2018
First pep rally of the year brings focus on students, unifies campus

First pep rally of the year brings focus on students, unifies campus

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
August 31, 2018
The Editor-in-chief of The Sidekick Kelly Wei talks about how the Asian culture has grown into a big point of interest for Americans and explains how this benefits us all. In recent years the raise of Asian culture in America has significantly increased their representation in the media.

Asian culture in America is taking center stage in 2018, and that’s a good thing for all of us

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
August 27, 2018
The Sidekick Strips #10 - "Chaos in its purest form"

The Sidekick Strips #10 – “Chaos in its purest form”

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
August 24, 2018
Ariana Grande released her fourth studio album, Sweetener, on Friday. Sweetener is Grande’s first major music release since the terrorist bombing that took place at the Manchester show of her Dangerous Woman tour on May 22, 2017.

[Photo] ‘Sweetener’ review: Grande’s fourth album is anything but bland

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
August 21, 2018
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[Photo] What is the right way to spend summer?

Editorial Staff
May 27, 2018
One shot Android

[Photo] Technology Spotlight: The rise of Android

Akif Abidi, Staff Writer
May 24, 2018
Throughout Matthew Bowden’s Creative Writing class, students have been working on the Coppell Literary Art Magazine. The CLAM, after several mishaps, has been made successfully and is now on sale for $10.

[Photo] Latest edition of CLAM displays students’ creative side despite production scare

Claire Clements, Staff Writer
May 24, 2018
Chloe Lanier took home the first Emmy of the night for Outstanding Younger Lead Actress. “Oh, wow,” she said in her acceptance speech. “Thank you so much to Frank Valentini [executive producer], who has done so much for me. Laura Wright [Carly] – I would not have been able to do this without her.”

CHS alum takes home first Emmy, defeats odds on steep playing field

Kelly Wei, Editor-in-Chief
May 24, 2018
Sidekick staffers pose for a picture at the annual Sidekick awards banquet. The Sidekick has been a big part of staff writer Pramika Kadari's life since she moved to Dallas at the beginning of the school year.

[Photo] Kadari crosses the country

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer
May 22, 2018
In America, 1 million people are deaf. Here are good ways to deal with a deaf person.

[Photo] Coppell Observer: How to be a good hearing person

Claire Clements, Staff Writer
May 10, 2018
Coppell mayor Karen Hunt and School Board Place 2 candidate Manish Sethi exchange a hug after the early voting results were announced. At the end of the night, Sethi won the election with 68 percent of votes. Photo by Kelly Wei.

Bentley, Sethi among fresh faces to join Coppell Board of Trustees in season election

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
May 7, 2018
Coppell High School senior Katie Love sings the national anthem at a pep rally. Love is among the students looking to auditioning for an opportunity to sing at graduation and the Senior Awards.

On the Spot: Senior students auditioning to perform at end of year senior events

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 26, 2018
The Coppell Cozby Library and Community Commons reopened in October 2016 after renovations and is located at 177 N Heartz Road. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

Best Place to Study: Coppell Cozby Library

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 23, 2018
Tappy’s Frozen Yogurt Shop is a popular frozen yogurt place for Coppell residents and is located at 2780 MacArthur Boulevard in Lewisville. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

Best Dessert: Tappy’s Yogurt

Kelly Wei, Art Entertainment, Entertainment editor
April 23, 2018
Local Diner features breakfast and lunch classics and is located at 477 W. Bethel Road in the heart of Old Town Coppell. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

Best Breakfast: Local Diner

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 23, 2018
Palio’s Pizza Cafe is a popular restaurant for Coppell High School students and is located at 171 N. Denton Tap Road No.108. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

Best Date Night Dinner: Palio’s Pizza Cafe

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 23, 2018
Spiral Diner is a vegan restaurant which is located at 608 E. Hickory Street in Denton but also has locations in Dallas and Fort Worth. Best of Coppell is a collection of The Sidekick staff’s favorite local food and entertainment restaurants.

Best Vegan/Vegetarian Restaurant: Spiral Diner

Kelly Wei
April 23, 2018
CHS students sit together to watch a screening of “Rapunzel” on Saturday evening from 6 - 10 p.m. at the Town Center Plaza to fundraise for A Night for Nepal. A Night for Nepal is an organization working to raise money for the reconstruction of schools in Nepal following the devastating earthquake that took place three years ago.

Annual ‘A Night for Nepal’ continues tradition, marks end of era for CHS senior founder Lamichhane

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 17, 2018
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The Sidekick Strips #9 – “Types of Students During Exam Season”

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
April 12, 2018
Mansfield Timberview High School junior Jac Nguyen raises her poster at March for Our Lives in downtown Dallas on March 24. The march was attended by approximately 7,000 demonstrators in support of gun control and school safety.

[Photo] This is what democracy looks like

Amelia Vanyo, Editor-in-Chief
April 11, 2018
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[Photo] Broadening our scope, considering non-traditional paths post graduation

Editorial Staff
April 11, 2018
Senior editor-in-chief Amelia Vanyo, sophomore photographer Laura Amador Toro and senior business manager Gracie Blackwell are seated at The Statler Hotel on Friday. The Dallas Morning News held its 27th annual Dallas Morning News High School Journalism Day and Competition , where The Sidekick placed third in the Best Newspaper contest.

On the Spot: Sidekick places third in Dallas Morning News’ Best Newspaper contest

Kelly Wei, Art and Entertainment Editor
April 6, 2018
Bless up.

The Sidekick Strips #8 – “Ivy League Standards”

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
March 29, 2018
Marching protesters lift their signs and lead chants in support of gun control. On Saturday, protesters gathered to speak out against gun violence in the March For Our Lives in Dallas.

[Photo] Young Dallas activists advocate for change in March For Our Lives (with video)

Anthony Cesario, Co-Student Life Editor
March 25, 2018
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The Sidekick Strip #7: “The Season is Upon Us”

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
March 23, 2018
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The Sidekick Strip #6: “A Destined Love”

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
March 8, 2018
In the last few years, the music genre known as K-pop has grown in its following in the U.S. However, what makes this growth unique is that many people cannot understand it.

[Photo] South Korean music continues to pop in U.S.

Claire Clements, Staff Writer
March 7, 2018
It could have happened to us

It could have happened to us

Amelia Vanyo and Kelly Wei
March 7, 2018
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[Photo] Taking our beliefs to the ballot

Editorial Staff
February 27, 2018
ESports has been growing in popularity for the last decade all across the world. This growth has reached Coppell, with the creation of the eSports club.

[Photo] Football, basketball, soccer and League of Legends?

Claire Clements, Staff Writer
February 17, 2018
The oversimplification and trivialization of mental health is a commonplace practice. As a result, it has become difficult to distinguish between what is a natural reaction and what requires medical assistance.

Anxiety by diagnosis: where to draw the line between stress and mental illness

Kelly Wei, Art Editor, Entertainment Editor
February 9, 2018
Recent controversies surrounding YouTube and its creators reached big news sites and blogs, such as Logan Paul’s Suicide Forest video. On Jan. 16, YouTube announced changes to its Partnership Program.

[Photo] YouTube monetization changes: New policy places a strict grip on creators

Andrés Bear, Staff Writer
February 9, 2018
The 60th Annual Grammy Awards took place on Sunday at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The awards show garnered mixed reviews from critics and Coppell High School students alike, with some praising the emotional performances and others criticizing the lack of diversity in the awards.

[Photo] From rightful winners to best performances, students offer opinions on 2018 Grammy Awards

Anthony Cesario, Staff Writer
February 2, 2018
Acclaimed novels A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara and The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood depict instances of sexual assault. Literary authors have made progress in representing these issues in spite of social taboos. Graphic by Kelly Wei.

[Photo] Turning a new page: Living in an age where reading about tough issues is the new normal (Part III)

Jessica Hernandez, Staff Writer
January 24, 2018
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[Photo] #MeToo, old and new: Recent sexual assault allegations bring light to power of people

Editorial Staff
December 20, 2017
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