• BREAKING: Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • CHS seniors have Adulting Day on Thursday.
  • Choir holds its Spring Concert in the auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Kirsten Schnock

Kirsten Schnock, Staff Writer

Kirsten Schnock is a junior and a first year designer for The Sidekick.

She enjoys reading, painting and binge watching any TV show or movie. She is currently in the IB diploma program, and enjoys creating graphics and comics for The Sidekick. You can contact her by email at kds8191@g.coppellisd.com 

All content by Kirsten Schnock
Teens often defend their feelings in fear of judgment from others, especially when it comes to superficial matters. The Sidekick staff photographer Maddy Park thinks people should be less worried about external judgments and take pride in their feelings for others. Photo illustration by Siri Kondabathini and Kirsten Schnock

[Photo] Valentine’s Musings: Crushing your excitement

Maddy Park, Staff Photographer
February 12, 2025
Romantic relationships are often prioritized during Valentine’s Day, but friendships are also important to celebrate. The Sidekick staff writer Katie Park highlights how her friendships have shaped her identity, allowing her to show her appreciation for them during the Valentine’s season.

[Photo] Valentine’s Musings: Friends before trends

Katie Park, Staff Writer
February 11, 2025
“Arcane” is a popular spinoff series of the game League of Legends, focusing on the relationship between sisters Vi and Jinx. The Sidekick staff photographer Aniketh Vakayil Maheshkumar delves into their struggles. Graphic by Kirsten Schnock

[Photo] “Arcane” explores nuanced, complex themes like no other show

Aniketh Vakayil Maheshkumar, Staff Photographer
February 10, 2025
A nonchalant attitude robs people from individuality and a sense of self. The Sidekick staff writer Hamza Zakir believes that being yourself is an important part of living your life in order to foster a genuine connection to others.

[Photo] The epidemic of meh

Hamza Zakir, Staff Writer
December 13, 2024
Tyler, The Creator released his seventh studio album Chromakopia on Oct. 28. The Sidekick staff photographer Brody Sever delves into the story told by Tyler, The Creator.

[Photo] Exploring Tyler, The Creator’s mind with CHROMAKOPIA

Brody Sever, Photographer
November 11, 2024
Diwali and Halloween fall on the same day this year. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally thinks it is important to celebrate both. Graphic by Kirsten Schnock

[Photo] A celebration of light and fright

Deepali Kanchanavally, Staff Writer
October 31, 2024
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