• Coppell girls soccer became Class 6A Division I state champions on Saturday.
  • Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts its Top 5% Recognition Ceremony at the CHS Auditorium at 6 p.m. on Tuesday.
  • CHS hosts Red/Gold lunch on Thursday.
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The official student news site of Coppell High School

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

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Leila Holmes-Yllescas

Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Photographer

Leila Holmes-Yllescas is sophomore and first year staff member of The Sidekick. She joined The Sidekick to explore journalism and learn more about what being a journalist is like. Outside of the newsroom you can catch her dancing in the choir room with Vivace! or on the sidelines with the sports medicine team. Her favorite pastimes include reading and binge watching her favorite tv shows: “The 100” and “New Girl.”

 

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Coppell High School government teacher Aaron Bunten shares his passion for civic responsibilities so his students can understand their role in the government. Bunten aims for his students to be more involved in civil engagement.

[Photo] Faculty Focus: Bunten inspiring civic engagement through government education

Aarnav Yarlagadda, Staff Writer
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Coppell High School counseling assistant Erin Kelly prioritizes giving students a safe place to ask questions and seek support. Kelly is a data entry clerk and counseling assistant with the goal of becoming a CHS counselor.

Faculty Focus: Kelly fueling campus success behind the scenes

Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Writer
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Compassion is important to our daily lives, but is uncommon. The Sidekick staff writer Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar thinks students should take the time to be purposefully empathetic. Photo illustration by Leila Holmes

[Photo] Critical compassion lacking in interactions

Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar, Staff Writer
December 19, 2024
Academic burnout is often caused by pressure, poor time management and work overload. The Sidekick staff writer Leila Holmes thinks overworking yourself can have a negative effect on them.

Unpacking academic burnout: End cycle of late-night study sessions, caffeine dependence

Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Writer
December 5, 2024
Coppell High School seniors Best Buddies secretary Christian Reyes, president Esha Patel, social media manager Railey Mathine, vice president Rhea Chowdhary and sponsor Courtney Pope are the new leadership of the Best Buddies Club. Best Buddies brings together students with and without disabilities, offering them opportunities to connect with their community, build friendships and make new connections.

Best Buddies opening arms to new ventures

Leila Holmes-Yllescas, Staff Writer
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