• Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts Band High School Concert and Sight Reading UIL Region 31 competitions on Monday and Tuesday.
  • Vivace! performs “Lose Control” at the CHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Friday.
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Maanav Subramanian

Maanav Subramanian, Staff Photographer

Maanav Subramanian is a senior and staff photographer for The Sidekick.

Having had an interest in photography for a while, Maanav wanted to have more opportunities to take photos and expand on his interest. He figured the best way to do so was to join The Sidekick.

When not taking photos, Maanav enjoys watching the Dallas Stars. He also likes to play video games with his friends; his favorite games are Valorant and Red Dead Redemption 2.  Maanav also enjoys going to car meets and shows. He is also an Eagle Scout in Troop 840. He is a distinguished leader in the troop and has been in Boy Scouts for the past 7 years.

You can contact him via email (mps6377@g.coppellisd.com) or on Instagram (@sub.maanav).



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Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt, pictured with Texas Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve community chairman Rick Noreiga, announced his retirement on Thursday effective the end of the 2024-25 school year. Hunt has worked in CISD for 35 years and served as superintendent since 2017. Photo by Maanav Subramanian

[Photo] After 35 years in education, Hunt announces retirement

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor
April 4, 2025
Coppell High School principal Laura Springer receives the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) Patriotic Employer Award presented by retired Col. James Hogan, vice president of ESGR Texas. Springer and other CISD staff members received the award due to exemplary leadership and community building. Photo by Maanav Subramanian

[Photo] District receives ESGR Pro Patriot Freedom award for exemplary performance

Katie Park, Staff Writer
April 1, 2025
A Lamborghini Aventador S parking outside the Gipsy Lime Taco Lounge in Irving on March 16 during the Cars & Tacos Spring event. Cars & Tacos is an event sponsored by ParkUpFront where attendees can display their high-performance vehicles and eat at Gypsy Lime.

Redlining engines at Gipsy Lime Taco Lounge

Maanav Subramanian, Staff Photographer
March 31, 2025
Coppell High School Be the Voice juniors Anjana Boppana and Katy Yan are both co-presidents of the nonprofit organization to emphasize the importance of equity in the speech and debate community. The organization provides free tutoring, resources for research and makes scholarships available for students across the country. Photo illustration by Dayami Granados and Maanav Subramanian.

[Photo] Project Be the Voice kindling reform in debate community

Anvita Bondada, CHS9 Editor
March 14, 2025
Electric vehicles are often viewed as the future of cars. The Sidekick staff photographer Maanav Subramanian thinks electric vehicles are not as environmentally friendly as advertised.

Think twice before plugging in: Electric vehicles might not be the bargain you think

Maanav Subramanian, Staff Photographer
February 14, 2025
The construction of the new Coppell High School fine arts building is set to finish in the fall. The Sidekick staff photographer Meghana Linga thinks the fine arts building will enhance opportunities for fine arts students at CHS. Photo by Maanav Subramanian

[Photo] Embracing Coppell’s fine arts, one brick at a time

Meghana Linga, Staff Photographer
January 29, 2025
The pavilion in Andrew Brown Park East is decorated with lights and wreaths for Christmas. Coppell placed several decorations around the city to celebrate the holidays.

[Photo] Four places to embrace your holiday spirit this year

Anvita Bondada, CHS9 Editor
December 19, 2024
Coppell senior guard Bryce Ward brings the ball up for Coppell as it defeated Frisco Centennial, 75-59. The Cowboys host their first District 5-6A game Tuesday in CHS Arena at 7:30 p.m. against Little Elm.

[Photo] District opener foreshadowing season

Cato Ware, Staff Writer
December 17, 2024
Coppell senior guard Bryce Ward sets up the Cowboys offense against Frisco Centennial on Tuesday at CHS Arena. The Coppell boys basketball team defeated Centennial, 75-59.

[Photo] Dominating with focus: Fast start leads to win over Centennial

Ishana Sharma, Lifestyle & Wellness Editor
December 12, 2024
CHS9 student Varsha Pazhayidathu sings a solo for “Beautiful Day” by U2 on 11/16 in the Coppell High School Auditorium. Coppell’s show choir ensemble Vivace! showcased its Fall Show featuring the theme of other Coppell ISD show choirs with the theme: HOME.

Vivace! Takes it HOME

Maanav Subramanian, Staff Photographer
December 2, 2024
Coppell High School librarian Trisha Goins spent 20 years as a digital learning coach prior to becoming a librarian. Goins strives to make students enjoy coming to the library.

[Photo] Faculty Focus: Goins welcoming students to library, creating lasting impact

Riya Suresh, Staff Writer
November 19, 2024
FOARD explains the importance of modernizing the retirement housing in the Coppell Life Safety Park at the Smart City Board meeting on Oct. 24. Each board member shared the improvements they have made since the last meeting. Photo by Maanav Subramanian

[Photo] Smart city board sheds light on future plans for youth, adults

Saanvi Singh, Staff Writer
November 6, 2024
Coppell senior setter Caroline Ufret sets a kill attempt against Denton Braswell on Sept. 27 at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Bengals, 25-16, 25-20, 25-17.

Cowgirls victorious over Bengals in district match

Nyah Rama and Maanav Subramanian
October 8, 2024
The 2023 BMW M4 Competition, a high-performance sports car, is parked outside Gipsy Lime Taco Lounge in Irving on Sept. 22 during the Cars & Tacos car meet. Cars & Tacos is an event where car owners are welcome to register and display their car in a parking lot next to a selected taco restaurant. Photo by Maanav Subramanian.

Pushing pistons with cars, tacos at Gipsy Lime

Maanav Subramanian, Staff Photographer
October 7, 2024
Coppell sophomore middle blocker Finley Penniman hits against Denton Braswell at the CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Bengals.

[Photo] Braswell declawed by wall of defense in Cowgirls district victory

Riya Prasad, Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
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