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Maya Palavali

Maya Palavali, Staff Cartoonist

Maya Palavali is a senior and the Staff Cartoonist for the lovely The Sidekick. Her favorite thing in the world is her dog, Romeo, and expressing her opinions. You will most likely find her listening to her amazing playlists through earbuds (with the wire, of course.) You can find out more with the twitter handle @mvpalovalley.

All content by Maya Palavali
No tres-passing: Romeo learns a lesson

No tres-passing: Romeo learns a lesson

January 27, 2023
The state of California has many environments, ranging from beaches to deserts. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali explains the lesson she learned about Palm Springs, Calif.

The Twist: A vacation mishap

January 17, 2023
6cessful outfits: Romeo visits the Pup Gala

6cessful outfits: Romeo visits the Pup Gala

January 4, 2023
Coppell High School senior cheerleader Sydney Benson welcomes the Coppell football team onto Buddy Echols Field on Sept. 23. Coppell High School held its annual Homecoming pep rally to celebrate various school groups and promote school spirit prior to the game against Plano West.

Versatility of a smile

January 3, 2023
Coppell High School has a reputation for its academic competition among its students. The Sidekick editorial board thinks in the long term benefits of partaking in the rigorous climb to the top.

[Photo] Editorial: Respect the race to be first

January 3, 2023
10tative inquiry: Romeo’s realization

10tative inquiry: Romeo’s realization

December 9, 2022
Art has many uses and reasons to create. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali thinks art should be for anyone interested in creating, opposed to individuals classified as talented.

Anyone can be an artist

December 6, 2022
A piece of art can often speak volumes to a person who connects to it. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali explores her appreciation towards “The Starry Night,” a painting by Vincent Van Gogh that she holds close to her heart.

Giving Thanks: My inevitable connection

November 24, 2022
Sibusiso Ncube-Socks is a freshman on varsity basketball and strengthens his playing skills by applying academic principles. Ncube-Socks has an extensive basketball background which has helped him adjust to playing at the varsity level.

A perfect formula for basketball

November 22, 2022
With academic and social events, it can be hard to get all of the dates in order. The Sidekick executive editorial page editor Manasa Mohan expresses her gratitude to her Google calendar for its usefulness.

[Photo] Giving Thanks: Months at a glance

November 23, 2022
Mayor Wes Mays congratulates members of the Coppell Municipal Court. The Coppell City Council approves to name the week of November 7-11, 2022 as Municipal Court Week.

City council celebrates Municipal Court Week

November 9, 2022
As politics has taken a bigger role in everyday life, the importance of young voters casting their ballot is as important as ever. The Sidekick editorial board believes in the duty to vote, no matter your political perspective.

[Photo] Editorial: What is “political,” really?

November 3, 2022
Romeo8that: Halloween costumes

Romeo8that: Halloween costumes

November 2, 2022
Every fall, companies integrate pumpkin spice products into their marketing campaigns. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali delves into the inherent problem behind this tactic.

The Twist: The inevitable return of pumpkin spice

October 24, 2022
Coppell senior middle blocker Allie Stricker spikes against Flower Mound after an assist from Coppell senior setter Taylor Young in CHS Arena on Friday. Flower Mound defeated the Cowgirls, 3-1.

Cowgirls lose intense district match against Flower Mound

October 23, 2022
Coppell senior outside hitter Skye Lamendola blocks against Plano at Coppell High School Arena on Friday. Coppell hosts Flower Mound at 6:30 p.m. at CHS Arena on Friday.

Cowgirls energized for key district match against Flower Mound

October 20, 2022
Coppell ISD cooperative strategies officer Cindy Powell speaks on the economic status of CISD and in specific improvements needed in CISD schools. The meeting addressed the district’s need to develop student retention and enrollment rates as well as updates The ESSER funds.

CISD on track to improve enrollment rates and student retention

October 18, 2022
Bandan Koro African Drum & Dance Ensemble performers Edward Dogbe, Kweku Codrington and Ande Jones play the drums during the Kaleidoscope festival at Andy Brown Park East on Oct. 8. Coppell’s annual Kaleidoscope festival highlights the diversity of the community through a display of art, culture and music.

Kaleidoscope festival shines light on local hearts

October 17, 2022
Lostthe1: ice cream rhythm and blues

Lostthe1: ice cream rhythm and blues

October 14, 2022
In the age of technology, many have the belief that the younger generation is overly dependent on it. The Sidekick executive editorial page editor Manasa Mohan proposes the viewpoint of societal technological comfort instead.

[Photo] We aren’t addicted, we’re just comfortable

October 14, 2022
Coppell senior outside hitter Daki Kahungu kills against Plano at CHS Arena on Friday. Coppell hosts Lewisville at 6:30 p.m. at CHS Area on Friday.

Cowgirls serve up confidence against Lewisville

October 6, 2022
The video-based social media platform TikTok has risen in popularity since its creation in 2016. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali explains how the app has had a large influence on the music industry.

A new era of tunes

October 6, 2022
Coppell High School AP Environmental Science teacher Maxx Lazos taught at Dallas ISD for a half year prior to teaching at CHS. Lazos followed his mother, Rebecca Ann Lazos, as a teacher and has been teaching in Coppell ISD for four years.

Lazos creating a tight knit family in E106

October 4, 2022
Teenagers often struggle to find a balance in their schedule, especially when overworking at their jobs. The Sidekick thinks teen workers should, if they have the financial means to do so, advocate for themselves as a student and as an employee.

[Photo] Editorial: Part-time jobs should not cause full-time problems for high school students

October 3, 2022
Coppell took on the Dallas Jesuit boys and Dallas Ursuline girls tennis teams on Friday at the CHS Tennis Center. Coppell came away with a 20-8 victory and hosts Plano on Tuesday at 4 p.m.

Coppell tennis bounces back with win against Jesuit and Ursuline

October 3, 2022
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Ready4Skool: morning routine

September 30, 2022
Coppell High School engineering teacher Michael Yakubovsky has been a STEM teacher since 2003. Yakubovsky was selected as the regional President for Technology Student Association (TSA) for the 2022-23 school year.

Building a STEM-oriented community

September 27, 2022
Coppell senior outside hitter Skye Lamendola hits against Denton Guyer on Aug. 31 at the Coppell High School Arena. Lamendola plays varsity volleyball while balancing schoolwork, enriching her leadership skills in the past four years.

Following in mother’s footsteps

September 21, 2022
Coppell junior Zahra Shaikhali returns a ball in her doubles match against Houston Clear Brook on Friday at the Coppell Tennis Center. Shaikhali and her partner, Coppell junior Sriya Meduri, beat Houston Clear Brook, 6-2, 6-1. The Coppell tennis team beat Clear Brook, 16-3.

Tennis sees victory against Clear Brook

September 19, 2022
The newest internet phenomenon is an app designed to interact with friends through photos, dubbed BeReal. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali warns prospective users to proceed with caution using a list of grievances.

The Twist: The pitfalls of BeReal

September 15, 2022
Standardized multiple choice testing has become a staple for high school education, but that does not mean it yields positive results. The Sidekick junior staff writer Anushree De examines the faults in this form of testing and advocates for reform.

[Photo] The choice to end all choices

September 12, 2022
Coppell High School sophomore Lariettes Caroline Leach, Elise Kniff, Tanna Robbins and Payton Hardcastle converse before the Lariettes Spaghetti Dinner commences in the CHS Commons on Friday. The Lariettes Spaghetti Dinner is an annual CHS tradition and fundraiser before the first home football game of the season that features a catered meal, raffle prizes and baked goods. Photo by Shreya Ravi

Lariettes’ timeless tradition successfully starts home slate

September 6, 2022
With the recent rise of social media usage, the line between celebrity accountability and cancel culture has begun to blur. Staff Cartoonist Maya Palavali explains the appropriate way to address serious situations.

Actions require appropriate consequences, regardless of fame

September 1, 2022
The annual Lariettes spaghetti dinner supports the Lariette Service Organization for the incoming school year. The event is Friday from 5 - 6:45 p.m. in the Coppell High School Commons.

Lariettes kick off school year with 32nd annual spaghetti dinner

August 31, 2022
Back2skool advice: Outfit edition

Back2skool advice: Outfit edition

August 22, 2022
Ayane Kobayashi is the staff cartoonist of The Sidekick. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavalli expresses how Kobayashi has influenced her time on staff.

Ayane Kobayashi

May 13, 2022
The 2021-22 school year has been a tough one for high school students. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali addresses a letter to her junior year to air her grievances.

An ode to junior year

May 11, 2022
The act of forgiving oneself is almost unheard of. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali talks about the importance of taking the time to self reflect and forgive past mistakes.

Give yourself grace

May 11, 2022
Coppell High School senior Sage Priest performs a scene from “Into the Woods” during the Senior Showcase on Saturday in the CHS Black Box. Priest participated in the show to mark the end of her high school experience.

Following a dream: theater journey of Priest

May 5, 2022
Coppell senior Mia Bonetto plays as a midfielder for the Coppell lacrosse team. She moved from Argentina in her sophomore year of high school and has been able to make friends through her lacrosse team.

Adapting to a new culture through lacrosse

May 3, 2022
Vivacé! strikes its closing pose of the performance “You Can’t Stop the Beat” from Hairspray in the CHS Auditorium on Sunday. Vivacé! presented “Rewind” to showcase the song because of COVID-19 and featured special guest VOX, the show choir from Coppell Middle School East.

Taken back in time through showstopping talent

May 2, 2022
The HB 3 year bill was introduced. The Board of Trustees of Coppell Independent School District meeting was held April 26th to discuss matters of the 2022-2023 budget proceedings.

CISD Trustees plan for the upcoming school year’s budget proceedings

April 27, 2022
The Coppell ISD filter automatically filters out inappropriate websites based on grade level and the Lightspeed system. Websites can be unblocked if a student or teacher submits a help desk ticket and the district technology department can consider making it available.

District internet filter follows guidelines of federal law

April 25, 2022
Being sensitive, or “wearing your heart on your sleeve” is often viewed in a negative light. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali shares the importance of freely expressing your emotions.

Wearing your heart on your sleeve

April 25, 2022
Unfortunate fortune cookies

Unfortunate fortune cookies

April 21, 2022
Coppell seniors Purvi Dhasmana and Kaden Cox perform a scene from “The Children’s Hour” during the Senior Showcase on Saturday in the Black Box Theatre. The Senior Showcase celebrated all Cowboy Theatre Company seniors through highlighting solo and group performances.

Senior Showcase marks a beautiful end for talented actors

April 13, 2022
Coppell High School junior shortstop TJ Pompey bats against the Frisco Memorial Warriors. The Cowboys defeated the Warriors on Friday, 11-1.

Cowboys face Hebron with a boosted spirit

April 5, 2022
Perfect Saturday

Perfect Saturday

April 5, 2022
Coppell junior catcher Medleigh Danchak cheers on her teammates in a game against Plano on March 8 at CISD Baseball/Softball Complex. Danchak has become an integral piece within the softball team.

Danchak helps softball team become a Cowgirl family

April 1, 2022
Women’s History Month is a time for people to appreciate the female figures that have played an important role in their lives. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali reflects on fond memories with her aunt, Deepika Chalemela. Photo courtesy of Maya Palavali.

The Woman Who Made Me: Cupcakes made with love

March 30, 2022
Coppell junior shortstop TJ Pompey hits against Frisco Memorial on Friday at the Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex. The Cowboys defeated the Warriors, 11-1.

Cowboys dominate in last weekend’s HEB Tournament

March 9, 2022
CHS9 student Ivy Tian sketches a figure in Coppell High School art teacher Michelle Hauske’s classroom after school on Feb. 14. Tian often draws inspiration from fandoms she follows and creates fan art incorporating emotions she faces in her daily life.

Tian combining online community with artistic freedom

March 4, 2022
The Coppell girls lacrosse team lost, 12-7, to Frisco in their Tuesday evening game at Coppell Middle School North

Cowgirls take on Keller, hopes to build team strength

March 4, 2022
A View of Coppell: City Council

A View of Coppell: City Council

March 2, 2022
Coppell City Council Place 6 member Biju Mathew has been on the council since 2018. Mathew is proud of numerous achievements for the city, notably its award-winning parks and fiscal responsibility.

Biju Mathew

March 2, 2022
Coppell City Council Place 7 member Mark Hill has been on the council since 2014. Mathew is proud of numerous achievements for the city, notably its neighborhood development and quality of city services.

Mark Hill

March 2, 2022
Scholastic Journalism Week is Feb. 21-25 to celebrate student media programs across the country. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali shares how being part of the newspaper program has offered a platform, welcoming community and fostered a passion for journalism.

#SJW2022: How writing helped me find a community

February 25, 2022
Conversing with the moon

Conversing with the moon

February 9, 2022
Coppell High School debate teacher SunHee Simon discusses details for an upcoming competition with CHS junior Hunniya Ahmad during eighth period on Jan. 31. Simon graduated from Stanford University in 2019 and has used previous experiences to model her teaching and advocacy for the importance of representation in debate.

Black History Month: Simon advocating for debate equity

February 7, 2022
Coppell freshman defender Tabitha Sinen defends Marcus freshman midfielder Maddie Reynolds player during the second half against Marcus Flower Mound Marcus on Tuesday at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowgirls defeated the Marauders, 1-0.

Orzolek’s first half strike lifts Cowgirls past Marcus

February 2, 2022
The Black community has shaped contemporary culture throughout history. The Sidekick staff writer Minnie Gazawada gives credit to their cultural impact. Graphic by Maya Palavali

[Photo] #BlackHistoryMonth: Vanishing footprint left by Black community on pop culture

February 1, 2022
Coppell sophomore point guard Alex Tung drives to the basket against Flower Mound Marcus in CHS Arena. The Cowboys were defeated, 60-49, on Tuesday night.

Marcus pulls away late from Cowboys in district matchup

January 26, 2022
Coppell senior point guard Devank Rane plays defense after a timeout in CHS Arena on Jan. 14. The Cowboys host Flower Mound Marcus at 8:00 p.m. tonight in the CHS Arena.

Cowboys ready with refound confidence facing Marauders

January 25, 2022
The Sidekick writer Maya Palavali enjoys walking around Coppell High School while listening to music to de-stress. Palavali thinks romanticizing the little things in day to day life brings out the best in people.

Living life through rose-tinted glasses

January 21, 2022
Cowgirls continue unbroken victory, winning against Lewisville

Cowgirls continue unbroken victory, winning against Lewisville

January 10, 2022
With not being educated about the LGBTQ community, many aspects can be confusing. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali explains the importance of self education.

It is your job to educate yourselves, not the community

December 3, 2021
Even if they might not always get along, siblings are an integral part of many people’s lives. The Sidekick staff writer Maya Palavali expresses the depth of her relationship with her brother and the gratefulness she’s grown to have.

Giving thanks: Boba runs and calling shotgun

November 29, 2021
Operation Serve DFW members Jiya Patel, a junior at Coppell High School, and Meghana Chinta, a junior at Lewisville High School, discuss future club projects over coffee at Starbucks in Coppell. Operation Serve DFW is a volunteering organization started in June by Coppell High School junior Dilan Patel and Chinta.

Serving the community one operation at a time

November 2, 2021
Coppell High School sophomore Kristen Remidez is seen looking scared with markings on her face to resemble plastic surgery marks. The pictures explore the harmful effects of a negative social media influence as well as a poor body image.

Taking back our bodies

October 29, 2021
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