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Nandini Paidesetty

Nandini Paidesetty, Visual Media Editor

Nandini Paidesetty, a senior and the Visual Media Editor for The Sidekick.  She is a photographer, and works on publishing weekly podcasts. She love being adventurous and being in the nature. In her free time, she enjoys baking and going on long bike rides. You can contact her at [email protected]

All content by Nandini Paidesetty
The Sidekick took first place in NSPA Website Best of Show and ninth place in Newspaper Best of Show at the JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention on Nov.12 in St. Louis. The Sidekick executive leadership of junior news editor Sri Achanta, senior editorial page editor Manasa Mohan, senior editor-in-chief Angelina Liu and senior design/interactive editor Srihari Yechangunja led the program to its success.

[Photo] The Sidekick and KCBY-TV take home numerous national awards

November 18, 2022
Coppell junior wide receiver Baron Tipton misses a passing touchdown in the end zone against Plano on Nov 3. at Buddy Echols Field. The Coppell football team defeated Plano, 34-7, on Senior Night.

Cowboys triumph over Wildcats to end regular season

November 14, 2022
Coppell High School seniors Claire Wang and Ashley Zhang play the marimba performing “Neon Dystopia” at Flower Mound Marcus High School on Saturday. Coppell Percussion was named winner of the Standstill 1 Silver Division of the 2022 Lone Star Drumline Invitational.

[Photo] Coppell steals the light at Lone Star Classic

November 14, 2022
Coppell senior wide receiver Zack Darkoch rushes against Plano at Buddy Echols Field on Nov. 3. The Coppell football team defeated Plano, 34-7, on Senior Night.

[Photo] Cowboys wallop the Wildcats to set up home playoff game

November 5, 2022
Plugging in... gender stereotypes

Plugging in… gender stereotypes

October 31, 2022
Plugging in... balancing two genres of teaching

Plugging in… balancing two genres of teaching

October 26, 2022
Plugging in... academic pressures

Plugging in… academic pressures

October 24, 2022
Technology has made simple actions, such as listening to music and taking photos, easier over time. The Sidekick staff writer Sreehitha Moravaneni explores how teenagers use film cameras nowadays despite having the convenience of taking photos on their phone.

[Photo] Screenagers bringing back retro

October 18, 2022
Plugging in... advantages of meditation

Plugging in… advantages of meditation

October 17, 2022
Coppell High School Forensics teacher Joshua Henderson is interviewed at the Coppell ISD job fair on April 10 at CMSW by CHS Principal Laura Springer and former CHS Assistant Principal Chris Gollner. The job fair helped Coppell ISD find teachers for hard to fill subjects.

[Photo] Recapturing the passion for teaching

October 11, 2022
The Coppell High School student section cheers on the Cowboys as they face the Wolves at Buddy Echols Field on Sept. 23. Coppell defeated Plano West, 46-35, on homecoming.

Coppell Homecoming game brings victory home

October 3, 2022
Coppell’s junior wide receiver Baron Tipton celebrates a touchdown during the second half of Coppell’s 46-35 victory over Plano West. Coppell plays Lewisville tonight at 7 p.m. at Max Goldsmith Stadium in District 6-6A action.

[Photo] Cowboys face their deep water against Lewisville

September 30, 2022
The Coppell student sections cheers on the Cowboys as they play against Plano West at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. Coppell defeated Plano west 46-35, during their annual homecoming game.

[Photo] Spirits high as touchdowns fly

September 28, 2022
Victory Place @ Coppell student Melanie Arce works on her online coursework on Aug. 31 at Victory Place. Victory Place focuses on giving their students an opportunity to identify their needs and offer an expedited graduation path.

[Photo] Victory Place @ Coppell cultivating tailored educational experiences

September 8, 2022
Micd Up: Football

Mic’d Up: Football

September 6, 2022
Coppell senior running back Malkam Wallace catches the ball on Friday at Buddy Echols field. Coppell wins against Grand Prairie, 30-26.

[Photo] It takes every last man and moment to win

September 6, 2022
What is your favorite rainy day song?

What is your favorite rainy day song?

August 25, 2022
Members of the Bond Committee stand to be approved as part of the bond program at Monday’s Coppell ISD Board of Trustees meeting at the Vonita White Administration Building. This committee includes a variety of CISD teachers, students, administration and members of the community.

[Photo] Coppell ISD facing $9.67 million deficit in budget, concerns for data safety

August 23, 2022
Coppell High School service dog London takes a walk around the CHS campus on Thursday. CHS service dogs are trained to calm and provide comfort to special needs students.

[Photo] High school sweetheart edition: Pawfect friend brightens schooldays

May 13, 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.

[Photo] Ayane Kobayashi

May 13, 2022
Nicholas Larry is a staff photographer on The Sidekick. The Sidekick’s CHS9 editor Iniya Nathan expresses how Larry has influenced her time on staff.

[Photo] Nicholas Larry

May 13, 2022
Coppell High School Color Guard concludes its performance of “Toy Factory” at the CHS Arena on April 3. CHS Color Guard won third place at the North Texas Colorguard Association (NTCA) state competition.

[Photo] Color guard flying to new heights at NTCA

May 12, 2022
Coppell senior valedictorian Mira Jiang has been classically trained in ballet since age six. Jiang is a novelist, musician and dancer as well as a philanthropist.

[Photo] Jiang writing her Fantaisie Impromptu

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.

[Photo] Adapting to a new culture through lacrosse

May 3, 2022
The Lariette Spring Show will take place tomorrow at 7 p.m. in the Coppell High School Auditorium. Tickets are priced at $12 for general admissions and $15 for reserved seating.

[Photo] Lariettes recreating popular films at the Spring Show

April 21, 2022
Keeping up with Coppell: Kay Pham

Keeping up with Coppell: Kay Pham

April 15, 2022
Joshua Henderson is offered a forensics science teaching position at Coppell High School for the next school year on Saturday at Coppell Middle School West. On Saturday, Coppell ISD hosted a job fair at CMSW that allowed applicants to interview for various positions.

[Photo] The golden ticket

April 11, 2022
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[Photo] The Sportlight: Yin mastering serves, control over technique

April 8, 2022
CHS Color Guard performs the sabre-flag feature in “Toy Factory” at CHS Arena on Sunday. CHS Color Guard won third place at the North Texas Colorguard Association (NTCA) competition.

Color Guard takes third at home NTCA competition

April 8, 2022
Saving money is an important habit to instill at a young age. The Sidekick visual media editor Angelina Liu explains how one can form key habits when it comes to budgeting.

[Photo] It just makes cents

April 7, 2022
The Coppell Community Orchestra practices at the Coppell Arts Center on Jan. 19. Galveston Symphony Orchestra founder Jerry Bailey has been instrumental in the Coppell Community Orchestra’s success since its establishment in 2018.

[Photo] New beginnings: Bailey crafting legacy as musical visionary

March 29, 2022
Coppell High School senior Mario Torres Ramos performs “Prelude to Paradise” in the CHS Auditorium on March 5. The CHS drumline and Coppell Middle School percussionists presented their annual Purely Rhythmic show featuring guest artist Team Islas.

Purely Rhythmic hosts collaborative performance with drumline featuring Team Islas

March 29, 2022
Coppell High School senior Shruthi Shukla keeps a steady tempo by tapping her knee, a traditional method known as talam. Shukla has been singing Hindustani music since age 5 and takes exams administered by an Indian music organization, Pracheen Kala Kendra.

[Photo] In the Spotlight: Shukla resonating with Indian culture through Hindustani music examinations

March 22, 2022
Public displays of affection (PDA) at school often makes students uncomfortable. The Sidekick visual media editor Angelina Liu thinks common high school public displays of affection should be moved off campus.

[Photo] Coppell Observer: Dear couples of Coppell High School…

March 11, 2022
Coppell High School juniors Nivi Anandaraj, Destiny Wang, Ashley Zhang, Claire Wang and Megha Pazhayidathu perform “Five on Five” together on one marimba. The CHS Drumline and Coppell Middle School percussionists presented their annual “Purely Rhythmic” show on Saturday, featuring guest artist Team Islas.

[Photo] Drumline innovates with back-to-back versatile pieces in “Purely Rhythmic”

March 8, 2022

[Video] Patel elected District 11 DECA president (with video)

February 18, 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.

[Photo] Living life through rose-tinted glasses

January 21, 2022
Appointment-only COVID-19 testing is available in the visitor’s side press box of Buddy Echols field. The Curative testing center is open from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday for patients of at least 5 years of age; minors between 5 and 17 years must have an adult accompany them.

[Photo] Beginning 2022 with more positive (cases)

January 10, 2022
Tappy’s Yogurt has been a staple for Coppell residents for years. The Sidekick editor-in-chief Anjali Krishna dislikes the change of spoons at Tappy’s Yogurt, as well as the many other changes occurring in her life right now.

[Photo] Letter from the Editor: New spoons, new me

December 14, 2021
Coppell cross country warms up with a one mile jog on Tuesday at Buddy Echols field. Coppell High School junior Tahir Ali (center) is returning from an injury and perseveres to improve every morning.

[Photo] Student of the Week: Ali strives to cultivate dedication, support teammates in pursuit of excellence

November 19, 2021

Video: Starbucks fall favorites transitioning into autumn

November 5, 2021
Coppell High School junior Adi Patel checks the control panel of the Czech Sport Cruiser N919TM aircraft at Thrust Flight flight school on Oct. 23 at Addison Airport. Patel is obtaining his pilot’s license and wants to join the U.S. Air Force.

[Photo] Limitless mindset propels Patel towards Air Force

November 1, 2021
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[Photo] Taking back our bodies

October 29, 2021
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