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Nyah Rama

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor

Nyah Rama is a senior and the editorial page editor for The Sidekick. Her passion for the opinions section comes from her desire to uncover the truth and represent those who don’t have this platform.

In her free time, Nyah likes to unwind with a good New York Times podcast while doing a workout, watching her favorite football team (the New York Jets) play and binge watching some of her favorite sitcoms which include “Gilmore Girls,” “Schitts Creek” and “How I Met Your Mother.”

Feel free to contact Nyah by email or through her Instagram (@nyah_rama).

 

All content by Nyah Rama
High school is often a time when students can find their identity and make irreplaceable memories. The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama imparts the lessons she learned throughout high school, embracing the idea that nothing lasts forever and all things eventually pass. Photo by Eirene Park

Senior Column: Nothing lasts forever

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
May 22, 2025
Coppell senior Lauren Sanchez recently signed to St. Edward’s University for track and field. Sanchez was inspired to join the sport because of her mother, Rosemary Sanchez, who was born with cerebral palsy. Photo by Reece Murry

A heart the size of Texas

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
May 15, 2025
Pinkerton Elementary School fifth grade students Caroline McAdams, A’meiree Cleveland and Penelope Toledo work with Coppell High School juniors Hemi Riojas and Aditi Rathod on their exhibition on April 8. The exhibition is an annual project tackling global issues that students work towards during their time at Pinkerton.

[Photo] IB Diploma juniors lend a hand to Pinkerton students for PYP Exhibition

Gia Ajani, Staff Writer
May 5, 2025
Coppell senior Drew Minnick throws the first pitch at the top of the first inning against Flower Mound Marcus at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex on April 22. The Cowboys lost to the Marauders, 1-0. Photo by Naila Ali

Strong defense not enough to overtake Marauders

Nyah Rama and Naila Ali
May 3, 2025
Senior outfielder Riley Bishop waits on deck at Coppell ISD Softball/Baseball Complex on April 22. Bishop has been playing baseball for 13 years and is pursuing college baseball at the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in St. Louis.

[Photo] Bishop catching opportunities through persistent drive

Maddy Park, Staff Photographer
April 29, 2025
Coppell senior Drew Minnick pitches on Tuesday at Coppell ISD Softball/Baseball Complex. The Marauders beat the Cowboys 1-0. Photo by Nyah Rama

[Photo] Bats unable to match Minnick’s sharp pitching in loss to Marauders

Nrithya Mahesh, Executive Managing Editor
April 23, 2025
CHS9 AV Tech teacher Chad Price works with equipment used to film weekly broadcast announcements on Feb. 26. Price has been teaching at CHS9 for 2 years, previously working as a manager of technology and teaching audio and visual media in Richardson ISD.

[Photo] CHS9 Teacher of the Issue: Price is right on track with freshmen CTE students

Zaara Shaik, Staff Writer
April 1, 2025
CHS9 students Eesha Jogdand, Olivia Rebello and Charlotte Heer evaluate an audition on Thursday. The American Sign Language (ASL) Club’s production of “Hansel and Gretel” incorporates sign language and spoken dialogue.

[Photo] Signing through cinema

Aashi Panchal, Staff Writer
March 10, 2025
The 2024-25 school year marks The Sidekick adviser Chase Wofford’s 20th year of teaching at Coppell High School. Previously, Wofford worked as a sports reporter with multiple area newspapers.

[Photo] Chasing the news: Wofford’s lessons reaching beyond D115

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor
March 7, 2025
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks food has played an important role in her identity and relationship with her father, Ashwin Rama. Rama emphasizes appreciating the little things that connect you to your culture. Photo courtesy Nyah Rama

Cultural connection 9,000 miles apart

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
March 8, 2025
Coppell sophomore outfielder Courtney Hargrove into home plate to score the Cowgirls’ final run against Hebron on Wednesday at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex. Hebron beat Coppell, 6-3.

[Photo] Hebron spoils district opener as Cowgirls play for a cause

Wendy Le, Executive Social Media Editor
March 7, 2025
The Coppell ISD budget crisis has brought many changes to the district this year. The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks these changes indicate a shift in daily life in Coppell. Photo illustration by Sukirtha Muthiah and Ainsley Dwyer

Coppell as we knew it

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
February 20, 2025

Food Feature: Experiencing Italian food at San Daniele Italian Eatery & Bar

Nyah Rama and Riya Prasad
December 19, 2024
Texas has one of the lowest adult literacy rates in the United States. The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama explains her connection to words and thinks districts should create programs in schools to solve the issue. Interactive by Deepali Kanchanavally.

The illiterate society: Students’ grasp on language slipping

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
December 18, 2024
The Sidekick staff photographer Prisha Hooda eats lemon rice and chapati brought from home in the CHS cafeteria. Hooda thinks there should be less of a stigma around eating ethnic foods at school. Photo by Nyah Rama

[Photo] Respect the spice: Why curry belongs in the lunchbox too

Prisha Hooda, Staff Photographer
December 9, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama hydrates herself after a long workout at The CORE on Nov. 12. Rama describes the gym as her new home, allowing her to gain discipline and self-confidence. Photo by Kevin Gunnampalli

Giving Thanks: Simply, paradise

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 28, 2024
Coppell senior wide receiver Harry Hassman scores a 36-yard touchdown in the second quarter on Friday at Clark Stadium. The Cowboys defeated Lake Highlands, 38-10, in the Class 6A Division I Region I area playoffs on Friday at John Clark Stadium. Photo by Rhea Chowdhary

Hassmann key to area playoffs victory

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 25, 2024
Coppell senior running back Joshua Lock outruns Prosper junior safety Logan Thompson and sophomore linebacker Fahd Allan to score a touchdown on Friday night at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys beat the Eagles 35-27. Photo by Kayla Nguyen

Seniors keep championship dreams alive in playoffs round one

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 17, 2024

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: The way forward

Sabah Uddin and Nyah Rama
November 15, 2024
On Friday at the JEA/NSPA Fall National High School Journalism Convention in Philadelphia, The Sidekick, pictured with NSPA associate director Lori Keekley, senior staff writer Ainsley Dwyer, junior staff writer Saanvi Singh and junior staff writer Lizzie De Santiago, received its Newspaper Pacemaker finalist award. The Sidekick and KCBY-TV received 10 awards at the annual convention. Photo by Chase Wofford.

The Sidekick, KCBY-TV receive 10 awards in Philadelphia

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 14, 2024

Better, stronger, faster

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 12, 2024
Coppell senior wide receiver Tucker Cusano breaks a tackle on Nov. 1 at Neal E. Wilson Jaguar Stadium. The Cowboys defeated the Jaguars, 42-14, securing their spot as District 5-6A champions. Photo by Kayla Nguyen.

Cowboys juke Jaguars, secure District 5-6A championship

Kayla Nguyen and Nyah Rama
November 8, 2024
CHS9 special education aide Deepa Appachetolanda, librarian Brenna Conway, math teacher Gunjan Jain and instructional aide Rasmita Pydisetti take pictures in the library on Friday to celebrate Diwali. Diwali is the Hindu festival of light. Photo by Nyah Rama

Diwali lighting up CHS9 community

Nyah Rama and Namir Awan
November 6, 2024
Campaign signs representing various candidates line the entrance of Town Center on Tuesday. On Election Day, Coppell citizens cast their final ballots for the 2024 elections. Photo by Caitlyn Concepcion

Coppell voters ready for change on Election Day

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 6, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama urges voters and citizens to remain focused on uniting the country, regardless of who is elected. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 presidential election. Photo by Manasa Berra

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: The way forward

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 5, 2024

Your guide to voting

Nyah Rama and Sahasra Chakilam
November 4, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks voters should not focus on unconfirmed propaganda in the final days to the 2024 presidential election. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the election. Photo by Manasa Borra

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Let’s stop talking about Project 2025

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
November 4, 2024

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Fiscally conservative, socially liberal

Nyah Rama and Sabah Uddin
November 1, 2024
On Sept. 30, the Coppell ISD School Board voted to close Pinkerton Elementary School. The proposed closure will save the district a projected $2.1 million.

[Photo] Board approves Pinkerton consolidation

Caitlyn Concepcion, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
Coppell senior setter Carolina Ufret sets a kill attempt against Denton Braswell on Sept. 27 at CHS Arena. In September, Ufret committed to play at Emory University. Photo by Nyah Rama

[Photo] One more ride: Ufret sets sights on Emory

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor
October 29, 2024
Coppell senior safety Matthew Neitzel tackles Denton Braswell senior running back Brailyn Strickland on Friday night at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowboys defeated Braswell, 53-0, to secure a playoff berth.

Shutdown and shutout: Cowboys defense cages Bengals in playoff clinching district victory

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 27, 2024
District 115 candidate John Jun expands on the current immigration issues during the District 115 Forum at Dallas College Coppell Center on Tuesday. The Texas House of Representatives election is Nov. 5.

Hernandez, Jun clash on key issues for Texas House race

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 25, 2024
Coppell senior quarterback Edward Griffin drops back to pass against Lewisville at Max Goldsmith Stadium on Oct. 18. The Cowboys play Denton Braswell at Buddy Echols Field on Friday at 7 p.m.

Cowboys look to secure playoff spot against Bengals

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 25, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks that more people should trend toward being politically independent, accepting ideologies from both existing parties. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 presidential election.

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Fiscally conservative, socially liberal

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 22, 2024
CHS9 student Alexis Hester films the upcoming week’s announcement broadcast. The audio-visual technology class produces campus announcements for the 2024-25 school year.

[Photo] Live from CHS9: Broadcast announcements giving students field experience

Elizabeth De Santiago, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024
Coppell sophomore cross country runner Maya Easterwood is a top three runner in Texas for the 5,000-meter run. Easterwood has been running since seventh grade and recently set a personal record of 16:52 in the District 5-6A Championship.

[Photo] Easterwood accelerates to finish line

Katie Park, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024
CHS9 Hopes for Homeless CEO Gargi Thakur and chief operating officer Saadhvi Thatipally explain a volunteering opportunity to members during a club meeting on Oct. 3. Hopes for Homeless, a new club at CHS9, seeks to make an impact on the community.

[Photo] Hopes for Homeless club making profound impact

Neev Chickermane, Staff Writer
October 9, 2024

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Kamala is brat and I am here for it

Nyah Rama and Rhea Chowdhary
October 15, 2024
Coppell senior running back O’Marion Mbakwe rushes past Little Elm’s defensive line at Buddy Echols Field on Friday. The Cowboys defeated Little Elm, 59-14, to improve to 6-0 overall and 3-0 in District 5-6A.

First half offensive surge too much for Little Elm

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 13, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks Ohio Senator JD Vance’s performance in the 2024 vice presidential debate can improve the Republican Party’s political image. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 election.

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: JD Vance just did Republicans a huge favor

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 8, 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 Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama has experience in being seen as “different.” She advocates for students to embrace their quirky personality traits rather than follow societal expectations.

Antonym of elegance

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 7, 2024
Coppell High School 2023 Homecoming Queen Tali Colclasure celebrates senior Serenity Abalos being named 2024 Homecoming Queen during halftime at Buddy Echols Field on Sept. 27. The Cowboys defeated Hebron, 49-14, in their first district game of the season.

Cowboys dominate Hawks in homecoming game

Eirene Park, Nyah Rama, and Raima Awan
October 5, 2024
Coppell senior setter Carolina Ufret sets on Sept. 27 against Denton Ryan at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls play Flower Mound Marcus on Friday at CHS Arena. Photo by Nyah Rama

[Photo] Cowgirls prepare to take on Marcus

Sukirtha Muthiah, Executive Editor-in-Chief
October 4, 2024
Coppell sophomore Sawyer Frosk and junior outside hitter Ryan Hoerman block against Denton Braswell on Friday at 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
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks that Kamala Harris’s brat-centric campaign can elevate women's position in politics and society. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 election.

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Kamala is brat and I am here for it

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
October 1, 2024

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Authenticity has no place in elections, yet

Nyah Rama and Sabah Uddin
October 1, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama provides tips on how to ask your crush to homecoming. “Ask the Sidekick” is a weekly social media series answering your questions about teen life.

Ask The Sidekick: How do I ask my crush to homecoming?

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
September 25, 2024

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Policy or bias

Nyah Rama and Rhea Chowdhary
September 24, 2024
The Sidekick editorial page editor Nyah Rama thinks authenticity should not be a factor when making political decisions. The series Real Talk with Nyah Rama explores key political issues in the 2024 election.

Real Talk with Nyah Rama: Authenticity has no place in elections, yet

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
September 24, 2024
Coppell senior wide receiver Tucker Cusano sprints past Sachse on Aug. 30 at Buddy Echols Field. Cusano plays a large role in the team’s offensive strategy and has verbally committed to Rice to further his educational and athletic career.

Working in silence, letting success be his noise

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
September 19, 2024
Coppell senior cross country runner Pranav Vegiraju has emerged as a source of reliance and leadership for the cross country team. Vegiraju has been running for three years and recently posted his fastest 5K time of 14:59.9 at the Waxahachie Woodhouse Invitational on Aug. 17 at Lake View Camp.

[Photo] Vegiraju vies for victory

Namir Awan, Sports Editor
September 19, 2024
Arlington Bowie senior linebacker Jeremiah Brinson tackles Coppell senior running back O’Marion Mbakwe on Friday night at Wilemon Field. Coppell won 72-33 against the Volunteers.

Mbakwe, Cowboys show up, show out against Arlington Bowie in 72-33 win

Nyah Rama, Editorial Page Editor
September 16, 2024
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