• Coppell ISD students and staff have the day off on Monday.
  • Coppell City Council meets at Town Center at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
  • Coppell High School holds Senior Sunrise at Buddy Echols Field at 6 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Coppell ISD Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt, pictured with trustee Anthony Hill, 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. Sidekick file photo

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

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor
April 4, 2025
A third party gained access to the City of Coppell servers on Oct. 23, causing them to shut down. As a result, the Cozby Library and other city facilities now lack proper Wi-Fi access. Sidekick file photo

[Photo] Wi-Fi wipeout: Library system outage leaves students stranded

Anushka Joshi, Staff Writer
November 22, 2024
Coppell High School students eat during A Lunch. This Tuesday, students with perfect attendance will buy their meals from local restaurants during “Purple Lunch”.

[Photo] Purple Lunch newest addition to off-campus lunches

Ayaan Haque, Staff Writer
October 30, 2024
Pinkerton Elementary School faces the possibility of being consolidated with other Coppell ISD elementary schools to resolve current budget issues. On Monday, the CISD School Board discussed different campus consolidation options at Vonita White Administration Building.

[Photo] Board deliberates campus consolidations to address budget complications

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor
September 11, 2024
Coppell ISD trustee Tracy Fisher resigned from her position at Monday night’s Board of Trustees Meeting. Fisher served as a trustee for nearly 11 years and is running for State Board of Education.

[Photo] Fisher resigns from CISD Board of Trustees

Sri Achanta, Executive News Editor
October 18, 2022
Milaana Dance dancers perform Bollywood choreography during the Kaleidoscope festival at Andy Brown Park East on October 16, 2021. Coppell’s annual Kaleidoscope festival displays performances of art, culture and music to celebrate the diversity of the community.

[Photo] Kaleidoscope festival returning to Coppell

Sidekick Staff Files
October 6, 2022
The Coppell High School Band starts the 2016 Homecoming Parade by playing the fight song. For the first time since 2019, Coppell ISD is having its Homecoming Parade on Wednesday.

[Photo] Homecoming parade back in motion

Aliza Abidi, Staff writer
September 20, 2022
A recruiter from Trinity University speaks to interested families during the 2021 Coppell High School College Fair. This year’s event is Thursday from 6-8 p.m. at CHS.

[Photo] College Fair expected to bring nearly 200 representatives to campus

Yaamini Jois, CHS9 Editor
September 14, 2022
Coppell ISD coordinator of safety and security Rachael Freeman has left the district to serve in the same role at Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD. Freeman worked in this role in CISD for three years and started in CFBISD this week as director of school safety and security.

[Photo] District safety and security coordinator leaves district for position at CFBISD

Sri Achanta, Executive News Editor
September 9, 2022
The Coppell Lions Club hosts an annual pancake breakfast at First United Methodist Church where Coppell residents can purchase raffle tickets and donate blood to Carter BloodCare. Coppell Leo Club volunteers participate in charity events outside of school campuses year round. File photo by Angelina Liu

[Photo] Changes incoming for CHS9’s clubs and 2022-23 schedule

Sruthi Lingam, CHS9 Visual Media Editor
September 9, 2022
New York Jets defensive lineman and 2014 Coppell High School graduate Solomon Thomas instructs campers at the Solomon Thomas Youth Football Camp at Buddy Echols Field on June 29, 2019. Alongside his father Chris Thomas, Solomon spoke on sports, mental health and race at the Coppell Arts Center on Sunday night.

[Photo] “Vulnerability is true strength”

Trisha Atluri, Executive Entertainment Editor
April 4, 2022
Coppell High School students dance to Bollywood songs during freestyle in Heritage Night in 2022. Heritage Night is tomorrow to celebrate the different cultures at CHS.

[Photo] Heritage Night: a colorful celebration of cultures

Aliza Abidi, Staff Photographer
February 15, 2022
Coppell High School Principal Laura Springer has worked in Coppell ISD for 37 years. For her service, she was awarded the Cliff Long Leadership Award on Jan. 29.

[Photo] “CHS has always been my heart”

Anjali Krishna, Executive Editor-in-Chief
February 11, 2022
Coppell Madrigal choir sings in Old Town on Dec. 12, 2020. The Madrigal choir will be performing its annual feast on Friday in the CHS Commons.

[Photo] Madrigal choir continues yearly tradition with 27th feast

Yaamini Jois, Staff Writer
December 9, 2021
Coppell senior small forward Ryan Agarwal headlines the Coppell boys basketball team’s game against Vertical Academy in The Battle on Friday at the Coppell High School Arena at 4 p.m. The clash is the season opener for the Cowboys.

[Photo] Open the gates

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer
November 11, 2021
Former Coppell High School Student Council sponsor Jonathan Denton discusses plans for the 2018 homecoming dance. With Denton’s recent resignation, pre-calculus teacher Lucy Grimmett and English teacher Benjamin Stroud have replaced him as student council co-sponsors.

[Photo] Stroud, Grimmett named new student council sponsors

Minnie Gazawada, Staff Writer/Designer
November 10, 2021
On Sunday from 2-4 p.m., the Coppell High School cheer team will be hosting its annual Cheer Bingo fundraiser in the CHS Commons. 2019 was the last time this event was held as last year’s event was canceled due to the pandemic.

[Photo] Long-awaited Cheer Bingo to return

Minnie Gazawada, Staff Writer/Designer
October 23, 2021
Jade Walker is crowned CHS Prom Queen in 2019 at the AT&T Stadium. Current CHS seniors can attend a unique prom photoshoot on Saturday from 6 p.m to 9 p.m in the arena at CHS.

[Photo] Unique year brings unique prom celebrations

Angelina Liu, Staff Writer
April 30, 2021
Coppell High School students navigate the main hall during passing period in the 2017-18 school year. One year after the last regular day of school at CHS, the community is still upholding various coronavirus-related guidelines, such as social distancing and wearing masks.

[Photo] One year later: Campus commemorating memories on school closure anniversary

Shivi Sharma, Executive News Editor
March 6, 2021
Coppell High School 2019 graduates Vinny Vicenzo, Shania Khan and Misuni Khamankar discuss upcoming projects in KCBY adviser Irma Kennedy's classroom on Oct. 19, 2018. KCBY was awarded the 2020 National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Student Production Emmy for Best Newscast.

[Photo] KCBY-TV takes home second Best Newscast Emmy Award

Anjali Krishna, Co-Sports Editor
March 1, 2021
Coppell sophomore forward Reagan Engler looks to pass in the CHS Arena on Jan. 21 against MacArthur. Coppell plays Richland tomorrow night at 6:30 p.m. at the CHS Arena.

[Photo] Cowgirls look to bounce back against Richland

Anjali Krishna, Co-Sports Editor
November 30, 2020
Coppell senior swimmer Aaron Chang paddles across the pool during the national anthem at the Vaquero Battle at the Coppell YMCA on Nov. 8. The semi-annual meet recognizes members of the Coppell varsity and JV swim team, as well as their teachers, in 23 events, including a teacher appreciation relay and a face-off with the CHS basketball team.

[Photo] Swimmers prepping for intrasquad meet before break

Sreeja Mudumby, Communications Manager
November 19, 2020
Coppell junior Lane Jacobs stays ahead of a pack at the Coppell Invitational on Sept. 4, 2019 at the course at Coppell Middle School West.

[Photo] Understanding mental, physical aspects of pacing, distance racing

Anjali Krishna, Co-Sports Editor
November 16, 2020
Coppell senior co-captain Rishita Uppuluri hits a backhand during her doubles match against Marcus on Sept. 18, 2018 as a sophomore. Uppuluri values the relationships she has created during her four years on varsity tennis more than winning or losing. (Sidekick file photo)

[Photo] Four-year letterman values relationships with relentless play on court

Varshitha Korrapolu, Staff Writer
November 5, 2020
Coppell senior swimmer Cole Tramel competes in the boys 500-yard freestyle consolation finals at the Class 6A Region II Swimming and Diving Meet on Oct. 3, 2019 at the Lewisville ISD Westside Aquatic Center. The Coppell swim team will have its first meet of the season at 3 p.m. tomorrow against Trinity at the YMCA.

[Photo] Trinity dual at home first up for swim team

Anjali Krishna, Co-Sports Editor
October 8, 2020
Coppell Band director Gerry Miller was approved as the district’s coordinator of fine arts by the Coppell ISD Board of Trustees on Monday. Miller has led Coppell Band as a director for five years and begins his new position today.

[Photo] District elevating Miller to coordinate fine arts programs

October 1, 2020
Coppell senior inside linebacker Tim O’Hearn tackles against Lewisville on Oct. 11, 2019 at Buddy Echols Field. O’Hearn committed to play football at Lafayette College on Aug. 11.

[Photo] O’Hearn taking energy from Coppell to Lafayette

Anjali Krishna, Co-Sports editor
September 23, 2020
Former Coppell defensive midfielder and CHS 2020 graduate Montse Lomeli races down Buddy Echols Field on Feb. 10 against Marcus last season. Lomeli is attending Northumbria University this fall in Newcastle, England, and plans to major in sports management while playing soccer. Sidekick file photo.

[Photo] Leaving Coppell comforts

Sreeja Mudumby, Communications Manager
September 23, 2020
Coppell senior golfer Jamie Welsh practices her bunker shot on Oct. 3, 2019 at Riverchase Golf Club in Coppell. Welsh committed to play golf at Oklahoma City University on Aug. 9.

[Photo] Dragonflies on the green

Anjali Krishna, Co-Sports Editor
September 22, 2020
Coppell junior midfielder Bailey Peek challenges a Little Elm midfielder during a scrimmage on Dec. 14 at Buddy Echols Field. Peek verbally committed to play Division I soccer at Rice on July 10.

[Photo] GOAL! Vegas Cup winner Peek scores big with commitment to Rice

Meer Mahfuz, Co-Sports Editor
August 26, 2020
Coppell High School Principal Laura Springer shared her insight on the first week of school with The Sidekick executive news editor Shivi Sharma. CHS began the 2020-21 school year remotely on Monday.

[Photo] #CHSRelentless: Springer’s heart misses students on campus as school opens remotely

August 21, 2020
Former Coppell midfielder Maya Ozymy looks for an open teammate during the scrimmage against Belton on Saturday at Buddy Echols Field on Dec. 14, 2019. Ozymy now plays for Trinity University, where she overcame challenges en route to winning the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference championship game with experience she gained at CHS.

[Photo] Girls soccer takes home all-district awards for unfinished season

Anjali Krishna, Staff Writer
May 15, 2020
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[Photo] Taking fashion to the field: A ranking of Coppell jerseys

Lilly Gorman, Photographer
May 13, 2020
Administrators Sean Bagley and Ryan Lam represent the Coppell High School slogan “We Are One” during the 2014-2015 school year. Now, after 15 years of working for CHS, Bagley is leaving the district.

[Photo] And this is Mr. Bagley

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor
April 28, 2020
Students from Coppell High School’s class of 2019 dance at prom at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The Sidekick business manager Nishant Medicharla discusses that even though this year’s prom has been canceled due to the coronavirus, the class of 2020 may have gained an invaluable lesson - learning to live in the moment.

[Photo] Cancellation of prom may have taught us something more valuable – living in the moment

Nishant Medicharla, Business Manager
April 11, 2020
Former Citizen’s Advocate editor, Shaun Jex, edits a page of the Advocate on Jan. 24, 2017 in Old Town Coppell. The Advocate stopped printing newspapers and is looking to transform into a smaller, online news outlet.

[Photo] 35-year-old Citizens’ Advocate to transition online by ending printed edition

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor
April 4, 2020
Coppell golf coach Jan Bourg talks about her interests and hobbies during a video interview with the 2017-18 Sidekick staff. Bourg is also an AP Calculus teacher and licensed scuba diver.

[Photo] Coach’s Box: Bourg diving into golf, calculus

Sreeja Mudumby, Staff Writer
April 2, 2020
Today, Texas Governor Greg Abbott held a press conferencing issuing an Executive Order regarding social distancing due to COVID-19. Per his instruction, Coppell ISD along with other Texas schools will remain closed through May 4.

[Photo] Executive Order extends school closure

Karen Lu, Daily News/Assignment Editor
March 31, 2020
Coppell sophomore Anthony Black competes in the high jump for Coppell’s track team at Buddy Echols Field last season. Coppell hosts the Coppell Relays tomorrow at Buddy Echols Field at 8 a.m.

[Photo] Track hoping to stay at front of pack at Coppell Relays

Anjali Krishna, Staff Writer
February 28, 2020
Coppell senior forward Alyssa Roemer keeps possession against Irving MacArthur on Jan. 24 at Buddy Echols Field. The Cowgirls face Lewisville tomorrow at 7:30 at Buddy Echols Field.

[Photo] Cowgirls hope to continue winning streak against Lewisville

Nanette Pottoore, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
Coppell junior Colton Delk runs past Jesuit defenders last season at CHS9. Coppell faces Kingwood tomorrow at Coppell Middle School North at 3 p.m.

[Photo] Cowboys looking to start off season strong against Kingwood

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer
February 7, 2020
San Francisco 49ers defensive end Solomon Thomas played football for and graduated from Coppell High School in 2014. Thomas will play in Super Bowl LIV on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami

[Photo] CHS ‘14 alum to play in Super Bowl LIV with defensive powerhouse 49ers

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer
January 31, 2020
Former Coppell ISD School Board Place 7 trustee Tracy Fisher resigned from her position on the board Oct. 17. Fisher has served as a trustee for more than 11 years and is running for the Texas State Board of Education District 14. Sidekick file photo.

[Photo] Fisher using experience to inspire love for students on school board

Nicholas Pranske, Executive Copy and Design Editor
January 17, 2020
During the 2019 Dallas Women’s March, activists stress the importance of voting and women’s rights. On Sunday, the fourth annual march will take place at the St. Paul United Methodist Church.

[Photo] North Texans to remember, celebrate 19th Amendment in Dallas Women’s March

Andrés Bear
January 16, 2020
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[Photo] Bellish nominated for Teacher of the Year through strong relationships

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor
December 26, 2019
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[Photo] Miller teaches with joy, receives teacher of the year nomination

Anjali Krishna, Staff Writer
December 26, 2019
Former Coppell midfielder Maya Ozymy protects from Belton defenders during the scrimmage on Dec. 14, 2019 at Buddy Echols Field. Ozymy now plays for Trinity University, where she overcame challenges en route to winning the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference championship match with experience she gained at CHS.

[Photo] Cowgirls defeat Tigers in exciting first scrimmage

Tracy Tran, Staff Writer/Photographer
December 18, 2019
Coppell High School Madrigals choir students perform during the 24th annual Madrigal performance on Dec. 8, 2018 in the CHS Commons. The Madrigals choir singers will be hosting their 25th annual Madrigals feast this Friday and Saturday night at 7 p.m. in the CHS Commons.

[Photo] “The Perfect Lie” to celebrate at the 25th annual Madrigals feast

Tracy Tran, Staff Writer/Photographer
December 5, 2019
Coppell junior Ananya Sampathkumar wrestles senior Trinity Zapata in a practice match in January last season. Coppell is hosting the Coppell Round-Up tomorrow in the Coppell High School Field House at 9 a.m. Sidekick file photo

[Photo] Wrestling looks to start season strong at Coppell Round-Up

Meer Mahfuz, Staff Writer
November 22, 2019
The Korean Festival, which features opportunities such as trying on hanbok, traditional Korean clothing, is in Carrollton Asian Town Center on Saturday. The Korean Society of Dallas hosts an annual Korean Festival which features local Korean art, Korean food and live entertainment to give many Korean-Americans an opportunity to reconnect with their culture.

[Photo] Korean festival to present opportunities for cultural enjoyment

Claire Clements, Executive Editorial Page Editor
November 15, 2019
Coppell High School choir performs at the 2018 Choir Fall Concert. On Saturday, choir members will perform at the First United Methodist Church in the Region 31 concert.

[Photo] Choir members to perform at Region 31 Concert

Nanette Pottoore, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Attendees browse vendors’ booths at the 2015 Coppell High School Holiday House. This year’s Holiday House is Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will include more than 100 local vendors.

[Photo] Project Graduation to host annual Holiday House

Anvitha Reddy, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Families and friends gather at Andy Brown Park East for the annual Food Truck Frenzy on Oct. 6, 2018. This year Food Truck Frenzy will take place on Oct. 5 from 5-9 p.m.

[Photo] Coppell holding fifth annual Food Truck Frenzy

Shreya Beldona, Staff Writer
October 4, 2019
On June 6, the Board of Trustees approved Coppell High School assistant principal Chris Gollner as the principal of Denton Creek Elementary. Gollner previously taught at Coppell Middle School East for 12 years and has worked as an assistant principal at Coppell High School since 2019.

[Photo] What you missed this summer (2 of 3): New assistant principals bring new ideas to CHS with previous experience in education

Neha Desaraju, Student Life Editor
September 30, 2019
Coppell resident Ali Ohlinger and niece Brooklyn Ohlinger enjoy the live music in Old Town Coppell on March 8 during the Spring Music Series. This season, the City of Coppell is similarly sponsoring a Fall Music Series, offering live music, food trucks and games.

[Photo] Fall Music Series to feature Elevation

Karen Lu, Daily News/Assignment Editor
September 20, 2019
Activists voice their support for the #NeverAgain movement during the March For Our Lives rally in Dallas on March 24. Calls for gun safety legislation, prominent through the March for Our Lives, have been renewed due to recent mass shootings.

[Photo] Mass shootings drive renewed calls for gun legislation

Akansha Singh, Staff Writer
September 8, 2019
On Saturday, the Coppell ISD Education Foundation is hosting its annual Run to Fund at Andy Brown Park East to raise money for the physical education departments. Walk up registration tomorrow morning is $40 for the 5K and one-mile run.

[Photo] Education Foundation to host annual Run to Fund Saturday

Neha Desaraju, Staff Writer
May 10, 2019
On Jan. 30, CHS Red Jacket applications officially opened to current Coppell High School juniors. The Red Jackets are a select group of seniors who serve as ambassadors and leaders to the CHS community. All applications are due Feb. 20.

[Photo] Red Jacket applications officially open, representation wanted

Neha Desaraju, Staff Writer
February 7, 2019
On Friday, former Coppell football coach and current athletic director Joe McBride accepted the position as head coach and athletic coordinator at McKinney Boyd High School. McBride leaves behind Coppell football with a legacy of three district titles in five seasons from 2010-14.

[Photo] McBride returning to sidelines

Christine Zacuai, Executive News Editor
January 25, 2019
During the 2017 Dallas Women’s March, activists fight for equal rights. On Sunday, the third annual march will take place at the St. Paul United Methodist Church.

[Photo] Empowered activists to engage in Dallas Women’s March

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
January 18, 2019
The First United Methodist Church put on the production West Side Story in 2010. FUMC has been producing musicals since 2001, and will be holding auditions for its 2019 show, The Beauty & the Beast, today and tomorrow.

[Photo] Coppell FUMC’s “The Beauty & the Beast” auditions today, tomorrow

Neha Desaraju, Staff Writer
November 29, 2018
The Cozby Library and Community Commons hosts multiple author events each year. Tomorrow at 7 p.m., author Alex London will visit the library to speak with book lovers of all ages.

[Photo] London to inspire readers of all ages tomorrow at Cozby Library

Pramika Kadari, Copy Editor
October 21, 2018
Coppell High School has invited all current and former Coppell Red Jackets to a reunion on Friday. The Red Jackets will have the opportunity to attend a breakfast, the pep rally and the football game. Sidekick file photo.

[Photo] CHS to host 10-year Red Jacket reunion Friday

Neha Desaraju, Staff Writer
October 18, 2018
Since its inception in 1997, the Coppell High School hockey team has won six summer league championships and one state championship in 2003. This year, hockey players and coaches are preparing for the upcoming season with great expectations.

[Photo] Coppell hockey heading into new season with returning players, playoff dreams

Nolan Sanders, Staff Writer
September 4, 2018
Current Coppell High School juniors Charlotte Vanyo and Nicolas Reyes speak out about gun violence during the school walkout on April 20, 2018 at Buddy Echols Field. One year later, Reyes remains frustrated in the lack of progress in gun reform laws and talks.

[Photo] Coppell students walkout in support of gun control and school safety

April 20, 2018
At the 2017 North Texas Teen Book Festival at the Irving Convention Center, New York Times bestselling author Brittany Cavallaro shares her experiences during the School Days, School Daze panel. This year’s festival is tomorrow from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Irving Convention Center.

[Photo] Book lovers gather to meet authors, discuss literature at North Texas Teen Book Festival

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer
April 20, 2018
Donald Trump addressing supporters at his Fort Worth rally in 2016. It has been a year since Trump was sworn into office and he has kept promises as well as broken them.

[Photo] One year of Trump

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
February 2, 2018
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[Photo] Stepping toward a title: Cross country team looks to finish on top

Siraj Mahmud, Staff Writer
November 3, 2017
Cowboys' quarterback Brady McBride looks down the field for a pass.

[Photo] Opening night

Nicholas Pranske, Staff Writer
September 1, 2017
The Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) organization calendar depicting the events for October. HOSA is hosting a blood drive this Friday in the Coppell High School small gym, for all students and teachers 16 and older.

[Photo] Blood drive draws attention for a good cause

February 10, 2017
Coppell ISD Board of Trustees president Anthony Hill shows his support for Coppell High School by doing the traditional guns up out front of CHS. “I was involved previously in various committees and due to the fact that I was involved with so many committees, the actual school board trustees at the time approached me about running and that’s how I got involved in becoming a trustee,” Hill said.

[Photo] School Board members open up about life, experiences at CISD

Lili Lomas, Student Life Editor
February 2, 2017
Coppell ISD has named Brad Hunt (pictured with Coppell ISD trustee Anthony Hill at a school board meeting last January) as the district's new superintendent. Hunt, who replaces Dr. Mike Waldrip, is a former CHS principal, teacher and CISD assistant superintendent.

[Photo] January board meeting recognizes teachers, spreads laughter

Meara Isenberg, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2017
Former Coppell deep snapper snapper Connor Choate, who graduated in 2017, was named as the 2021 12th Man for Texas A&M on Aug. 28. The 12th Man is an A&M tradition dating back to 1922.

[Photo] Lone (Five) Star: Choate finds home as one of nation’s top deep snappers

Marcus Krum, Sports Executive Editor
September 15, 2016
Coppell High School yearbook adviser Sallyanne Harris is The Sidekick’s Teacher of Scholastic Journalism Week. Scholastic Journalism Week celebrates student journalism, The Sidekick has chosen Harris for her big impact on journalism students.

[Photo] Yearbook staff reigns in highest level of ranking, procures individual awards

February 24, 2015
The Coppell Gifted Association strives to help and support GT students, teachers, and parents as they work towards reaching their maximum levels of achievement. The Association holds a variety of workshops and other events directed towards this goal.

[Photo] Gifted education funding no longer in danger: concerned parent groups create change at state legislature

May 17, 2017
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