• Board of Trustees meeting Jan. 24
  • City Council meeting Jan. 25
  • Voice recital Jan. 26-27
  • SpongeBob the Musical Jan. 28-Feb. 6
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Trisha Atluri

Trisha Atluri, Executive Entertainment Editor

Trisha is a senior at Coppell High School and the executive entertainment editor for The Sidekick. She enjoys playing ukulele and discovering new music in her free time. You can contact her at [email protected] and follow her on Twitter @trish_atluri.

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Coppell High School juniors Graham Gorman and Lauren Beach portray the villainous couple, Plankton and Karen the Computer, in the Cowboy Theatre Company’s production of “The SpongeBob Musical.” The show opens on Saturday night at 7 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium and runs until Feb. 6.

Bringing in the Bikini Bottom days

January 28, 2022
Coppell High School senior Jessica Liang is a ballerina, violinist, singer and a top 300 scholar in the Regeneron Science Talent Search, one of the most prestigious research competitions for high school students. Liang has been a ballerina since age 4 and danced in the Ballet Ensemble of Texas’ production of “The Nutcracker” in December.

In the Spotlight: Liang en pointe as a creative in STEM

January 27, 2022
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[Photo] Brunch showdown: Ascension vs. Black Walnut Cafe (with video)

January 28, 2022
Popovich Comedy Pet Theater will perform Saturday at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Coppell Arts Center. The family-friendly show includes 30 pets performing a variety of stunts. Photo by Trisha Atluri

[Photo] World-famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater comes to Coppell

January 14, 2022

[Video] Gay-Straight Alliance embracing gender, sexuality diversity on campus

December 16, 2021
Coppell High School Choir sings “The Lord Bless You and Keep You” in the CHS Auditorium on Thursday night. The choir collaborated with Coppell Band and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra at its annual winter concert.

Choir’s crescendo swells at annual winter concert (with video)

December 7, 2021
Tomorrow from 6-9 p.m., the annual holiday parade featuring local organizations will wind its way through Coppell and close the night with a tree lighting ceremony at Andrew Brown Park East. The ceremony includes free holiday treats, photos with Santa and more festive activities.

[Photo] Annual holiday lights parade setting the festive season tomorrow

December 3, 2021
Coppell High School Respira Treble Show Choir freshman Rhea Chowdhary performs “Live in Living Color” from the movie “Catch Me If You Can” during the Respira on Broadway show in the CHS Auditorium on Nov. 5. The CHS choir program is performing its annual winter concert tomorrow at 7 p.m. in the auditorium.

Choir to create winter wonderland at annual concert

December 1, 2021
Coppell volleyball coach and girls athletic coordinator Libby Pacheco was named chief operating officer of the Texas High School Coaches Association and Coaches Education Foundation. Pacheco’s last day in Coppell ISD will be Dec. 17. before assuming her new position on Jan. 1.

[Photo] Pacheco named first COO of state’s coaches association

November 30, 2021
Teatime with Trisha: Diwali celebrations provide slice of home

Teatime with Trisha: Diwali celebrations provide slice of home

November 10, 2021
Coppell Community Chorale alto Deb Wood performs in the main hall of the Coppell Arts Center on Oct. 23. The chorale hosted its fall concert, Legendary, in which choir ensembles covered songs by well-known musicians.

Chorale echoes voices of legends

November 10, 2021
From George Coppell to a growing arts scene

From George Coppell to a growing arts scene

October 26, 2021
Coppell Community Chorale soprano and Coppell Middle School West science teacher Sara Albers sings in the main hall of the Coppell Arts Center on Saturday. The chorale hosted its fall concert, Legendary, in which choir ensembles covered songs by well-known music legends.

‘Legendary’ chorale concert blends voices in perfect reunion (with video)

October 25, 2021
Students often doubt the need for English class when they have spent their entire life speaking, writing and reading the language. The Sidekick student life editor Anette Varghese thinks English is a requisite part of high school curriculum due to its involvement of critical thinking skills.

[Photo] Don’t write off English

September 21, 2021
Singer-songwriter and guitarist Emily Elbert is playing with Harry Styles and Jenny Lewis on Love On Tour. Elbert was a junior at Coppell High School when she released her first album, Bright Side, in 2006.

Elbert shooting for music stardom

September 20, 2021
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth performs her album For the Girls in concert at the Coppell Arts Center on Saturday. The Takeoff Music Festival officially opens the arts center as a performance and entertainment venue for Coppell residents.

Chenoweth brings Broadway home

September 12, 2021
The Ballet Ensemble of Texas dances at the Old Town Pavilion on Thursday night at the Art Sip & Stroll. The event is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Coppell Arts Council, and this year it is celebrated in conjunction with the grand opening of the Coppell Arts Center.

Sip & Stroll’s return reinvigorates local art scene

September 10, 2021
The Coppell Arts Center is hosting its grand opening, the Takeoff Music Festival, from Thursday through Sunday. The festival will include performances by various local artists, actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth, country musicians Coffey Anderson and Matt Castillo, and magician Mike Super.

Arts center to highlight local, national artists in grand opening

September 8, 2021
Coppell senior middle blocker Aley Clent blocks against Euless Trinity at the CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls swept the Trojans at Middle School Night, 25-11, 25-21, 25-10.

Coppell models Cowgirl fight at Middle School Night

September 3, 2021
Coppell senior middle blocker Aley Clent tips against Euless Trinity in the CHS Arena on Tuesday. As Coppell middle school volleyball players watched, the Cowgirls swept the Trojans, 25-11, 25-21, 25-10.

[Photo] Cowgirls sweep Trojans in front of program’s future

September 1, 2021
Coppell head band director Kim Shuttlesworth and color guard director Matthew Rummel conduct after school band rehearsal from atop the band director tower in the parking lot behind Buddy Echols Field on Thursday. Shuttlesworth was named the new Coppell ISD band director on April 26.

Shuttlesworth following love for music in mother’s footsteps

August 31, 2021
Theatre Denton’s production of “Matilda” is held at the Campus Theatre. The musical ran for three weekends this month, with Sunday’s matinee being the final performance.

Theatre Denton’s ‘Matilda’ energetically rejuvenates imagination

August 23, 2021
Coppell High School senior Christine Xu is ranked No. 9 in the CHS class of 2021. Xu will attend the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin in the fall.

Christine Xu

May 14, 2021
Lohiya transforming self-taught skill into inspired masterpieces

Lohiya transforming self-taught skill into inspired masterpieces

May 14, 2021
Munagapati codes his way into a career of designing

Munagapati codes his way into a career of designing

May 14, 2021
In today’s fast-paced world, many people forget the importance of a healthy diet, consistent sleep schedule, social interaction and sufficient exercise. The Sidekick social media manager Blanche Harris discusses the need for each of these factors in maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

[Photo] Blanche’s guide to a happy, healthy life

May 13, 2021
The residents of a diverse town like Coppell are blessed with a variety of appearances and manners of speaking and style of dress. However, those who deviate from the norm are deemed irresponsible or unrespectable. The Sidekick advertising and circulation manager Trisha Atluri argues that this shouldn’t be the case.

Throw away the handbook of respectability

May 12, 2021
Canned food items are required for entry to the movie night hosted by the Coppell High School Earth and space science sixth period class on Friday in the CHS parking lot. This year, each astronomy and earth and space class at CHS organized a community project focused on the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.

[Photo] UN’s Sustainable Development Goals pushing astronomy, ESS to think locally

May 12, 2021
Common microaggressions against the Asian-American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community can snowball into violent hate crimes, as evidenced by the Atlanta spa shootings on March 16. The shootings sparked a nationwide reaction against racism and spurred local organizers into action.

[Photo] COVID-19 Hate Crimes Act passes following waves of anti-Asian sentiment

May 6, 2021
Coppell residents Narisa and Nyra James play the xylophone in the music and movement area of the Biodiversity Education Center during EarthFest on Saturday. EarthFest is an annual family-friendly event hosted by the City of Coppell to provide a platform for environmental education.

EarthFest attracts Coppell’s environmentally conscious

April 28, 2021
Coppell Middle School East Sustainability Club members talk to EarthFest attendees about recyclable materials on Saturday at the Coppell Nature Park. EarthFest is an annual family-friendly event hosted by the City of Coppell to provide a platform for environmental education.

Eco-friendly event celebrates Earth Day with pride

April 25, 2021
Coppell High School senior Vinay Munagapati draws a portrait in AP drawing teacher Michelle Hauske’s second period on Thursday. Munagapati is working on a horror maze video game and will pursue video game design at the University of Texas at Dallas in the fall.

[Photo] Unnamed but untamed: Munagapati developing, pursuing video games

April 23, 2021
The Biodiversity Education Center (BEC) is located in Wagon Wheel Park. On Saturday, Coppell residents can attend EarthFest at the BEC to learn about composting, recycling and environmental conservation.

EarthFest providing platform for environmental education

April 22, 2021
The Bandan Koro African Drum & Dance Ensemble performs at Lewisville City Hall on Saturday at ColorPalooza. The event celebrated spring with art demonstrations, food trucks, local vendors, musical performances and interactive experiences.

Culture blooms at Lewisville’s ColorPalooza

April 19, 2021
Coppell residents stretch to cool down today at Andy Brown Park East during the charity workout held by Get You In Shape Fitness. Donations go to the Taylor Storch Memorial Scholarship, which was founded by the family of the former Coppell Middle School East eighth grader Taylor Storch after her death in 2010.

“Purpose out of pain”: Charity workout honors Storch’s legacy

April 17, 2021
Coppell junior runner Aunna Aguirre and sophomore runner Lillian Egger practice relays at Buddy Echols Field on Thursday. On Friday and Saturday, the Coppell girls track and field team placed second at the District 6-6A Meet, while the Coppell boys placed fifth.

Track relinquishes district title in grueling meet

April 12, 2021
Coppell girls hurdlers compete at the Coppell Invitational on March 11 at Buddy Echols Field. On Friday and Saturday, the Coppell track and field team will defend its title in the Class 6-6A District meet at Marcus High School.

Track warming up to defend district title

April 8, 2021

[Video] #Starworld: Jiang’s talent on piano captivates international audiences

April 2, 2021
CHS9 Student Council vice president Stella Chancellor leads her class for the 2020-21 school year. Chancellor’s responsibilities include helping to organize fundraisers and managing member fees.

Stella Chancellor

April 2, 2021
Are you a true Texan?

Are you a true Texan?

March 11, 2021
The CHS9 Sunshine Committee hands out donuts and coffee to faculty as they celebrate national “I Want You To Be Happy” day on Wednesday. The Sunshine Committee hosts events every year since 2018 to celebrate major life events and boost the morale of the staff.

Positive vibes only: Sunshine Committee raising spirits despite isolation

March 8, 2021
The Coppell ISD Board of Trustees approved changes to the 2021-22 school year’s calendar on Feb. 25. Changes include shifting the first day of school from Aug. 11 to Aug. 17 and reducing the number of school days from 176 to 174, while maintaining the required 75,600 minutes of student instruction.

District approves changes to 2021-22 calendar

March 5, 2021
IBM business development leader Jo Ann Hill’s passion for math and numbers drew her to computer science. She uses her programming skills to lead a racial justice initiative and serve as a co-director at GIGAWOT, a coding camp for girls.

Paving the way: Hill empowering minorities with STEM solutions

February 26, 2021
In celebration of Student Press Freedom Day, The Sidekick advertising and circulation manager Trisha Atluri delves into the world of student journalism with her experiences as a writer, photographer and designer. Atluri highlights the importance of student newspapers during unprecedented times.

#SJW2021: An oasis amidst desert

February 26, 2021
Staffers of The Roundup, which is the Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas’s student newspaper, serve their community through impactful articles written about local events. This week is Scholastic Journalism Week, and today’s focus is on the importance of local journalism.

[Photo] #SJW2021: Jesuit student journalists crafting deeper connections through local news

February 23, 2021
Stonemeade Estates is covered in snow on Sunday. Coppell High School administrators are supporting students and faculty through the power outages caused by the freezing temperatures.

Administration providing off-campus support during power outages

February 19, 2021
Students taking the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) tests in April and May need to be present in person at CISD campuses. End of Course (EOC) assessments administered for high school credits include English I, English II, English III, algebra I, algebra II, biology and U.S. history.

[Photo] STAAR tests administered in person with precautions

February 19, 2021
Coppell High School senior Akhil Aitha plays the marching bass drum on Feb. 8 in the CHS parking lot outside the band hall. In addition to percussion, Aitha makes music outside of school by singing and producing beats on his computer.

From tragedy to melody: Aitha evolving in music creation

February 17, 2021
Coppell homes have been experiencing inconsistent power outages since Monday. Residents can use these tips to stay warm and conserve energy in the record low temperatures.

[Photo] Families utilizing resourcefulness as power outages strike city

February 17, 2021
Coppell residents and football fans can watch the Super Bowl live on Sunday. The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Sally Parampottil unpacks the pomp and circumstance surrounding the game and shares tips on how to watch it like a pro.

[Photo] Coppell Observer: Super Bowl for Dummies

February 5, 2021
The percentage of religiously unaffiliated people in the United States has increased from 17% to 26% in 10 years. The Sidekick advertising and circulation manager Trisha Atluri believes that there is a negative stigma around atheism that should be removed.

Atheism is not amoral

February 4, 2021
Coppell High School junior Hari Srikanth delivers lectures at Artificial Intelligence Club meetings on Monday afternoons via Zoom. The AI Club has been making strides in the past two years to introduce students to coding through workshops, open discussions and guest speakers.

Coding the future: AI Club introducing students to world of machine learning

January 26, 2021
The Cowboy Theatre Company’s winter production “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten” is viewed by audiences online on Friday. The show applies childhood lessons to adult problems through a collection of scenes.

[Photo] Winter production inspires introspection

January 23, 2021
Coppell High School AP psychology teacher Kristia Leyendecker has worked at Coppell ISD since 2014. Leyendecker was inspired to get her teaching degree through her nine to 10 years of working in municipal government in Illinois, responsibilities in Human Resources and teaching Bible study.

Teacher of the Week: Leyendecker normalizing mental illness through caring guidance

January 22, 2021
Cookie dough bites are edible cookie dough hearts coated in chocolate. These heart-shaped treats are the perfect dessert for Valentine’s Day.

Bite into Valentine’s Day with edible cookie dough

January 21, 2021
Protesters stormed the Capitol last Wednesday after President Donald Trump’s Save America rally. The riot interrupted a congressional session where representatives were counting electoral votes to confirm Democrat Joe Biden’s presidential win.

[Photo] Capitol protests spark residents’ concerns about governmental legitimacy

January 12, 2021
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