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The official student news site of Coppell High School

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Vibha Viswanath

Vibha Viswanath, Photography Editor

Vibha Viswanath is a senior and the photography editor for The Sidekick. She enjoys taking photos and filming videos for Coppell Student Media. 

 In her free time, she likes to bake and watch TV. Her comfort shows include "New Girl," "Brooklyn 99," and "The Office." She always looks forward to spending time with her family and friends, especially eating out at restaurants and watching movies 

She always craves drunken noodles, Diet Coke and an iced chai latte. Vibha also has a Taco Bell obsession, one of the only fast food options with various vegetarian options.    

You can contact Vibha at [email protected] or follow her on Instagram @vibha_kv.

 

All content by Vibha Viswanath
Coppell High School senior Brooklyn Branum attended the Airman Leadership School in September to train for the military. Branum hopes to join the Naval Academy after graduation to serve her nation.

[Photo] Branum armed with military ambition

Katie Park, Staff Writer
October 22, 2024
Coppell junior Lexie Patton returns during a doubles match with Coppell freshman Palkin Gangwal against Plano East Jasmine Hart and Ella Perry on Tuesday at the Coppell Tennis Center. Coppell defeated Plano East, 11-3, in the Class 6A Region I bi-district playoffs.

Tennis advances with dominant performance

Vibha Viswanath, Photography Editor
October 10, 2024

Business Beat: Behind Coppell’s senior overalls

Rhea Chowdhary and Vibha Viswanath
September 19, 2024
Coppell freshman Leyton Wang returns during a doubles match with Coppell senior Aneesh Thummala against Denton Braswell on Tuesday at the Coppell Tennis Center. Coppell remained undefeated throughout the tournament against Braswell, 19-0.

Coppell tennis dominates Braswell

Vibha Viswanath, Photography Editor
September 18, 2024
Former Coppell High School Lariettes practice their routine music at CHS Main Gym on Saturday morning. The Lariettes are celebrating their 60th anniversary by hosting a special alumni weekend and performing alongside current Lariettes during Friday’s football game at Buddy Echols Field.

[Photo] Traveling in time for Lariettes’ 60th anniversary celebrations

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment Editor
August 27, 2024
Coppell High School substitute coordinator Julie Wilson describes her role as ensuring the best match between substitute teachers and classroom needs. This is Wilson’s seventh year working at CHS and values appreciation from staff and students, making her job rewarding.

[Photo] Faculty Focus: Wilson’s commitment to building a supportive substitute program

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor
August 27, 2024
Coppell sophomore middle hitter Finley Penniman blocks against Mckinney Boyd junior middle hitter Keira Bose at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls lost to the Broncos, 3-1 (22-25, 25-19, 27-25, 25-23) after a back and forth match during each set.

[Photo] Cowgirls fight hard, fall in competitive match against McKinney Boyd

August 21, 2024
Coppell sophomore middle hitter Finley Penniman blocks against Mckinney Boyd junior middle hitter Keira Bose at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls lost to the Broncos, 3-1 (22-25, 25-19, 27-25, 25-23) after a back and forth match during each set.

[Photo] Cowgirls fight hard, fall in competitive match against McKinney Boyd

Rhea Choudhary, Executive Features Editor
August 21, 2024
Coppell High School Algebra II teacher Hannah Treece sings “Don’t Stop Believin” at CISD Convocation on Aug. 9 at CHS Arena. CISD educators and staff gathered for the annual convocation to celebrate the new school year and kick off the theme of “this place is right.”

CISD staff starts year off right with annual convocation

Vibha Viswanath, Photograhy Editor
August 19, 2024
Coppell High School students gather in the hallways to go to their next class during the second passing period on Wednesday. Coppell ISD returned to school for the first day of the 2024-2025 academic year on Wednesday.

[Photo] Campus educators seek to hook relationships as new school year begins

Yug Talukdar, Assignment Editor
August 14, 2024
Seniors sing the Coppell High School alma mater during the final moments at graduation on Friday at Buddy Echols Field. Coppell High School held its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2024.

Class of 2024 bids farewell to Coppell High School at graduation

Vibha Viswanath and Isabella Callegaro Santos
May 28, 2024
Coppell High School Principal Laura Springer congratulates senior valedictorian Vishnu Marella for graduating first in his class during the senior award ceremony on Tuesday at CHS Arena. Every year, invited seniors are presented with senior awards by CHS staff and faculty to commemorate their work throughout the year.

Class of 2024 celebrate their achievements at senior award ceremony

Vibha Viswanath and Rhea Chowdhary
May 24, 2024

Business Spectacle: Valentine Premier Construction (Video)

Rhea Chowdhary and Vibha Viswanath
May 7, 2024
The Sidekick news editor Sahasra Chakilam commends executive design editor Avani Munji for her unwavering resilience. As The Sidekick seniors graduate and head to college, juniors and sophomores express gratitude for their contribution.

[Photo] An ode to The Sidekick’s seniors: Avani Munji

Sahasra Chakilam, News Editor
May 2, 2024
The Sidekick business manager Sukirtha Muthiah appreciates executive editor-in-chief Sri Achanta for her constant leadership and support. As The Sidekick seniors graduate and head to college, juniors and sophomores express gratitude for their contribution.

[Photo] An ode to The Sidekick’s seniors: Sri Achanta

Sukirtha Muthiah, Business Manager
April 30, 2024
The Elton Johns lead singer John Kenny sings “Honky Cat” during the Sunset Social on Friday at Old Town Coppell. The Coppell community gathered at the Sunset Social to enjoy the sunset with treats and music performed by local tribute band The Elton Johns.

Coppell community rocks’n rolls at Sunset Social

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
April 11, 2024

[Video] The Talk: Breaking Down.. “Blue Hair” by TV Girl

Marli Field, Vibha Viswanath, and Wendy Le
March 29, 2024
Coppell junior first baseman Joaquin Oaxaca bats against Plano during the first inning on Tuesday at Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex. The Cowboys defeated the Wildcats, 2-1.

[Photo] Garcia, Cowboys hold on for 2-1 victory in pitcher’s duel

Ainsley Dwyer, Entertainment editor
March 28, 2024
Business Spectacle: Splash and Dash (video)

Business Spectacle: Splash and Dash (video)

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
March 25, 2024
Coppell junior Shay Patel returns with a backhand during a singles match against League City Clear Creek last Friday at the Coppell Tennis Center. Coppell hosted a breakout tournament with sites at Coppell, Lewisville Harmon, Hebron, Flower Mound Marcus and Flower Mound.

Coppell Varsity Tennis brings the heat at breakout tournament

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
March 11, 2024
Coppell High School senior Ethan Camaret views the moon through a telescope during the Moon Party. The annual Moon Party was held on Wednesday at CHS Main Entrance and Commons for astronomy students to showcase their knowledge and celebrate the moon.

[Photo] Community basks in glory of outer space at annual Moon Party

Nrithya Mahesh, Staff Designer
February 22, 2024
Coppell High School senior Daniya Dias views the night sky through a Celestron 4-inch telescope at the CHS main entrance. CHS Honors Astronomy’s annual Moon Party was held on Wednesday for students to showcase their knowledge and celebrate the moon with members of the community.

Astronomy students, community members over the moon at annual lunar celebration

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
February 26, 2024
Coppell sophomore forward Sibu Socks shoots against Marcus on Jan. 19 at CHS Arena. The Cowboys play Plano East in their second meeting of the season on Friday at 7 p.m. at CHS Arena.

[Photo] Coppell looks to make a stand against top team in Texas

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
February 2, 2024
Business Spectacle: Hawaii Fluid Art (video)

Business Spectacle: Hawaii Fluid Art (video)

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
January 31, 2024
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[Photo] Slow start leaves Coppell unable to recover against Marcus

Sukirtha Muthiah, Business Manager
January 20, 2024
Coppell High School senior Yuvan Muruganandham volunteers at the Coppell Biodiversity Center and specializes in educating children during special events. Muruganandham was recognized for his hours of community service for the city of Coppell.

[Photo] Muruganandham brings science to life through volunteering, TSA

Noor Fatima, Graphic designer
January 18, 2024
Coppell senior Divya Ghanta and junior Sweetie Ansah act as Sofia and The Minstrel during the Madrigals Feast. Coppell Choir hosted the 29th annual Madrigals Feast at the CHS Commons on Friday and Saturday.

[Photo] Madrigal Choir embodies medieval spirit for 29th annual Madrigal Feast

Riya Prasad and Deepika Kumar
December 14, 2023

Business Spectacle: The Lash Lounge (video)

Vibha Viswanath and Rhea Chowdhary
December 11, 2023
The sales tax on feminine hygiene products was lifted in Texas on Sept. 1 through Senate Bill 379. The Sidekick editorial page editor Aliza Abidi thinks the lift of Senate Bill 379 should lead to more acceptance and normalization of menstruation in society.

[Photo] Equal flow: ‘Tampon Tax’ removal lifts menstrual inequality

Aliza Abidi, Editorial Page Editor
December 6, 2023
A Carter Blood Care worker takes Coppell High School counselor Cheryl Abreu’s blood for the Coppell HOSA blood drive. Coppell HOSA hosts its annual blood drive in collaboration with Carter BloodCare on Friday at the CHS student parking lot.

Coppell HOSA hosts annual blood drive

Vibha Viswanath, Photographer
November 10, 2023
Coppell senior opposite hitter Mira Klem spikes the ball against Hebron at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls lost to Hebron, 3-2 (25-16, 25-10, 24-26, 11-25, 15-11), after a close back and forth match.

[Photo] Close, but not enough

Ava Johnson, Sports assignment editor
October 20, 2023
Coppell sophomore defensive specialist Molly Williams digs against Hebron at CHS Arena on Tuesday. The Cowgirls lost to the Hawks, 25-16, 25-10, 24-26, 11-25, 15-11, after a close back and forth match.

Cowgirls fall to Hawks after a close 5-set match

Vibha Viswanath and Eirene Park
October 20, 2023
CHS9 student Sahana Kumar performed with the Middle School Honors Performance Series at Carnegie Hall in New York over the summer. Kumar excels in the fine arts, being a member of Lone Star Youth Orchestra, participating in Coppell High School Theater and singing Western and Indian classical music.

Kumar takes stage at Carnegie Hall

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
October 5, 2023
The Sidekick executive editor-in-chief Sri Achanta encourages students to stick with things they may not love. Throughout her years on The Sidekick, Achanta has grown from being apathetic towards writing to embracing it.

[Photo] Letter from the editor: Embrace the things you don’t love

Sri Achanta, Executive Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2023
Coppell tennis coach Alyssa Noonan instructs JV1 tennis players during morning practice on Aug. 29 at CHS Tennis Center. Noonan’s history with tennis influences her coaching style as she implements new ideas during her first year in the Coppell tennis program.

[Photo] Noonan navigating tennis program into new era

September 12, 2023
CISD staff show their spirit at district convocation by cheering as their school is announced on the screen. The annual CISD Convocation was held at CHS Arena on Thursday for district staff to get excited for the school year and kick off the theme of #CISDMissionPossible.

CISD staff kicks off the school year with annual convocation

Vibha Viswanath, Staff Photographer
August 15, 2023
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