• Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • Coppell High School hosts Band High School Concert and Sight Reading UIL Region 31 competitions on Monday and Tuesday.
  • Vivace! performs “Lose Control” at the CHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Friday.
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Yoshita Sanivarpu

Yoshita Sanivarpu, Staff Photographer

Yoshita Sanivarpu is a sophomore and first year staff writer for The Sidekick. In her free time you can find her reading, hanging out with friends, or watching movies. She loves reading popular series such as, Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, and Girl Online.Yoshita also loves going to the movie theater with her friends.As a budding photographer and writer, she’s excited to produce amazing pieces for The Sidekick . Yoshita can be contacted through email at yxs5903@g.coppellisd.com.

All content by Yoshita Sanivarpu
Heritage Night shows traditions like never before

Heritage Night shows traditions like never before

Kevin Gunnampalli and Yoshita Sanivarpu
April 10, 2025
Rang De attendees throw colored powder in the air at The Sound on March 15. Rang De brought the community together to celebrate the Hindu festival Holi.

Welcoming Spring with vibrant hues at Holi Festival

Tanishka Kale and Yoshita Sanivarpu
March 31, 2025
Coppell High School is introducing a new science course, Medical Microbiology, for the 2025-26 school year. This course is directed towards students who are interested in microorganisms and microbiology as a field of study. Graphic by Yoshita Sanivarpu

[Photo] New Medical Microbiology course to help students dissect a more miniature world

Ayaan Haque, Staff Writer
February 27, 2025
Many people try to hide their true music taste in order to not seem basic in front of peers. The Sidekick staff writer Ainsley Dwyer thinks mainstream music taste should be embraced.

[Photo] Music popularity does not determine quality

Ainsley Dwyer, Staff writer
February 26, 2025
Coppell High School Black Student Union members Alana Nixon, KeTurah Richey, Sweetie Ansah and Kamsi Mbanugo create Valentine’s Day bags to help strengthen bonds among their members. BSU’s daily announcements throughout Black History Month in February highlight the contributions of Black historical figures in shaping society. Photo by Yoshita Sanivarpu.

[Photo] Importance of Black history told through BSU daily announcements

Cato Ware, Staff Writer
February 21, 2025
As students become adjusted to the second semester, high-school students may find it hard to commit to their New Year’s resolutions. The Sidekick staff photographer Yoshita Sanivarpu encourages students to find ways to maintain goals little by little in the midst of school and work.

Achieving self-satisfaction through goal-setting

Yoshita Sanivarpu, Staff Photographer
February 4, 2025
The new Coppell High School fine arts building, pictured on Jan. 19, is being constructed adjacent to Buddy Echols Field and the CHS field house. Coppell ISD is building the new fine arts building to accommodate programs such as cheerleading, color guard, band, dance and choir Photo by Yoshita Sanivarpu

[Photo] Construction underway for new fine arts building

Aashi Panchal, Staff Writer
January 31, 2025
Coppell High School junior Annabella Perk places cherries as a final touch on her cheesecake in her kitchen on Dec. 2. Perk is the founder of the CHS Culinary Club and an ambassador for Texas MyPlate.

[Photo] Perk cooking up dreams in the kitchen

Neev Chickermane, Staff Writer
December 12, 2024
Vanessa Younts, Erik Rodriguez, Tiffany Bryan, Jim Barber and Lucas Rodriguez perform “Sleigh Ride” in the Main Hall. The Coppell Community Orchestra held its holiday concert “Sounds Like Holiday Spirit” at the Coppell Arts Center on Sunday.

Community orchestra performs with holiday spirit

Yoshita Sanivarpu, Photographer
December 10, 2024
Floating lanterns are released onto the lake after sunset at the Food Festival & Diwali Celebration on Nov. 10 at The Sound. DFW’s Fourth Annual South Asian Food Festival & Diwali Celebration excited the community with bazaars, traditional food, performances and a floating lantern show.

Celebrating Diwali for the Sound

Tanishka Kale and Yoshita Sanivarpu
November 18, 2024

Barre3 setting bar for fitness (video)

Yoshita Sanivarpu, Staff Photographer
October 31, 2024
School of Rock student Josiah Rosas tunes his guitar before playing. School of Rock teaches music within a friendly atmosphere. Photo by Yoshita Sanivarpu

[Photo] School of Rock aiding youth in self expression

Cato Ware, Staff Writer
October 28, 2024
Jacob Benavidez assumed the role of Coppell assistant cross country coach this year. Benavidez teaches outdoor education and table tennis, but had the opportunity to add coaching to his responsibilities.

Previous experience pays off for first-year assistant cross country coach

Yoshita Sanivarpu, Staff Photographer
October 25, 2024
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