• Runners will participate in the Gobble Wobble 5K and Fun Run at Andrew Brown Park East at 8 a.m. on Saturday.
  • The Cozby Library and Community Commons hosts the Big Book Sale from 4-7 p.m. on Friday.
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Bella Mora, Staff Designer

Bella Mora is a senior and third year graphic designer on The Sidekick. In her free, time she enjoys listening to music, watching movies and drawing. Outside of school, she practices tae kwon do where she is a black belt. Please contact any concerns at her Twitter @Username1810 or email her at [email protected].

All content by Bella Mora
With Jojo Siwa’s rise to fame came hate from people saying she should be more mature. The Sidekick staff writer Victoria Hertel explains why Siwa does not deserve the hate.

[Photo] Why Jojo Siwa is a pop icon

Victoria Hertel, Staff Writer
May 15, 2020
Coppell High School physics teacher Cynthia Lee has found a hobby reviewing movies. Lee has reviewed more than 600 films in various genres. Graphic by Bella Mora

[Photo] Scoring more than just papers

Sreeja Mudumby, Staff Writer
May 15, 2020
In an ever growing market, the fashion industry chooses to prioritize sales over climate impact and the wellbeing of many child workers. The Sidekick staff writer Anjali Krishna discusses the ways in which fast fashion contributes to climate change and inhumane working conditions.

[Photo] Think again before purchasing that cheetah print skirt

Anjali Krishna, Staff Writer
May 6, 2020
The Sidekick Strips #22- "Types of Friends: The Creative One"

The Sidekick Strips #22- “Types of Friends: The Creative One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
April 24, 2020
Given the current Dallas County shelter-in-place order, many domestic abuse hotlines have seen a fluctuation in the number of calls. With this order, many people are forced to stay at home with their abuser, making for a difficult living situation.

[Photo] COVID-19 creating dangerous environments for victims of domestic abuse

Avani Kashyap, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
Two out of the past five elections have produced a president who did not win the majority of popular votes. The Sidekick staff writer Trisha Atluri discusses a solution to the disagreement between the electoral and popular vote in recent history.

[Photo] Outdated voting system would be harmful in upcoming elections

Trisha Atluri, Staff Writer/Photographer
April 14, 2020
On Monday the Coppell ISD Board of Trustees discussed issues regarding revenue and savings due to COVID-19. This meeting was held virtually due to Dallas County’s Shelter-at-home order.

[Photo] Board addresses COVID-19 impacts on tax revenues, curriculum

Karen Lu, Daily News/Assignment Editor
April 10, 2020
Texas Governor Greg Abbott is ordering the reopening of selected businesses across the state. The Sidekick staff writer Yasemin Ragland thinks we should move slowly, agreeing with Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins, as coronavirus cases continue to increase.

[Photo] Double tasking as students, essential workers

Sally Parampottil, Executive Sports Editor
April 9, 2020
Lauv released his first studio album, ~how i’m feeling~ on March 6. Although it features many powerful lyrics and catchy tunes, its repetitive themes and long length hold Lauv back from reaching his full potential, according to The Sidekick executive news/enterprise editor Pramika Kadari.

[Photo] Lauv’s ~how i’m feeling~ relates to generation’s feelings of “modern loneliness”

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor
April 2, 2020
The Sidekick Strips #21- "Types of Friends: The Emotional One"

The Sidekick Strips #21- “Types of Friends: The Emotional One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
March 27, 2020
Coppell opened the Coppell & Marcus Tournament with a 6-3 victory over Waxahachie on Thursday at the Coppell ISD Softball Complex. The Cowgirls play Ennis and Cedar Hill on Saturday.

[Photo] Cowgirls surge over Waxahachie in first Coppell & Marcus Tournament game

Anika Arutla, Social Media Manager
March 6, 2020
The Sidekick Strips #20- "Types of Friends: The Party One"

The Sidekick Strips #20- “Types of Friends: The Party One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
February 28, 2020
The Sidekick Strips #19- "Types of Friends: Valentine's Day Edition"

The Sidekick Strips #19- “Types of Friends: Valentine’s Day Edition”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
February 13, 2020
The Sidekick Strips #18: "Types of Friends: The Childish One"

The Sidekick Strips #18: “Types of Friends: The Childish One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
February 7, 2020
Today is Student Press Freedom Day. Student Press Freedom Day began to advocate to stop censorship of student journalists.

[Photo] Student Press Freedom Day promoting value of uncensored journalism

Avani Kashyap, Staff Writer
January 29, 2020
Today is Student Press Freedom Day, a day which recognizes the rights of student journalists. The Sidekick executive sports editor Sally Parampottil explains the role of sports reporting in her changed perception of student athletes. Photo illustration by Bella Mora.

[Photo] #StudentPressFreedomDay: Media rights breaking perceptual barriers in sports

Sally Parampottil, Executive Sports Editor
January 29, 2020
The Sidekick Strip #17- "Types of Friends: The Geeky One"

The Sidekick Strip #17- “Types of Friends: The Geeky One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
January 17, 2020
Selena Gomez released her first album in five years, Rare, on Friday. Described by Gomez as her “diary from the past few years”, it was preceded by “Lose You To Love Me”, her first ever No. 1 single.

[Photo] Gomez’s ‘Rare’ fails to live up to title

Anthony Cesario, Editor-in-Chief
January 14, 2020
Throughout the 2010s, fashion has been evolving, each year with a new trend. The Sidekick staff photographer Lilly Gorman takes a look back on the most memorable trends each year from the past decade.

[Photo] Decade Wrap-Up: Old fashion says goodbye but not forever

Lilly Gorman, Staff Photographer
December 20, 2019
The Sidekick Strip #16- "Types of Friends: The Energetic One"

The Sidekick Strip #16- “Types of Friends: The Energetic One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
December 20, 2019
A recent law that provides fee breaks for telecom companies is the topic of discussion for many Texas cities. With the law in effect, many cities will see funds lost to covering the costs of the companies. Forty-eight cities have responded with a lawsuit.

[Photo] Coppell joins lawsuit against bill cutting telecom company fees

Anjali Krishna, Staff Writer
December 20, 2019
Throughout the past decade, cinema has become more diverse and aware of its portrayal of mental health. Many recent movies also utilize source material from books, comics and past movies. The Sidekick executive news and enterprise editor Pramika Kadari analyzes how these trends and others have transformed the film industry.

[Photo] Decade Wrap-Up: World of film transformed during 2010s

Pramika Kadari, Executive News & Enterprise Editor
December 18, 2019
On Nov. 22, Frozen II was released in theaters nationwide. The Sidekick staff writer Victoria Hertel thinks this sequel outshines the 2013 original. Graphic by Bella Mora.

[Photo] Why ‘Frozen II’ is better than the first

Victoria Hertel, Staff Writer
December 13, 2019
The Sidekick Strip #14- "Types of Friends: The Honest One"

The Sidekick Strip #14- “Types of Friends: The Honest One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
November 22, 2019
TikTok is a social media app that lets users post 60 second videos with music. Because of this style of posting, many artists have discovered popularity and many creators at Coppell High School have gained followers. Graphic by Bella Mora.

[Photo] A minute to fame

Laasya Achanta, Staff Writer
November 18, 2019
Mist Systems is the Coppell ISD new WiFi vendor, replacing Xirrus which was acquired by another company. Much of Coppell High School experienced WiFi outages before new Mist Systems rays started being installed in October.

[Photo] New district provider resolving semester’s WiFi problems

Nanette Pottoore, Staff Writer
November 7, 2019
The Sidekick Strip #12- "Types of Friends: The Trendy One"

The Sidekick Strip #12- “Types of Friends: The Trendy One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
November 1, 2019
The Sidekick Strip #11- "Type of Friends: The Organized One"

The Sidekick Strip #11- “Type of Friends: The Organized One”

Bella Mora, Staff Designer
October 15, 2019
Seventeen’s third studio album, An Ode, released Sept. 16. The Sidekick executive editorial page editor Claire Clements gives a glimpse into her opinion on the album.

[Photo] “An Ode” gives Seventeen new reputation in latest album

Claire Clements, Executive Editorial Page Editor
September 28, 2019
The Sidekick Strip #9- "Type of Friends: The Adventurous One"

The Sidekick Strip #9- “Type of Friends: The Adventurous One”

Bella Mora, Graphic Designer
September 20, 2019
On Tuesday, Coppell City Council approved the city budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year. In addition, the city approved an increased property tax, as well as other ordinances. Graphic by Bella Mora.

[Photo] City moves to approve property tax increase

Emma Meehan, Staff Writer
September 11, 2019
The Coppell football games will have themes for each game this season. This idea was implemented in hopes to raise school spirit and draw a higher attendance for football games.

[Photo] Seniors rally for school spirit with color themes for football games

Shravya Mahesh, Staff Writer
September 3, 2019
In recent years, there has been a rise in the number of high school students who participate in activities for the sole purpose of helping their college applications. The Sidekick staff writer Akif Abidi explains how obsessing over padding for college applications can be harmful to one’s college career.

[Photo] Deception, over-zealous ambition leading to college résumé padding

Akif Abidi, Staff Writer
September 3, 2019
Coppell senior captain Yue Taira is the only senior female on the varsity team. Taira is one of five varsity seniors who have experienced the different coaching styles of both former coach Rick Whittlesey and current coach Marieke Mastebroek.

[Photo] Yue Taira

Sally Parampottil, Co-Student Life Editor
May 18, 2019
The women’s rights movement has been growing in the United States since the 1800s. Recently, women’s roles in government have increased; one example is Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign in 2016 leading to six women running for president in 2020.

[Photo] Political gains for women providing promise for America’s future

Akansha Singh, Staff Writer
May 8, 2019
Many people have long believed the music industry no longer produces unique sounds. Recently, studies determined that today’s music is repetitive and lacks differences in sounds.

[Photo] Music industry stopped being creative a long time ago

Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
April 2, 2019
Many times, skinny people face rude comments or assumptions from those around them. The Sidekick staff writer Shravya Mahesh discusses her experiences as a thin person and how she came to accept her body.

[Photo] Coming to terms with my natural body image

Shravya Mahesh, Staff Writer
April 2, 2019
Baseball is known for being the American pastime, but in recent years the popularity of the sport has been dropping. To regain viewing, Major League Baseball wants to implement the use of timers to shorten the game. According to The Sidekick co-student life editor Sally Parampottil, this new rule is detrimental to the sport.

[Photo] Stop the clock

Sally Parampottil, Co-Student Life Editor
April 2, 2019
The Sidekick Strip #4- "Spring has sprung"

The Sidekick Strip #4- “Spring has sprung”

Bella Mora, Graphic Design Editor
March 22, 2019
On Feb. 5, a community forum was held to inform parents of the dangers of vaping and marijuana usage with teens. The forum also explained possible ways students can purchase these substances.

[Photo] Coppell explores dangers of marijuana and vaping with community forum

Arman Merchant, Staff Writer
March 6, 2019
The week of Feb. 17-23 was Scholastic Journalism Week, a week celebrating student journalism. Featured Coppell High School sophomore Colin Proctor, junior Aurelie Migault as well as seniors Jeremy Basso, Sophia Olson and Calan Cameron explain the importance of journalism.

[Photo] Back to the featured: Former sources explain benefits of journalism

Sally Parampottil and Sofia Guerrero
February 25, 2019
Presidents’ Day is a national holiday that began to celebrate the birthday of Pres. Washington. Since then, it has become a national holiday celebrating the birthdays of all U.S. presidents. The holiday is on Feb. 18 this year.

[Photo] What is Presidents Day?

Ryan Dyke, Writer
February 26, 2019
A large debate among high schoolers is the enrollment in school teams versus club teams. The Sidekick Executive Sports Editor Nicholas Pranske explains why in-school sports often provides a less stressful environment for students than club sports.

[Photo] Stress-free sports

Nicholas Pranske, Executive Sports Editor
February 12, 2019
On Sunday, the New England Patriots faced the Los Angeles Rams for Super Bowl LIII. The underwhelming game ended in a score 13-3 Patriots, making it the the lowest scoring Super Bowl in history.

[Photo] Local fans not entertained by Super Bowl LIII

Christie Hernandez, Staff Writer
February 4, 2019
For the proposed border wall between Mexico and the U.S., it would cost $5 billion. The Sidekick staff writer Anika Arutla explains why building a wall is not beneficial on either side.

[Photo] Social, environmental downturns to wall

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
January 25, 2019
On November 15, 2018, the upstairs C Hall boys’ restroom was shut down due to the amount of vandalism. Recently, Coppell High School administrators have been locking the doors to restrooms to deter attempts of vandalism.

[Photo] Campus restrooms shut down during class to deter vandalism

Nolan Sanders, Staff Writer
January 23, 2019
On Dec.7, Night for Nepal, a nonprofit club helping those affected by the 2015 earthquake in Nepal, partnered with Kendra Scott to raise money for an upcoming Night for Nepal event. Night for Nepal has been able to raise money for a new school and library and plans to fund the building of a new health clinic in Nepal.

[Photo] Kendra gives back with Night for Nepal

Sarah Woo, Staff Writer
January 17, 2019
Each year, Spotify releases “Spotify Wrapped”, a collection of the user’s most played songs and artists. The Sidekick staff writer Christie Hernandez explains why “Spotify Wrapped” is more than a playlist.

[Photo] Spotify’s 2018 Wrapped feature gives users closer look on their top listens of the year

Christie Hernandez, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
A growing number of students are choosing to do what they want for their careers. The Sidekick staff writer Nicolas Reyes discusses his views on why it may not be the best idea for teenagers to only do what they love.

[Photo] Do what you are good at

Nicolas Reyes, Staff Writer
December 14, 2018
Millennials and Gen Z’ers have recently become targets for older generations to mock. The Sidekick staff writer Shivi Sharma explains why this stereotype is due to a changing society and not laziness.

[Photo] “Kids these days”: why older people should stop judging our generation as lazy

December 13, 2018
Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas was turned into a live-action film in 2000. On Nov. 9, the same iconic characters returned to the big screen in The Grinch. The Sidekick staff writer Camila Villarreal discusses why the latter does not live up to the former's standard.

[Photo] How The Grinch stole an enjoyable cinematic experience

Camila Villarreal, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
Friendships in Coppell High can be stressful for some students. Sidekick staff writer Reneta Barona discusses the problem with this issue.

[Photo] “What makes a friend a real friend?”

Renata Barona, Staff Writer
May 17, 2018
With the increasing new trend of weight-lifting high schoolers, Sidekick staff writer Anika Arutla tells how one can tackle the more intimidating aspects of the gym. Arutla explains how one’s social media presence of their active lifestyle may be even more important than the exercising itself.

[Photo] Coppell Observer: The truth behind exercising

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
May 16, 2018
Marvel’s Avengers: Infinity War opened April 27 in United States theaters and is considered one of the most anticipated films of the year. The movie received multiple acclaims and ended with a huge cliffhanger. The next Avengers movie is set to release in May of 2019.

[Photo] Marvel sweeps audience with massive cliffhanger

Anika Arutla, Staff Writer
April 30, 2018

Video: Seniors share favorite high school memories

Lili Lomas and Bella Mora
April 19, 2018
As teenagers grow older, their excitement towards different things evolve. The Sidekick senior communications manager Sruthi Boppuri’s outlook on life has changed as graduation gets closer.

[Photo] Embracing the little things leads to a greater appreciation of life

Sruthi Boppuri, Communications Manager
April 18, 2018
At CHS and many other schools around the nation, students force themselves to participate in activities they have no passion for. This results in negative effects on the student, as well as lack of significant impact on college admissions.

[Photo] Quantity or quality? The effects of padding college applications

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer
March 2, 2018
At Coppell High School, maximum GPA points are given only to the A+ grade, rather than both the A+ and A grade, as it is done at most colleges and many high schools. The pressure to earn a 97 percent or higher in their classes adds unnecessary stress to students’ lives, leads to excessive cheating and causes compatibility issues for transfer students.

[Photo] Unnecessary obstacles in the brutal climb to a perfect GPA

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer
February 16, 2018
As colors begin to change and leaves begin to fall, there are plenty of fall related activities going on in the DFW area. From haunted houses to nature trails, a wide variety of activities are offered.

[Photo] Harvesting smiles

Fiona Koshy, Editorial Page Editor
October 24, 2017
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