• 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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Isabella Callegaro Santos

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment Editor

Isabella Callegaro Santos is a senior and Entertainment Editor for The Sidekick. She joined The Sidekick because loves to produce videos and tell stories. She is a member of the Cowboy Theatre Company and loves performances. 

She was born in Brazil and has lived in five continents and seven countries, only recently moving to Coppell. In her free time she enjoys spending time with friends, doing gymnastics, traveling, musical theater and singing. 

You can contact her at [email protected] or on Instagram (@isabella.callegaros). 





All content by Isabella Callegaro Santos
Coppell High School A Capella Choir seniors Saanvi Mantena, Aahana Behera, Monica Tupurani, Iris Kim and junior Anju Anand rehearse for the upcoming Texas Music Educators Association Convention in the choir room. The TMEA Convention annually brings musicians from Texas to partake in workshops, rehearsals and performances. Photo by Kushal Rambhapuri

Harmonizing to TMEA

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor
November 4, 2024
Jewels N Cotton owner Jennifer Ham finishes off a senior overall by outlining letters with puffy paint. Jewels N Cotton is a small Coppell business selling custom spirit wear.

[Photo] The glue of senior year

Wendy Le, Executive Social Media Editor
October 4, 2024
The cast of Coppell High School production “Our Town” performs the wedding of George Gibbs and Emily Webb scene. The Cowboy Theatre Company Main Stage Productions’ fall show “Our Town” ran in the CHS Auditorium from Sept. 19-21.

A glimpse into Grover’s Corners through “Our Town”

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor
October 3, 2024
Coppell head director Glenn Price and technical director Aaron Kays lead rehearsal of the Black Box Productions’s fall show “The Old Man and The Old Moon” on Thursday. Both directors are former Anna ISD teachers and were named Cowboy Theatre Company directors in May.

Spotlight shines on new theater directors

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment Editor
September 20, 2024
A Coppell High School student scans ID at a tardy kiosk and takes a slip to enter their classroom after 8:50 a.m. on Wednesday. The tardy system, implemented at the start of the 2024-25 school year in CHS, New Tech High @ Coppell and CHS9, aims to reduce the number of late student arrivals to classes.

[Photo] Revamped tardy policy improving student punctuality

Sabah Uddin, Communications Manager
September 19, 2024
Cast of “Our Town” perform the wedding scene in Act 2 between Emily Webb played by New Tech @ Coppell senior Lucy Martinson and George Webb played by New Tech @Coppell senior Sarvin Narang. “Our Town” shows in the CHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

[Photo] Our Town, Our Story

Marli Field, Staff Photographer
September 19, 2024
Coppell junior opposite hitter Mari Hill tips against Hebron on Friday at CHS arena. The Cowgirls lost to Hebron, 3-0 (25-7, 25-13, 25-15). Photo by Raima Awan

Hawks sweep district opener

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor
September 16, 2024
Coppell junior opposite hitter Mari Hill and junior middle blocker Katie Keith block a spike from Grapevine on Tuesday in the CHS Arena. The Cowgirls open District 5-6A play on Friday against Hebron at CHS Arena.

Cowgirls prepare for first district against Hawks

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor
September 13, 2024
Coppell sophomore opposite hitter Brooke Felix spikes against Desoto on Tuesday at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Eagles, 25-21, 18-25, 25-19, 25-19, after a close match.

Cowgirls serve Senior Night victory

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment editor
September 5, 2024
Coppell practices at Buddy Echols Field on Thursday in preparation for its first game. Coppell hosts Sachse at 7 p.m. on Friday at Buddy Echols Field.

[Photo] Every game 1-0

Namir Awan, Sports Editor
August 29, 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.

Traveling in time for Lariettes’ 60th anniversary celebrations

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Entertainment Editor
August 27, 2024
Coppell High School class president Sid Gunasekaran concludes the graduation ceremony with a closing speech. 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

[Video] Coppell experiences total solar eclipse

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Writer
April 23, 2024
Coppell senior attacker Kate Nelson scores in the first quarter against Grapevine on Friday at Coppell Middle School North. Coppell defeated Grapevine, 9-3, in its final home game of the season.

A senior night victory for Cowgirls lacrosse

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Writter
April 17, 2024
The Coppell softball team celebrates a home run scored by Coppell sophomore right fielder Audrey Pham during the third inning against Flower Mound on Friday at the Coppell ISD Baseball/Softball Complex. The Jaguars defeated the Cowgirls, 14-1.

Jaguars finish off Cowgirls in five innings

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff writer
March 26, 2024
Callegaro Santos_Purely Rythmic Festival March 2 2024

Video: CHS Percussion performs annual Purely Rhythmic Show

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 Purely Rhythmic plays Chad Heiny’s “Beacon of Light” during Saturday’s performance in the CHS Auditorium. The annual Purely Rhythmic concert showcases rhythmic pieces performed by students from sixth through 12th grade in Coppell ISD.

[Photo] Purely Rhythmic: A delicate balance of playful percussion, whimsical fantasy

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
March 4, 2024
Coppell High School trumpet septets close the Chamber Ensemble Festival with Kyle Myers’s “Discovery for Trumpet Ensemble” in the Black Box on Feb. 20. The Chamber Ensemble Festival is an annual event showcasing pieces performed by Coppell Band members.

Individual talent shines in Chamber Ensemble Festival

Isabella Callegaro Santos, staff photographer
February 27, 2024
KCBY-TV Film Fest category winners receive their awards at the end of the film festival on Jan. 31 in the CHS Auditorium. The second annual KCBY Film Fest is a celebration for students interested in filmmaking and allows them to showcase their artistic expression and creativity.

[Photo] KCBY-TV showcases student filmmaking talent at second annual Film Festival

Ainsley Dwyer, Entertainment Editor
February 8, 2024
KCBY-TV Film Fest starts its annual showing of short films created by students from 6th-12th grade on Jan. 31 in the CHS Auditorium. The second annual KCBY Film Fest is a celebration for students interested in filmmaking and allows them to showcase their artistic expression and creativity.

Students productions on display at KCBY’s annual Film Festival

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Photographer
February 8, 2024
Former Coppell ISD second grade teacher Carla McCown and Former Lakeside Elementary School teacher Therese “Teri” Keith observe triboard ES6HA on water pollution. The Coppell High School Science Fair is an annual event and took place in the library on Jan. 18.

Students STEAMing up in the Coppell High School science fair

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Writer
January 25, 2024
The transition from middle to high school can be a tough transition for many incoming freshmen. The Sidekick staff writer Isabella Callegaro Santos shares insightful tips to get good grades while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Graphic by Manasa Borra.

Freshman Forecast: Changing your mindset

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Writer
December 6, 2023
Coppell junior guard Madalena Nguyen drives for a loose ball against Byron Nelson on Nov. 7 at Coppell High School Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Bobcats, 63 - 48.

Cowgirls handle Bobcats in home opener

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Photographer
November 17, 2023
Coppell senior guard Atia Medenica drives against Byron Nelson freshman Milea Tice on Tuesday at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Bobcats, 63-48.

[Photo] Home sweet home: State semifinalists return to CHS Arena to defeat Byron Nelson

Ava Johnson, Sports Assignment Editor
November 10, 2023
The cast of “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind” takes a selfie after its final performance on Oct. 28. The CHS9 fall show ran from Oct. 26-28 in the campus band hall.

Shining a light behind the curtains of CHS9 fall show

Isabella Callegaro Santos, Staff Photogarpher
November 7, 2023
Cast of “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind” take their final bows and thank CHS9 theater directors Eugenia Montoya and Colin Thomas for the production. The CHS9 fall show, “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind” was Oct. 26 in the CHS9 Band Hall. By Isabella Callegaro Santos.

[Photo] “Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind” takes a twist on traditional plays

Greeshma Marathu, Staff Designer
November 1, 2023
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