• BREAKING: Superintendent Dr. Brad Hunt announces retirement effective at end of school year.
  • CHS seniors have Adulting Day on Thursday.
  • Choir holds its Spring Concert in the auditorium at 7 p.m. on Tuesday.
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Rachel Chio

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer

Rachel Chio is a sophomore and it’s her first year on The Sidekick. In her free time she loves to read, spend time with her family and friends and crochet while watching 2000-rom coms. With her friends, she runs her crochet club called Tiny Threads. This year, she also plans to compete on the powerlifting team.

You can contact Rachel at rxc8099@g.coppellisd.com or on Instagram (@rachel_chioo).

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Coppell Color Guard tosses vibrant flags with a double 45 toss in the Coppell High School Arena on Saturday. The team competed with the showcase titled “Story for the Ages” at the Winter Guard International Southwest Power Regional competition, placing 10th in the finals with a score of 80.15.

Color Guard radiates at WGI competition

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
March 27, 2025

Establishing your ideal workout routine

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
March 6, 2025
Coppell senior forward Ethan Macken and junior guard Sebastian Pena fight for the rebound against Lewisville freshman guard Nehemiah Davis at CHS Arena on Jan. 24. The Cowboys defeated Lewisville, 95-51.

Cowboys overthrow Farmers by a landslide

Rachel Chio and Naseeha Masood
February 10, 2025

[Video] Fill your heart with Valentine’s Day Rice Krispies (video)

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
February 6, 2025
The Coppell City Council members discuss the success of recent programs added to the senior center on Tuesday Night at Town Hall.

Council praises successful senior center program, Coppell Fine Arts Center Foundation

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
January 29, 2025
Coppell Madrigal singers’ founder Jolene Webster receives high-fives from Madrigals and alumni in the CHS Commons on Friday. The Coppell Madrigal singers choir hosted its 30th annual feast on Friday and Saturday.

Happy Anniversary: Madrigals celebrate 30th annual feast

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
December 18, 2024
Coppell High School seniors Aishwarya Anandkumar and Divya Sharma play pickleball at the tournament hosted by Think Kids Yuva at the CHS tennis courts on Nov. 21. Pickleball has helped strengthen bonds among the Coppell community.

Pickleball uniting players of all ages

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
December 12, 2024
Coppell High School seniors Pragnya Kolla and Harini Ramamurthy are the Anatomical Society leaders. The Anatomical Society is a first-year club focusing on healthcare.

[Photo] Anatomical Society uniting future healthcare professionals

Emmalee Jittasupo, Staff Writer
December 6, 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.

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

Yoshita Sanivarpu, Staff Photographer
October 25, 2024
Coppell High School senior Viktoria Pomposhova has excelled in ballet and rhythmic gymnastics for more than a decade. Pomposhova aspires to continue dancing after high school.

[Photo] Rising above doubt: Pomposhova shining in ballet, rhythmic gymnastics

Zainab Mohammed, Staff Writer
October 25, 2024

[Video] Learn how to make brown butter pumpkin oatmeal cookies (video)

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
October 25, 2024
Coppell High School junior Parnika Chavala explains the purpose behind her app design to AP Computer Science Principles teacher Michael McCabe. McCabe utilizes his unique teaching style by engaging his classes to emphasize teamwork.

[Photo] McCabe making his mark through care, computers

Prathi Tamara Sathish Kumar, Staff Writer
October 23, 2024
A Coachella-themed backdrop sets the stage for the Homecoming dance on Sept. 28 in CHS Arena. CHS hosted its annual Homecoming dance with a music festival theme.

“Please don’t stop the music!” CHS brings music festival to Homecoming dance

Rachel Chio, Staff Photographer
October 7, 2024
Coppell sophomore middle blocker Finley Penniman tips over the net on Sept. 20 at CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Lobos, 25-19, 20-25, 25-22, 25-17. Photo by Sohana Singh

Volleyball takes down Little Elm in 5-6A action

Sohana Singh, Rachel Chio, and Naila Ali
September 30, 2024
The sunset illuminates the evening sky, creating a calm and relaxing environment on Sept. 14 at Old Town Coppell. Local families gather around at the Sunset Social to partake in community entertainment. Photo by Rachel Chio

Sunset Social shines on smiling families

Rachel Chio and Sofia Exposito
September 27, 2024
Senior setter Carolina Ufret sets in Friday’s match against Little Elm in the CHS Arena. The Cowgirls defeated the Lobos, 25-19, 22-25, 25-22, 25-16.

[Photo] Cowgirls triumph over Little Elm in four-set showdown

Neha Nathwani, Staff Writer
September 23, 2024
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