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The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Rhea Choudhary

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer

Rhea Choudhary is a junior at Coppell High School; she first took a step in D115 in order to pursue photography for The Sidekick. Despite her initial intentions, she is now a second year member, returning as a staff writer. At first, thought she wasn't the best fit for writing, but after deciding to give it a shot, she soon realized that she let her fear keep her from finding what she truly enjoys doing! 

As an avid show binger, Rhea’s top three shows include Gossip Girl, Gilmore Girls and One Tree Hill, as she can go on for hours talking about any of them. She also loves watching classic Hindi movies (with lots of iconic songs and actors in them), along with consistently enjoying listening to her 24-hour Bollywood music playlist, on a loop. Her favorite food is drunken noodles and sushi, along with loving any sweets that contain milk chocolate or caramel.

As a member of HOSA, Rhea hopes to pursue a future career in medicine, specifically to become an oncologist. Rhea has completed her Bharatanatyam arangetram, a solo debut/graduation, and is still a dedicated dancer. As an only child that keeps the volume in her house very high at all times, Rhea’s number one friend is Teddy Graham, her mini goldendoodle. Feel free to reach Rhea at [email protected] or follow her on X @rhea_choud.

All content by Rhea Choudhary
CHS9 freshman Diya Dasari strives to spread positivity and campaign for an organization effectively. Dasari is one of six 2023-24 Student Council executive officers.

[Photo] Diya Dasari

Emmalee Jittasupo, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 freshman Kohen Liu hopes to foster valuable connections with his peers at CHS9. Liu is one of six 2023-24 Student Council executive officers.

[Photo] Kohen Liu

Taylor Pham, Staff Designer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 freshman Philip Fordjour focuses on leading and organizing a team through the student council. Fordjour is one of six 2023-24 Student Council executive officers.

[Photo] Philip Fordjour

Taylor Pham, Staff Designer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 freshman Tony Zhang aims to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for each student at the school. Zhang is one of six 2023-24 Student Council executive officers.

[Photo] Tony Zhang

Taylor Pham, Staff Designer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 Sutton Rasmussen strives to be the voice of the student body. Rasmussen is one of six 2023-24 Student Council executive officers.

[Photo] Sutton Rasmussen

Emmalee Jittasupo, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
CHS9 freshman council Shianne Bell hopes to unite students at CHS9. Bell is one of six 2023-24 Student Council executive officers.

[Photo] Shianne Bell

Emmalee Jittasupo, Staff Writer
March 7, 2024
Coppell High School juniors Chandana Pagadala and Kyna Shah volunteer as assistant coaches for the Coppell Girls on the Run under program manager Allison Gnade. Originally founded in Charlotte, N.C., Girls on the Run is a 10-week program with bi-weekly practices where girls from third to eighth grade train to participate in a 5K.

[Photo] Running to a better future

Ishita Patra, Staff Writer
January 30, 2024
Katie Walker is entering her fourth year as a counselor at CHS9, previously working as a special education teacher at Coppell Middle School West. Graduating from Angelo State University, Walker has a degree in speech pathology, and she enjoys working with people.

[Photo] Get to know your counselor

Nyah Rama, CHS9 Editor
January 4, 2024
Coppell senior Davide Comparin practices his bar routine on Dec. 4. Comparin is a Level 10 gymnast at Texas Dreams Gymnastics in Coppell, previously placing first at nationals, practicing daily from 3-7 p.m.

Comparin reaching for final bar

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer
December 7, 2023
Coppell junior tennis co-captain Shay Patel is following in the footsteps of his older brother, CHS 2022 graduate Vinay Patel, and paving his path in the program. In addition to earning multiple notable accolades, Patel brings a unique style and perspective to the team.

From one brother to another

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer
September 19, 2023
Coppell High School Ninth Grade Campus students spend their lunch hour in the small gym playing basketball. Hour Block Lunch allows students to spend their lunch time in various ways such as attending club meetings, seeking academic help from teachers and socializing with peers. Photo courtesy Haley Mcduffee.

Hour Block Lunch returns

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer
September 14, 2023
Coppell High School Choir president, senior Mihira Kada, sings “Sleep” by Eric Whitacre at the Spring Choir Concert on Tuesday in the CHS auditorium. Senior Mihira Kada has finished her high school choir journey and hopes to continue pursuing her passion for singing as she goes to college.

Kada takes her final bow

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
Respira members practice their ending pose and formation for a group piece on Tuesday. Respira’s directors and performers are working hard rehearsing during Tech Week for their annual fall show.

Respira’s ready on the risers

Rhea Choudhary, Staff Photographer
November 4, 2022
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