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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
Rishika Rakwal

Rishika Rakwal, Staff Photographer

 

Rishika Rakwal is a senior and a first year photographer on The Sidekick. During her free time she enjoys dancing, traveling, and hanging out with her friends. She is involved in a competitive Bollywood dance troupe. She loves to attend various dance workshops and events in the DFW area. For any questions or concerns, you can contact her at  [email protected].

All content by Rishika Rakwal
Coppell High School senior Jordan Jesayen practices at Riverchase Golf Course on May 8. Jesayen has been playing golf for the high school since his freshman year.

[Photo] Jesayen juxtaposes screams of student section to quiet of golf course

Sally Parampottil, Co-Student Life Editor
May 11, 2019
On Thursday, CHS9 geometry teacher James Behlen engages his students by using their pictures in his geometric proofs lesson. Behlen previously taught geometry at Coppell High School before transferring to CHS9 for the 2018-2019 school year.

[Photo] More than just math class: Epidemic of addiction among family, friends pushes Behlen to share important message of sobriety with students

Nicolas Reyes, Staff Writer
May 2, 2019
Coppell High School senior Amit Benedict mimics Dirk Nowitzki’s signature fade away shot to commemorate the player’s 21 seasons with the Dallas Mavericks. Nowitzki announced his retirement Tuesday in a sentimental speech to the crowd at the American Airlines Center following the Mavericks’ game with the Phoenix Suns.

[Photo] On the Spot: NBA legend’s career comes to close, opens door for next generation (with video)

Arman Merchant, Staff Writer
April 12, 2019
Student of the Week: Khowala shows passion for tennis

Student of the Week: Khowala shows passion for tennis

Rishitha Penmetsa and Rishika Rakwal
April 8, 2019
Coppell junior midfielder Alyssa Roemer attempts to get the ball back in the Cowgirls’ possession at Buddy Echols Field on Tuesday. The Cowgirls won, 2-1, against Jaguars in their last home game.

[Photo] Seniority rules in victory over Flower Mound

Nicholas Pranske, Executive Sports Editor
March 21, 2019
Teacher of the Week: Alexander-Blythe managing both teaching, motherhood

Teacher of the Week: Alexander-Blythe managing both teaching, motherhood

Rishika Rakwal and Rishitha Penmetsa
March 8, 2019
Haiyan Fan explains Chinese characters broken down into 7 simple strokes. Dr.Fan earned her Ph.D. from Texas A&M and now travels with the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History to teach Chinese in a fun and simple way.

[Photo] Chinestory builds understanding of language at Cozby Library

Shivi Sharma, Staff Writer
February 11, 2019
Teacher of the Week: More than blue shirts, khaki pants for math teacher

Teacher of the Week: More than blue shirts, khaki pants for math teacher

Rishitha Penmetsa and Rishika Rakwal
January 23, 2019
Mariah Sanchez is new English Teacher at Coppell ISD. Her transition into the new district is fueled through her passion for her learners.

[Photo] Q&A: Sanchez starting new chapter in English department, fueled by love of literature, writing

Sally Parampottil, Staff Writer
October 12, 2018

New equipment, technology, excite community during CMSW grand opening (with video)

Nishant Medicharla, Staff Writer
September 20, 2018
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