• 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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Rylee Ferguson is a sophomore and first year staffer on The Sidekick. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, spending time with friends and art. Outside of school, she enjoys participating in the National Arts Honor Society. With comments and concerns, contact her @rylee_ferguson or [email protected]

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Coppell High School seniors Wyatt Priest and Janane Tan win the CHS Rise Award. During second period on Wednesday, seniors were recognized for academic and athletic accomplishments and college scholarships at the Senior Awards in the arena.

[Photo] CHS waves goodbye to seniors

May 25, 2018
Denton Creek Elementary contains a school garden which students contribute to in order to teach them how to nurture and be aware of the environment. Maintaining a school garden is one aspect which CISD encourages in order to create a healthy school zone.

[Photo] Combination of nutritious practices, physical education makes CHS healthy zone school

Anthony Cesario, Entertainment Editor
May 24, 2018
Coppell High School senior Phillip Frank represents the Cowboys in 300 meter hurdles at Buddy Echols Field on April 6. Frank qualified for the Class 6A track meet in high jump.

[Photo] The home stretch: Three track athletes qualify for state

May 8, 2018
The Cozby Library exhibits learners from grades kindergarten to fifth grade art pieces in the lobby of the facility. The William T. Cozby Library is a great spot for learners and people in the community to complete assignments and find educational resources.

[Photo] William T. Cozby provides an enriched study environment

May 7, 2018
At the farmers market kids went to different stations to learn about what are healthy foods and how they are beneficial to them. This Saturday the Coppell Farmers market in Old Town Coppell planned a day for the kids in order to teach them the importance of healthy living.

Week of 04/30/2018

Rylee Ferguson, Staff Photographer
April 30, 2018
The Coppell Farmers market is a weekly outdoor market located in Old Town Coppell that sells fresh local foods. This Saturday the Coppell Farmers market in Old Town Coppell planned a day for the kids in order to teach them the importance of healthy living.

[Photo] Coppell Farmers Market brings fun to healthy living

April 29, 2018
Coppell senior Rachel Okereke leads tours for incoming freshmen alongside other Red Jackets. As the school’s leaders, Red Jackets partakes in many community activities and exemplify leadership in a multitude of ways.

[Photo] On the Spot: Red Jacket decision day

Jessica Hernandez, Staff Writer
April 27, 2018
The Coppell High School varsity baseball team lines up in the dugout to watch the first inning of Friday nights game against the Skyline Raiders. Coppell pulled out a 12-2 win over Skyline at Cowboy Field.

[Photo] Baseball team triumphs over Skyline in one-hitter, run rule on Senior Night

Nolan Sanders, Staff Writer
April 24, 2018
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[Photo] Creativity Showcase: Senior Sarah Low

Pramika Kadari, Staff Writer
April 13, 2018
Coppell High School sophomore Samir Thota represents the Cowboys in the 200 meter run at Buddy Echols Field on Friday during eighth period. Thota placed sixth with a time of 23.00.

[Photo] Coppell track kicks off the season

April 8, 2018
KD College Prep is facility that tutors students for the SAT and ACT, standardized tests that most high school students take before college. Coppell High School sophomores Claire Clements and Nicholas Pranske explore the benefits and drawbacks of standardized testing.

[Photo] Pro/con: Standardized testing

Nick Pranske and Claire Clements
April 6, 2018
KD College Prep is facility that tutors students for the SAT and ACT, standardized tests that most high school students take before college. Coppell High School sophomores Claire Clements and Nicholas Pranske explore the benefits and drawbacks of standardized testing.

[Photo] If not testing, then what else?

Nicholas Pranske, Sports Assignment Editor
April 2, 2018
Signs have been posted on all external doors to remind students and visitors that all external doors will be locked throughout the school day. This measure has been put in place in response to the recent shooting to increase safety on the CHS campus.

[Photo] Putting safety first: CHS updates campus security

Fiona Koshy, Editorial Page Editor
March 27, 2018
Coppell High School senior Rebecca Watley runs for the ball during the first half of Tuesday nights home game at Buddy Echols Field. The varsity girls soccer team played against WT White taking the win with a score of 5-1.

[Photo] Coppell girls varsity soccer defeat WT White

March 6, 2018
Coppell High School senior Stephanie Wendt talks with friends at the Red Jacket Valentine's Day party in the library during third period today. For the first time, the Red Jackets social committee planned a celebratory party for the hardworking seniors.

[Photo] Coppell Red Jackets celebrate Valentine’s Day

February 21, 2018
Coppell High School junior Rachel Kang creates a creative art piece in Elsa Reynolds Art I class during third period on Feb. 16. Reynolds classes are currently working on pieces for the upcoming Visual Arts Scholastic Event competition.

[Photo] Coppell gets creative

February 19, 2018
Coppell HIgh School senior Kevin Galvin jumps and scores during the third quarter of Friday nights game in the arena. The varsity boys basketball team played against JJ Pearce falling short with a final score of 56-34.

[Photo] Coppell falls to JJ Pearce

February 11, 2018
Coppell High School junior Ahilesh Vasudaven and Marcus Munshi review over Ahilesh’s story before submitting to Coppell Literary and Art Magazine during creative club. The Coppell High School Creative Writing Club meets every Tuesday afternoon in C231.

[Photo] Writers gain opportunity to get feedback for work in creative writing club

Sofia Guerrero, Staff Writer
February 8, 2018
Coppell Middle School North students listen to health science teacher, Bill Borowski explain the medical electives. Coppell High School Red Jackets led eighth graders on tours throughout the day and will continue to do so with each middle school until Thursday.

[Photo] On the Spot: Student tours taking place as eighth graders plan for the future

Jessica Hernandez, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018
Coppell High School senior JB Pietrowiak shoots at the free throw line during the second quarter of Friday nights game in the arena. The varsity boys basketball team played against WT White taking the win with a score of 74-52.

[Photo] Boys basketball takes down W.T. White

January 28, 2018
Coppell High School sophomore Malajah Fleeks keeps his eyes on the ball during third period practice on Jan.18. The boys junior varsity soccer team practices for their upcoming game against McKinney Boyd High School on Feb. 6.

[Photo] Junior varsity soccer boys train for their upcoming rivalry match

January 21, 2018
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