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Coppell Student Media

The official student news site of Coppell High School

Coppell Student Media

Coppell High School senior Speech and Debate president Hunniya Ahmad delivers her Lincoln Douglas first Affirmative Constructive (1AC) during sixth period on Jan. 18. Ahmad is ranked 21st in the nation and attended the Tournament of Champions and has found success through her unique argumentation dealing with identity.

Ahmad breaking down borders with argumentation exploring queer-Muslim identity

Nrithya Mahesh, Staff Designer February 10, 2023

“I am a queer Muslim and I am here. I exist. I am not going to censor myself for the community.” These are the words Coppell High School senior Speech and Debate president Hunniya Ahmad abides by...

The four Board of Trustees Place 7 candidates Sam Wellington, Sonal Tandale and incumbent Tracy Fisher answered questions during yesterday’s CISD PTSO Board of Trustees candidates forum. The forum was live streamed by KCBY-TV and was moderated by former PTSO president Lisa Johnson.

Coppell ISD PTSO Board of Trustees candidate forum held virtually

Shivi Sharma, Executive News Editor April 21, 2021

Last night’s Coppell ISD School Board Candidate Debate allowed CISD Board of Trustees Place 7 candidates Sonal Tandale, Sam Wellington and incumbent Tracy Fisher to share perspectives on topics spanning...

Got You Covered is a Sidekick series detailing five events happening at Coppell High School the following week. It will be posted every Monday for the rest of the 2020-21 school year.

Got You Covered: 2/1-2/7

Shivi Sharma, Executive News Editor February 1, 2021

Career and Technical Education (CTE) week in Coppell ISD begins today. Discussion activities and dress-up days have been scheduled to make students and parents more aware of the CTE programs available...

Cartoon by Thomas Rousseau.

Facts trump feelings

Emma Cummins, Editorial Page Editory January 29, 2016

Before writing this column I would like to establish one thing: I am a journalist and I deal with facts.   What I am about to write is not going to be politicized or adjusted for the possibility...

Hemani and Shams make quarterfinals in first debate tournament of school year

Hemani and Shams make quarterfinals in first debate tournament of school year

October 1, 2015

By Pranathi Chitta Staff Writer @prannydacheetah While students were preparing for the Homecoming game and dance, Coppell High School senior Saman Hemani and junior Sophia Shams were competing at...

Pennies better dead than alive

Pennies better dead than alive

March 20, 2013

By Christina Burke Features Editor In this fast-paced world, nobody wants to be in line behind the guy paying in exact change, especially while his counts out his pennies. President Barack Obama...

Moolenijzer, Javeri impress at Bush Institute debate

October 23, 2012

By Thomas Hair Opinions Editor Over the years, Coppell High School Debate has built up a reputation as one of the top debate groups in the entire state under Coach Glenda Ferguson. Members of the Debate...

Biden, Ryan prepare for crucial Vice Presidential Debate

October 9, 2012

By Thomas Hair Opinions Editor After a surprisingly impressive performance by Mitt Romney in the first Presidential Debate last Wednesday, the Vice Presidential Debate on Thursday has gained newfound...

GOP race lacking presidential potential

November 14, 2011

By Mary Whitfill Features Editor The Republican Presidential Primaries are shaping up to be more entertaining than most MTV reality TV shows. The debates have become so popular that, according to The...

Fine arts students prepare to compete in national competition

March 25, 2011

Mary Whitfill Features Editor Coppell High School sophomore Alex Smith will be competing the National Forensics League (NFL) competition this summer, representing Coppell ISD in the Oral Interpretation...

The Coppell Cowboy Classic to take place this weekend

January 4, 2011

Julia Kim Staff Writer On Jan. 7 and 8, the Coppell High School Speech and Debate Team will host the Coppell Cowboy Classic, Coppell's 11th annual TFA qualifying tournament. The tournament begins...

CHS debate team hosts fundraiser at Fat Daddy’s and Cici’s

April 20, 2010

By Henna Khan Staff Writer/ Photographer Fundraising is an essential part of any extra curricular activity. The Coppell High School debate team has initated several attempts to make money for their...

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