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The official student news site of Coppell High School

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The Sidekick advertising and circulation manager Anushree De and their mother Ananya Kundu both value the ability for hair to show aspects of their culture. This Women’s History Month, De is thankful to her mother for the subtle ways in which she shows her love.

The woman who made me: Tethering the braids together

Anushree De, Advertising and Circulations Manager March 29, 2023

Black raven strands gleam at the touch of the brush. She threads the fine fibers into three, interlacing the hair with ease. I look in the mirror. She hums with each ginger skim, her eyes closed as if...

March being Women’s History month is a time to celebrate the influential women and the impact they have had in our lives.The Sidekick executive editorial page editor Manasa Mohan expresses her gratitude to her older sister, Namratha Mohan, for making her who she is today. Photos courtesy of Manasa Mohan

The woman who made me: Two are better than one

Manasa Mohan, Executive Editorial Page Editor March 28, 2023

Twirling around in our backyard while an electric blue whale shaped sprinkler softly rains on our heads, my sister and I’s laughter rings out like the chimes of a dozen bells. The memory is etched into...

Coppell’s World Schools Debate team Coppell Black' poses with trophies following their first place finish at the Texas Forensics Association State debate tournament. SunHee Simon has coached Mocharla since his sophomore year, helping him achieve his goals as a debater and person. Photo courtesy of Shrayes Gunna.

The woman who made me: Simon transforming minds into people who matter

Sahith Mocharla, Staff Writer March 24, 2023

You know when you’re around 5 or 6 years old? Just tall enough to see over the kitchen counter and the dinner your parents are preparing. The helter-skelter shuffle of mail scattered around, your toys...

Women’s History Month is a time of year to celebrate the women who play an important role in our lives. The Sidekick staff cartoonist Maya Palavali expresses her appreciation for her maternal grandma, Vijaya Chalemela. Photo courtesy Sreekanth Palavali.

The woman who made me: There is no language barrier for love

Maya Palavali, Staff Cartoonist March 20, 2023

Running late to school, I bound down the stairs. As I go to grab an energy bar, a plate of idlis with peanut chutney and a filled Hydro Flask waits for me on the counter. My family has lived in...

The Woman Who Made Me: following a path carved by my sister

The Woman Who Made Me: following a path carved by my sister

Esther Kim, Staff Designer March 11, 2022

My sister is my best friend. People around us are always surprised to see how close the two of us are. We’ve always been told that we were different from other siblings, but I didn’t realize...

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