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Colette Morell (‘25) holds an empty energy drink can, shocked by the news of the ban. “I was surprised they went as far as banning the drinks but I get my caffeine from coffee so it doesn’t really affect me,” Morell said. “I don’t think it’s a bad thing at all that admin made the decision.”
Can ban (energy drinks banned at school)
November 5, 2024
Between Two Floors
Between Two Floors
November 5, 2024
About 20 opponents to the HISD bond gathered at the Community Voices for Public Education's Halloween-themed "Haunt the Polls" event to encourage voters to vote against the bond. Attendees marched in the parking lot of the Metropolitan Multi-Service Center chanting call-and-response protests.
Bond on the ballot
November 5, 2024
Blending In and Out
Blending In and Out
November 5, 2024
After Crompton's fundraiser exploded beyond her expectations, she led a convoy of multiple cars, vans, and trucks to help the people in need in North Carolina.
Hope under the debris
November 5, 2024
Neptune VFD operates this ladder truck and three other fire trucks.
Family Tradition Fuels Neptune Fire Company’s Success Amid Volunteer Shortage
November 5, 2024
The feature image shown above includes the Morgan Message logo. It was inspired by her artwork and her love for teal. First hand accounts claim that at Morgan Rodgers memorial there were butterflies everywhere which explains the meaning behind the butterfly.
The Legacy of Morgan’s Message
November 5, 2024
Sophomore Manasvi Singh lights firecrackers with her friend Joy Raichura, on Nov. 12, 2023. Used with permission of Manasvi Singh
Diwali lights the way as students share cultural traditions
November 5, 2024
Selig shows off one of the many snakes in his family’s care.
Senior displays love for the outdoors through hobbies
November 5, 2024
Seniors Aiden Dabbs and Nate Witteman ride on John Villano's golf cart, experiencing a day in the life of their hero on Sept. 25, 2024.
Hometown hero
November 5, 2024
Senior Josie Grunzinger watches the football game intently from the sidelines on Oct. 18. Grunzinger stood out to the crowd as the only girl on the football team, encouraging other girls who want to play football to take a chance and go for a sport outside of their comfort zone. “If you think you could [play football] and you want to do it, just try it, because all it takes is to actually try it out,” Grunzinger said.
Kicking off
November 5, 2024
The SCHS softball and baseball diamonds were renovated with new dirt earlier this month, making uniforms easier to clean.
New stain-free dirt eases stress for SCHS softball and baseball players
November 5, 2024
Samarth Sajeesh serves the ball during his final 1 doubles match against Creighton Prep at the NSAA Boys Tennis State Championship on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Woods Tennis Center. Sajeesh and partner Caden Haar won the match and helped the Spartans claim their fourth straight State title.
Lincoln East demonstrates the legacy in boys tennis program at State Championship
November 5, 2024
UNITED
UNITED
November 1, 2024
Kenneth Harms (12) attempts a dyno problem. Dyno problems require the climber to jump to progress through the problem.
Students climb to greater heights
November 1, 2024
Long Do (11) works on his painting in the AP 2D Art and Design classroom. He creates a detailed underpainting for each of his works to get the value balance just right.
Artists win recognition in Delta and Midsouth fairs
November 5, 2024
Painting outside the lines: Students spray-paint their way to French culture
Painting outside the lines: Students spray-paint their way to French culture
November 5, 2024
Posing for a picture together, the Celebrities welcomed the Blue Belles to CPHS to learn the “Sister Kick” dance for the Nov. 1 halftime. This will be the first time the “Sister Kick” will be performed since the fall of 2015.. “It’s going to be really visual and cool because we start off with every other person and then we split into the two teams and then we make one long kick-line with everyone,” Assistant Director Katie Thompson said. “It’s been awhile since they’ve done it and I’m just so excited to see it back again.” Photo courtesy of CPHS Celebrities
Does This Ring a Belle?
November 5, 2024
Senior Kenneth Han competes at the 11th Annual Great Plains Marimba Competition in the summer. Though he didn’t win, Han said he was proud of the performance he was able to achieve since his improvement from the previous year.
Double the Rhythm
November 1, 2024
CREATING SCHOOL SPIRIT: Besa Carney enthusiastically plays piano for the students and families attending the Bulldogs and Hotdogs pep rally. Carney is the only piano player that performs with the Bowie band.
Student spends summer at prestigious music program
November 1, 2024
By voting “Yes,” Ohioians can choose a fairer, more transparent process that holds politicians accountable.
Vote ‘Yes’ on Issue 1
November 5, 2024
Denying students the right to vote in school board elections removes their voices from key issues. Illustration | Grace Lin
Staff Editorial: Students should be allowed to vote in FUHSD board elections
November 5, 2024
Diwali and Halloween fall on the same day this year. The Sidekick staff writer Deepali Kanchanavally thinks it is important to celebrate both. Graphic by Kirsten Schnock
A celebration of light and fright
November 5, 2024
Diversity programs, which are meant to level the playing field, are now being accused of causing under qualified people to be chosen for roles just because they aren’t white.
Am I a ‘DEI Hire’?
November 1, 2024
Graphic by Varun Singh
Pride or pretense?
October 29, 2024
Coach Adam Chavez comforts senior Tommy Murphy after the team's loss to the Ironmen in round one of the playoffs.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Play by play, brick by brick
November 5, 2024
Elementary students turn the corner for their final lap cheered on by a volunteer.
MES elementary students learn how to achieve jaw-dropping objectives by running 26.2 miles
November 5, 2024
WVHS Book Club logo. Graphic provided by Claire Keith.
WVHS Book Club – Lessons in Chemistry
November 1, 2024
S2E2 - The intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
S2E2 – The intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
October 31, 2024
Helping hounds
October 25, 2024
WVHS Book Club logo. Graphic provided by Claire Keith.
WVHS Book Club – Lessons in Chemistry
November 1, 2024
S2E2 - The intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
S2E2 – The intersection between environmentalism, menstruation
October 31, 2024
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
Chris Susil Unveils His Latest Literary Masterpiece: A Journey Through Words
October 22, 2024
America Through Hip Hop Ep. 2: Debating Chicago's rap elites
America Through Hip Hop Ep. 2: Debating Chicago’s rap elites
October 17, 2024
Mary Russo in her chemistry classroom.
The Orbit: New Teacher Feature
October 10, 2024
Coach Adam Chavez comforts senior Tommy Murphy after the team's loss to the Ironmen in round one of the playoffs.
[PHOTO ESSAY] Play by play, brick by brick
November 5, 2024
ALL ABOUT ALTOS: In the midst of the prelims performance of “Fury Road,” movement captain and alto section leader junior Liliana Escamilla, makes her way through the music and choreography with other members of the alto section by her side. This being her third year as a member of the band, Escamilla has played in the Bands of America Regional competition before and knew what to expect. “It went pretty well and most people were pretty proud of how they performed,” she said. “The competition has always been an extremely hard one as most of the bands are 6A, so we do it as more of an experience to improve, but I feel like it definitely benefited us to see what we can do better for the next competition next Saturday.”
Band sharpens its craft at first competition of season
October 16, 2024
The Blue Angels diamond performs the barrel roll break during the 2024 Fleet Week Airshow.
2024 Fleet Week Airshow stuns spectators with one of the best performances in years
October 16, 2024
COLALEO IN THE YELLOW SUIT: Senior Joe Colaleo rehearses ferociously confronts the Tuck family about the water that turns people immortal as the cast of McCallum Theater’s fall production Tuck Everlasting blocks a scene. The rehearsal is for the actors to know where to be placed and stand throughout the show. “I am feeling great about the process and creation of the show as a whole,” Colaleo said. “We are working really fast, we are super prepared. Everyone is working really hard, and we are just finishing up learning set traffic, cleaning and perfecting the show.” In the show, Colaleo plays The Man in the Yellow Suit, a character he was hoping to get when auditioning. The character is greedy and selfish and his goal is to become wealthy by selling water from the spring in the woods. “I want the water to sell for money and they are stopping me,” Colaleo said. For Colaleo, Tuck Everlasting represents the start of his senior year and the final season with McCallum Theater. “Playing this role as a senior is very fulfilling and fun,” Colaleo said. “Everyone looks up to you and you get a sense of accomplishment and pride when you see others doing well.” Looking back on his four years in theater production, Colaleo said he wants to do everything he can this year to support the underclassmen and have fun in the rest of the shows this year. “I really appreciate the process a lot more this year, knowing it will be one of the last times I’m doing something like this at McCallum and I won’t see a lot of these people for a long time,” Colaleo said. Caption by Nate Williams.
‘Everlasting’ rehearsal process nears its end
October 10, 2024
Station 4 firefighter Natasha Hunt participates in the memorial stair climb for the first time. As one of many people partaking in the tradition, Hunt climbed the Pleasant Valley Tower nine times, for a total of roughly 1,368 feet of stairs.
Austin firefighters climb 1,368 stairs—World Trade Center height—to honor 9/11 heroes
September 17, 2024
Elementary students turn the corner for their final lap cheered on by a volunteer.
MES elementary students learn how to achieve jaw-dropping objectives by running 26.2 miles
November 5, 2024
Helping hounds
October 25, 2024
Pictured is the Rod and Reel Pier, which was severely impacted by the storm
The Anna Maria Island community comes together after Hurricane Helene
October 17, 2024
FCA and Its Impact on the Community
FCA and Its Impact on the Community
October 17, 2024
The Powderpuff Game Provides Another Outlet for Female Athletes
The Powderpuff Game Provides Another Outlet for Female Athletes
October 15, 2024
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Coppell High School English teacher Laura Salamone helps junior Rhea Guru on Oct. 21. Salamone is passionate about connecting with students and is selected for The Sidekick’s Volume 36 No. 2 Teacher of the Issue.

Spreading positivity, one page at a time

By Naila Ali, Coppell High School
November 5, 2024
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