Holiday parade applications now available

Julianne Cauley News Editor For students, the arrival of Nov. and Dec. ensures the soon to come fall and winter breaks. Countdowns are started and the excitement for the holidays build. However, the holiday season also brings the community holiday parade. This year’s parade is Sat. Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. The theme for this year’s parade is “A Hometown Holiday!” and applications for float entries are now available. There is no charge for entering; however, all organizations must complete a registration form by Mon. Nov. 21 and have a representative at the mandatory parade meeting on Mon. Nov. 28. The holiday parade always promises festive, unique and lighted parade flats that will light the nighttime streets of…

Community gears up to Make a Child Smile

By Julianne Cauley News Editor The Make a Child Smile Organization fights to bring joy, and smiles, to children battling chronic illnesses. MACS utilizes the community as people write letters and donate gifts to these children. Coppell sponsors this annual program by providing holiday gifts benefiting children for those families who need a extra help. In order to participate, visit the City Manager’s Office to select a paper ornament. These may be picked up starting Tuesday Nov. 1 until Friday Dec. 9. Shoppers may pick up an ornament on the second floor of Town Center on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Once you have seleted a family, MACS asks that people purchase a gift…

Memorial Day closings

By Henna Khan Business Manager In observance of Memorial Day, Monday, May 30, all city administrative offices will be closed. Specifically, the William T. Cozby Public Library, Coppell Municipal Court, Parks administrative offices, Coppell Senior and Community Center and the Animal Services Facility will not be open this coming Monday. The Coppell Aquatic and Recreation Center will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; however, group excersices for that day will not be held and child care will not be available to anyone. Enjoy your day off!

Top Gifts for CHS Students

By Chase Porter Staff Writer Coppell parents don’t know what to get your high school student for the holidays? It’s all right; The Sidekick has got you covered. Here are just a few of the hottest gifts this holiday season for the CHS student. Starting our gift list is the new Kinect for Xbox 360. This gaming system is different from any other because you actually use your body as the controller. It is great for a girl or a boy because it has many different games such as Dance Central and Kinect Sports that can be played solo or by multiple people. If you are planning on getting item, I advise that you have…

Easy ways to get into the spirit

Ashley Attanucci Web Manager The holidays – our favorite time of year is finally right around the corner. Hannakuh has begun, Christmas is only two weeks away, the weather is cold and snow has already begun to fall (on Sidekick online, of course). Make the most of your December and let the cheer last with a few simple and fun ideas to look forward to: 1. Decorate- it’s one of the easiest things you can do to get into the mood of the holidays. If your parents aren’t in charge of this already, switch out some of the usual decor of your home with something more jolly: place a pointsettia plant as your centerpiece at the…

Reminisce of Christmas Past…

Jane Kim Staff Writer With the holidays coming in the near distant future, many remember last year… The year is snowed on Christmas Eve. It’s like the classic image that you get in your head when you think about the holidays. Sitting by the fire, drinking hot chocolate and it’s snowing outside. You can smell the fresh Christmas tree, all decorated and looking pretty. To me, the best part of Christmas and the holidays are the Christmas movies and especially ABC Family’s “25 Days of Christmas”. This year starts with Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas, The Santa Clause and the Polar Express on Friday. Monday kicks off with an old classic: Rudolph the…

Turkey drive tomorrow aims to make a difference

This Friday, November 19, Coppell ISD is once again participating in the annual Kids 4 Turkeys turkey drive. Students or parents can drop frozen turkeys off at any CISD school from 7:30-9:00 tomorrow morning.

Clever Halloween costumes

by Abby Drake Staff writer Halloween is this Sunday night, and it is time for everyone to find the perfect costume. There is an endless supply of ideas, and I have searched through the web and have compiled what I think are the most clever costumes of 2010. To dress up as a highway dress in all black and add yellow dash marks up the center of your body to create the appearance of a road.  To add a three dimensional effect glue toys cars and road signs to your pants and shirt. If you do not have time for an elaborate costumes try being a nudist on strike or “undecided”.  To be a nudist…

Students stand up against drugs during Red Ribbon Week

by Ashley Attanucci Web Manager You may have seen the pillars of the halls decorated with big red bows, or the flyers that read “Close the door on drugs”, the giant red banner across the senior bridge as well as students dressed up as their favorite heroes. This is because today, Monday, Oct. 25, marks the first day of CHS’s annual Red Ribbon Week, a week dedicated to raising awareness against drugs. It is a celebration hosted by our SADD club (Students Against Destructive Decisions), observed by both students and staff. To join in with peers on Red Ribbon Week, follow the schedule to dress-up according to each day as follows: Monday students dressed up as heroes to…

Ready, Set, Teach! students feel the love during Valentine’s Day

By Rebecca Fowler Sidekick Staff Writer Emily Mankin KCBY Generally, Valentine’s Day is a hit-or-miss holiday.  It is great for those with significant others, but not so enjoyable for singles. However, students involved in Ready, Set, Teach! have the opportunity to really enjoy Feb. 14 this year.  By watching kids they have come to know and love experience Valentine’s Day the way they did years ago. Getting to watch little ones soak in the holidays is a special treat to high schoolers who often come to take these traditions for granted. “I remember when we used to make shoeboxes into Valentine’s mail boxes and cut a little slot in the top where everyone gives their…