German native Schramm notices differences in Prom routines

By Chase Porter Staff Writer Video by Mattie Daily, KCBY Prom season is such a frantic time for most American students – girls stressing over if they will get asked and if their dress is just right, guys fearing being shot down and figuring out the after-party plans. However one student, Laura Schramm, is wondering why these American kids are getting so freaked out about a dance? Laura Schramm, a junior here at CHS, is part of a foreign exchange program that brought her here to the Lone Star State. Arriving here in August, she immediately noticed some significant differences from her home in Berlin to the suburbs of Coppell. “There is a lot more…

Prom time

Chris Cummins Staff Writer Prom has come and gone, bringing with it a feast of photos for Facebook aficionados to gorge themselves on, as well as memories that (as we are told) will last a lifetime. In the days after the dance, however, one of the biggest topics of conversation was not the dance itself, nor the time spent with friends and dates, but the immense cost of the dance itself. Over and over, many people swore that, due mainly to the cost, Prom wasn’t worth it. Some said that if they had the choice to go to the dance a second time, they would most likely not go. Dinner, limo tickets, professional photography in some…

Prom: how did you get asked?

Ashley Attanucci Web Manager Molly Robben “I was leaving school and walking to my car when I noticed something in it. As I got closer I realized there balloons in it. I had no idea what was going on. It was filled to the top with balloons and there wasn’t anything else, so I called Philip Hanson and he told me to go home. I wasn’t expecting anything at all. It was a total surprise, especially when all my friends, family and some of my teachers were in on the plan without me knowing. Around 500 balloons filled my car and room and some of the balloons in my room had notes in them, so…

Thompson takes matters into own hands when choosing prom dress

Kimberly Del Angel Staff Writer Prom is the fairytale every girl dreams of: the elaborate ringlets spilling over their shoulders, the super cute three-inch heels, the freshly manicured nails all coming together to create the magical ensemble completing their all-too-perfect princess dress. For a senior girl, prom is one of the biggest nights in their lives, and the perfect night calls for an even more perfect dress. Finding this dress, however, can sometimes be a difficult task. Senior Taylor Thompson experienced this first hand. “I have really specific ideas about what I want and I knew that I wouldn’t be able to find a dress that I liked, so I decided to just go ahead…

Prom tickets go on sale today

Peter Sblendorio Sports Editor Going to prom? Starting today, tickets to the Coppell High School senior prom go on sale at all lunches. Tickets start at the price of $85 each, and they will remain that price throughout this week. Students are encouraged to purchase tickets this week, which is March 21-25, as ticket prices will increase to $95 each starting on Monday, March 28 and then to $105 on Monday April 4. Seniors are the only ones that are able to purchase tickets, but students of all grade levels are allowed to attend the CHS prom if they are accompanied by a date that is enrolled at the high school as a senior. In addition,…

Prom fashion show

Abby Drake Staff Writer Prom is one of the most exciting nights of a high school senior’s career and there is a lot to do in preparation for the big night. Students have to find a date, make diner reservations, arrange for a limo and, most importantly, find the perfect thing to wear.  In order to give students an idea of what to wear, Coppell High School puts on an annual Prom Fashion Show. Different seniors are chosen to show off different dresses from David’s Bridal and suits from Men’s Warehouse. All seniors are gathered in the gym to watch as different tuxedos and gowns go by, giving them an inside look at what they…

Teen Leadership experiences faux intoxication

by Ashley Attanucci Staff Writer As drug and alcohol abuse grows rampant among teenagers, Coppell High School’s freshmen Teen Leadership/Health classes take initiative to give students a first-hand experience on what drunk driving is like. On May 5, freshmen Teen Leadership/ Health classes took a step out into the hall and into the shoes of a drunk driver with a demonstration of Fatal Vision. Simulation of being under the influence was made capable by dizzy-making goggles as students were challenged to walk a straight-line, pick up dropped keys and catch a ball. “It seems easy whenever you’re not drunk, while [actually] your body acts totally different,” freshman Megan Kennedy said. “It’s just another reason not…

Fashion designs inspire student to unite classmates, lower costs of prom

Frances Ruiz Staff Writer Assuming the role of sales lead for Whatchamacallit Fashions, senior Sharon Mathai planned and materialized a get-together for senior girls in need of a prom dress.  What may have started out as an interest in lowering the mounting and overwhelming costs of prom, however, soon became an innovative and resourceful way for Mathai to not only help others with their search, but to create new memories and experiences along the way.  Taking place on March 7, the social event was held from 5-7 p.m. at the Whatchamacallit store in Addison. Within the two hour time period, senior girls looked through racks and racks of colorful dresses boasting every type of style…

Senior prom ticket prices released

Ticket prices for the senior prom taking place on April 24 have been released. Shelly Redding, senior class sponsor and Ready, Set, Teach! sponsor, confirmed that ticket prices are $85 per ticket for the first week of sales (three weeks before prom), $95 the second week and $105 the third week.

Prom Dress Anyone?

Maddie Walters Staff Writer For those girls who are unaware, On Sunday March 7, from 5-7 pm, the prom dress boutique, WhatchamaCallit, is closing down their store just for Coppell girls. Senior Sharon Mathai is sponsoring this event, and because of her, Coppell Girls will be able to receive a great opportunity. If you come and buy a dress during this time period (from 5-7), you will receive $50 accessory credit to buy any jewelry at the store that you want, and after the party, you will receive 1/2 off any pair of shoes. If you would like more information about this event, you can visit the group’s facebook page.