Bhattatiry leads senior class of 2011

Julia Kim Staff Writer Senior Mitu Bhattatiry entered Coppell High School with three concerns: getting lost, getting injured in the hallways and tackling AP exams. She never expected to be valedictorian, much less maintain the very prestigious standing for four years. “My parents and the support of the school and counselors in allowing for a ton of flexibility in my classes highly contributed to my success,” Bhattatiry said. “Everyone, despite the fact that I was a tiny girl who seemed to be getting into something in over my head, was super accommodating, and I will always appreciate that.” Entering her senior year, Mitu had not only taken 18 AP exams but also managed to get…

Final senior bulletin details end of year dates, graduation

Ashleigh Heaton Editor-in-Chief The year isn’t quite over yet, seniors: there are still a few dates and events to attend before finally bidding CHS “adieu”. The counseling department is trying to help you stay organized with the final senior bulletin, which includes important dates and information on the senior breakfast, senior awards, senior trip to Six Flags, honor stoles, dual credit, the graduation rehearsal and ceremony, as well as other counseling information. The bulletin also has information on a new technology that friends and family can use to watch graduation even if they can’t make it to Denton – CHS will be streaming the ceremony live on the internet for a $9.95 viewing donation. Be…

Senior’s last words

Ashley Attanucci Web Manager I am leaving Coppell High School. the past four years, almost a quarter of my lifetime, I have been part of this routine – school at 8:20 a.m., classes, friends, lunch, pep rallies, car pool, homework. It has become my life and the life I love. Now, suddenly, though I have known and looked forward to this fate since my first trip up the freshmen stairs, I am being pushed out of these halls I have come to know as a home away from home. And I don’t like it. After finally understanding the ins and outs of high school, I am forced to leave. Today, I can tell you where…

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…

Senior night is this Friday night

By Abby Drake Staff Writer This Friday night is the last home football game of this school year, and senior night for the football players, cheerleaders, Lariettes and band members. The last home game is always a bitter day for senior students because it is an end to a fun and memorable chapter of their lives. The good part about this night, however, is that all of the senior boys and girls who are involved in every Friday night game will be recognized for all that they do. Every cheerleader, Lariette, football player, silver spur and band member gets announced by name and is escorted onto the field by their parents. This makes this night…

Solitary senior: Hatton steps up as team leader

Sammy Robben Staff Writer Four years ago, girls filled volleyball tryouts dreaming of playing volleyball throughout their high school careers, but they slowly faded away until there was one: senior outside hitter Chandler Hatton. Chandler has gone through the early morning practices, late night matches and weekend tournaments for four years, and remains as the only senior on the varsity team. Despite all of her hard work, all of the friendships and fun she’s had has made it all worth it. “I just love everything about volleyball, I’ve always thought that it was fun and I love how it’s really hard and intense but it’s also kind of girly.” Hatton said. Hatton serves as a…

Annual College Night fast approaching

by Ashley Attanucci The annual College Night at the UNT Coliseum is taking place Tuesday, September 21. It begins at 6:30 and is open to all students and family. Hundreds of colleges, from all over the nation, will be attending with representatives ready to answer any and all questions. Attendance to College Night is recommended by counselors and will be an easy and convenient way from students to find out about prospective schools. For directions to UNT, click here. For a campus map, click here.

“Rounding-Up” a year of moments, memories, photos

Story by Allie Perison Editor in Chief Senior Morgan Smith establishes her own take on the world through the lens of her camera. After taking photojournalism sophomore year, Smith realized that her interest in photography was both a talent and a passion of hers. “Taking a really good picture and seeing it turn out makes me feel so accomplished,” Smith said. “People say to do what you love, and I love taking pictures. I don’t want to rely on it or taint it with being a full-time career, but it will always be something I do.” While Smith does not plan on making photography her career, she does intend to keep it present in her…

A Final Farwell

Story by Allie Perison Editor in Chief If you had asked me six weeks ago, I would have told you I was ready to get out of Coppell and start what I consider to be chapter two of my life. I would have told you  I was not going to have any sad sentiments at senior awards, prom or while writing the last story I will ever write for The Sidekick. I honestly thought I would have no feelings of remorse at the end, but I was wrong. I guess you never really know how you are going to feel until you get there. I now find it normal to tear up when I hear…

Wade heads to Chapman to pursue dreams

By Gaby Moran Staff Writer Senior Natalie Wade’s dream after college is to become a coffee girl. Now, while that sounds like a job you do not need a degree in, being a coffee girl for an important producer is one of the first steps in order to become a major player in the media world down the road. “I realize when I tell people specifically that after college my goal is to be a coffee girl they get a little confused,” Wade said. “But in order to have a chance to be a part of that world, you have to start out on the very bottom and work your way up.” All through her…