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The Coppell ISD Weekly Round-Up is your snapshot of the latest district happenings — from engaged learning in our classrooms to achievements, events, happenings and more. This week's edition spotlights 2023 Bond projects at CHS and Valley Ranch, Denton Creek and Town Center Elementaries.

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The Coppell High School Technology Student Association (TSA) continued its tradition of excellence at the 2025 TSA National Conference, held June 27–July 1 in Nashville. A total of 58 CHS students qualified to attend and compete in 28 events, bringing home numerous Top 10 national honors. Among the standout results:

TEAMS Mathematical Modeling Contest:

3rd Place (Team C): Rachel Chio, Greeshma Marathu, Ujesha Pachare and Chloe Tan

Top 10 Finalist (Team D): Ajay Anandan, Anmol Deepak, Ashwin Mohan and Aryaman Singh

TEAMS Build / Design Contest Top 10 Finalist (Team D): Ajay Anandan, Anmol Deepak, Ashwin Mohan and Aryaman Singh

High School Biotechnology Design 5th Place: Prajwal Amara, Shawroj Khan, Satvik Kolathaya, Sameeksh Komatreddy, Vinayak and Vipinachanran Subha

High School Chapter Team – 5th Place: Ajay Anandan, Anmol Deepak, Ameya Kella, Sameeksh Komatreddy, Aryaman Singh and Alanna Sun

High School Drone Challenge (UAV) – 8th Place: Sai Sashank Cherukuri, Sai Amol Kuttuva Gokul Babu, Sharvesh Ramakrishnan, Sharan Sathish, Vignesh Somasundaram and Parjanya Vedula

High School Software Development – 4th Place: Prajwal Amara, Ameya Kella and Sameeksh Komatreddy

High School System Control Technology – 9th Place: Neerav Puppala, Sharvesh Ramakrishnan and Vignesh Somasundaram

High School Virtual Reality Simulation – 7th Place: Sai Sashank Cherukuri, Aryan Kumar and Neerav Puppala

High School Webmaster – 9th Place:Amay Babel, David Chae, Samanyu Hebbar and Kunal Katiyar



The success of the Coppell TSA chapter is possible thanks to the dedicated advisers and chaperones Grant Garner (Lead TSA Advisor), Nicholas Brown (TSA Advisor), Kathryn Womochel (HOSA Advisor) and Kay Walder (Engineering Teacher).

Congratulations to Nathalie Petit from Coppell High School and Eesha Jogdand from CHS9 for representing Coppell ISD at the 2025 National Educators Rising Conference, held June 26–29 in Orlando. The event, themed "Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders," brought together aspiring educators from across the country to showcase their skills and passion for teaching.


Petit placed 2nd in the Varsity Interactive Bulletin Board category, and Jogdand earned 3rd place in the Junior Varsity Interactive Bulletin Board competition. Both students are part of CISD’s chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) led by teacher adviser Raneta Ansley.

New Tech Senior Andy Coffey has been selected to serve on the 2025-2026 Hope Squad National Council. She is one of 45 student leaders chosen from 33 schools across the country to serve a one-year term on the prestigious national council. The Hope Squad National Council plays a vital role in shaping mental health advocacy efforts across the nation. As a member, Coffey will continue to be a part of New Tech’s Hope Squad while also working closely with Hope Squad’s national leadership by providing student insights to inform programming, participating in webinars and research opportunities and serving as a mental health advocate at the national level. This recognition highlights Coffey’s dedication to supporting her peers and promoting mental wellness both on campus and beyond.

CHS Class of 2025 graduates Caroline Ufret and Sohana Singh have been awarded National Merit College-Sponsored Scholarships, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced on July 14. Ufret will use her scholarship to study surgical medicine at Emory University, and Singh will use her scholarship to study electrical engineering at the University of Southern California. These students are among the additional 800 scholarship recipients nationwide who were selected by officials from sponsoring colleges and universities in addition to those students announced in June. The awards, which range from $500 to $2,000 annually, are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institutions providing the scholarships. CISD has a total of 11 college-sponsored Merit Scholarship winners from the Class of 2025 — ten from CHS and one from New Tech High @ Coppell.

The Coppell ISD Weekly Round-Up is your snapshot of the latest district happenings — from engaged learning in our classrooms to achievements, events, happenings and more. Stay connected each week as we celebrate why there's no place like CISD. This week's edition spotlights the CISD Summer Internship program for rising juniors and seniors.

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Coppell Middle School East eighth grader/rising ninth grader Tyler Kim recently competed at the prestigious New Balance Outdoor National Track and Field Meet, held at the University of Pennsylvania’s historic Franklin Field. Kim qualified for the national event after a record-breaking season in which he became the District and Zone Champion in the 800-meter run and set a school record time of 2:10.54. Representing Coppell among 141 of the nation’s top middle school runners, Kim was cheered on by his coach, Austin Yaeger, as he raced against some of the fastest young athletes in the country.

Rising Coppell High School senior Shreeya Gedda has been awarded the prestigious Congressional Award Gold Medal — the highest honor a youth civilian can earn from the United States Congress. Gedda was recognized during a special three-day ceremony held June 11–13, 2025, in Washington, D.C., where she participated in exclusive events on Capitol Hill and engaged with members of Congress and industry leaders. The award, established in 1979, celebrates American youth who demonstrate initiative, service and personal achievement across four areas: public service, personal development, physical fitness and expedition or exploration. To earn this distinguished recognition, Gedda dedicated over three years and more than 800 hours to fulfilling program goals, including 400 hours of volunteer work, 200 hours of personal development, and 200 hours of physical fitness, along with multiple multi-day expeditions, including a memorable trip to Arctic Alaska. Her service work ranged from supporting local food pantries and city events to global efforts like literacy support for Ukrainian youth. Gedda’s name is now part of the official Congressional Record following a statement by Rep. Bryan Steil (WI-01), permanently cementing her achievement in U.S. history.

The Coppell ISD Weekly Round-Up is your snapshot of the latest district happenings — from engaged learning in our classrooms to achievements, events, happenings and more. Stay connected each week as we celebrate why there's no place like CISD. This week's edition features recent activities at the ESL/Bilingual Summer School program held at Mockingbird Elementary. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fM0qGRElB0Q

Eight Class of 2025 seniors from Coppell High School have been awarded National Merit College-Sponsored Scholarships, the National Merit Scholarship Corporation announced June 4. These students are among more than 2,900 recipients nationwide who were selected by officials from sponsoring colleges and universities. The awards, which range from $500 to $2,000 annually, are renewable for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institutions providing the scholarships. An additional group of recipients will be announced in July, bringing the total number of 2025 college-sponsored Merit Scholarship winners to more than 3,600. The CHS recipients, along with their intended majors and sponsoring universities, are: Rithvik Sai Alasakani, Health Care – University of Texas at Dallas Raj Pradyun Reddy Gaddam, Computer Science – Purdue University Dwij Mehta, Computer Science – Texas A&M University Justin Murdock, Applied Mathematics – Texas A&M University Annie Reeder, Archaeology – University of Oklahoma Julia Savova, Biomedical Engineering – Texas A&M University Stayton Slaughter, Medicine – University of Missouri – Columbia Yunqi Zhang, Software Engineering – Texas A&M University This year, 146 higher education institutions in 42 states and the District of Columbia are sponsoring awards through the National Merit Scholarship Program. The college-sponsored scholarships are one of three types of awards given by the program, which will ultimately recognize more than 6,930 students in 2025 with scholarships totaling nearly $26 million.

The Coppell ISD Weekly Round-Up is your snapshot of the latest district happenings — from engaged learning in our classrooms to achievements, events, happenings and more. Stay connected each week as we celebrate why there's no place like CISD. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvywIR5pLEs

On May 19, CHS rising senior Harshva Vinoth Kumar earned an impressive 3rd place in the State of Texas in the 6A UIL Social Studies competition. His dedication and academic excellence made him a standout among the state’s top competitors. A big thank you to UIL Social Studies coach and teacher Connor Blake for his guidance and support throughout the season.

🔧 Turning Passion Into Profession 🚗💨 For Hogan Maxwell, a New Tech High @ Coppell Class of 2025 grad, success isn't about the traditional route—it's about doing what you love and getting your hands dirty along the way. This fall, Hogan will attend Universal Technical Institute to pursue a career as an automotive and diesel technician—a decision fueled by curiosity, drive, and mentors who believed in his path. 💬 “It became real for me when I worked on my truck… That’s when I knew this was more than a hobby. It was my future.” Through his Business Practicum internship at Sam Pack Ford in Carrollton, Hogan gained real-world experience that solidified his career goals. 🛠️ 📖 Read more about Hogan’s journey: go.coppellisd.com/Maxwell25

Pranav Raju, a rising senior at Coppell High School, was recently honored as one of the 20 Under 20 Global Young Leaders, Class of 2025 by the World Affairs Council of Dallas/ Fort Worth. Recognized at a special event celebrating youth leadership and global engagement, Raju was selected for his outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to making a positive impact on his community and beyond.

Commencement ceremonies on May 23 were filled with pride, joy and plenty of celebration as the Class of 2025 from New Tech High @ Coppell and Coppell High School celebrated their graduation. With dazzling indoor and outdoor fireworks lighting up the ceremonies, these seniors didn’t just graduate —they ignited their futures in spectacular fashion. Class of 2025, we are so proud of you! As a reminder, video of both ceremonies are available at www.coppellisd.com/o/cisd/page/graduation. HS graduation photos by Rachel Chio and Naseeha Masood of The Sidekick student newspaper at CHS, a Career and Technical Education Communications Program of Study.

🌟✨ Celebrating Dedication and Excellence! 🌟✨ During the May 19 Board Meeting, we proudly recognized our outstanding staff members for their incredible years of service. Congratulations to: Danielle "Dani" Todd - 30 Years at Lakeside Elementary Mary Johnson - 30 Years at Mockingbird Elementary Estrella "Star" Primera - 30 Years at Town Center Elementary Alex Zuniga - 35 Years in Facilities and Maintenance Cyndi Hubbard - 35 Years at Mockingbird Elementary Laura Springer - an amazing 40 Years at Coppell High School Thank you all for your unwavering commitment to education and our community. Your dedication inspires us all!

Eight CISD elementary schools are 2024-2025 Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA) Student Leadership Award Recipients. Congratulations to: Canyon Ranch Elementary School Cottonwood Creek Elementary School Denton Creek Elementary School Lakeside Elementary School Mockingbird Elementary School Richard J. Lee Elementary School Valley Ranch Elementary School and Wilson Elementary School This esteemed state recognition celebrates exceptional student leadership groups that have shown remarkable dedication to their school communities through leadership and service. “Student-led initiatives not only enhance the educational experience but are crucial for fostering civic engagement among students,” TEPSA Executive Director Harley Eckhart said. “We are proud to recognize these dynamic groups of young leaders who actively participate in their communities and make a positive difference throughout Texas.” Award recipients will be recognized during TEPSA’s Student Leadership Workshops in the fall.

This week's #CatchupWithHunt is an end of the school year message from Dr. Hunt to the CISD Community. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iBXbBQvo6w

As we prepare to celebrate the Class of 2025 on May 23, let’s take a moment to congratulate our outstanding Valedictorians and Salutatorians for their incredible achievements. From Coppell High School, Valedictorian Ashia Argarwal, a former Pinkerton Elementary and CMS West student, will be attending Duke University to study computational science, while Salutatorian Jackson Chen, who attended CMS East, is headed to Rice University to major in Biology. From New Tech High @ Coppell, Valedictorian Eshani Bangalore, who attended Austin Elementary and CMS East, will study finance at SMU, and Salutatorian Sanya Pillai, who attended Cottonwood Creek and Lee Elementaries and CMS West, will pursue Business Administration and Biology at the University of Texas at Austin. Congratulations to each of these remarkable students — and to the entire Class of 2025! We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments at graduation ceremonies.

🎾 Congratulations, Lexie Patton! 🎉 Lexie fought hard and showcased incredible skill at the 6A State Tennis Tournament, earning the State Runner-Up title in Girls Singles! 🥈🔥 From intense rallies to unwavering determination, Lexie gave it her all and made us so proud. Your dedication, sportsmanship, and fierce focus are truly inspiring! 💪💙