Past TEDx event

TEDxCoppell High School

The Ripple Effect

Took placeApril 25, 202610:00 AM - 1:00 PM (GMT-5)
LocationCoppell, Texas, United States
FormatYouth
Big change starts small. Whether it be a preliminary idea, a quiet voice, or a single action, each has the power to expand into something huge. This year’s theme invites speakers to think about how even the smallest sparks can lead to powerful outcomes. Join us in our annual TEDx talk to discover where and how you can take the first steps towards creating meaningful impact in your community, your passions, and the world around you.

Speakers

Speakers may not be confirmed. Check the event website for the latest lineup.

  • Madeeha Ameen

    Madeeha Ameen doesn’t stay quiet when she notices something wrong. She combines her many passions to better the world with an emphasis on health and wellness.

  • Sadhana Gangadharan

    Sadhana Gangadharan is a senior at Coppell High School who is fascinated by the world of problem solving. She enjoys exploring topics related to technology, engineering, and astronomy, but also helping others learn more about those topics as well. As a result of these interests, she is the school's co-founder/co-president of Coppell AI Club, Coppell Speech and Debate, and of course Coppell Student Speakers Association. When she isn't studying for school or browsing through online courses, you can most likely find her ice skating, singing to her favorite songs, binge watching TV shows, or exploring different styles of art. She hopes to leave the greatest impact on the world she possibly can, and also meet people along the way!

  • Seerat Bhatia

    Hi there! My name's Seerat and I'm in incoming senior in high school. I'm incredibly passionate for our school's broadcast journalism program (KCBY). I love filming, editing. I play the flute and the guitar, and I absolutely love Billie Eilish and Olivia Rodrigo. I find myself viewing the world universally and am always trying to put the words to something! Thanks for reading this!

  • Shourya Chawla

    My name is Shourya Chawla, and my high school experience has taught me the importance of belonging, resilience, and being true to myself. Through constant change, leadership, and practical experience, I've learned what I should be doing to grow and what I can do to help others feel heard and included. These lessons have shaped my day-to-day life and I know that everything will work out fine!

  • Svarna Shukla

    Svarna Shukla is a 16-year-old student who is passionate about leadership and helping young people become more confident and thoughtful decision-makers. He became interested in negotiation and communication after realizing how much the way we think and speak affects the opportunities we get in life. Svarna spends his time studying leadership, persuasion, and problem-solving, and sharing what he learns with others. He has worked with people to run small leadership sessions focused on confidence, clear thinking, and practical communication skills. Through his work, Svarna hopes to help more young people believe in their ideas and step forward to lead.

  • Zaina Tauqeer

    Zaina Tauqeer is a student leader at Coppell High School and serves in a leadership role with UNA-USA. Passionate about history and political science, she aspires to pursue a career in international human rights law. When she’s not engaging with her community at her local mosque, Zaina enjoys reading and spending time with family.

Organizing team