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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Pike Kitchen offers a diverse range of foods, including spicy garlic chicken from Pike Chicken and Beer (top) and bibimbap bowls from Bowl Play (bottom).

Diverse foods dish out flavor at Pike Kitchen

By Vicky Gunawan and Max Kandel December 20, 2018

Have a craving for bubble tea? Poke bowls? How about Korean gyros? Pike Kitchen offers all of these in the same place. Located in Rockville Pike, Pike Kitchen delivers consumers a variety of diverse...

Pictured are the Vietnamese Crunch Salad (butter lettuce substituted for romaine), the Organic Kale Salad with Tofu and a plate with brussel sprouts, cauliflower and Japanese eggplant.

New local restaurant impresses with healthy food options

By Julia Lescht, Online Editor-In-Chief December 17, 2018

The bright green entrance way leads to a spacious room enclosed with white walls, covered in images of colorful flowers, various cheerful, earthy paintings and other subtle pops of vibrant colors. Inside,...

Heather Kirschner plays Cinderella in the winter musical production of "Cinderella." The cast put on five performances of the show.

Student Art Spotlight: Heather Kirschner

By Laura Sneller, Arts Editor December 17, 2018

You may recognize her from her most recent role as the beloved Disney princess Cinderella in the WCHS fall musical or have seen her perform last spring in Blast, but it is no surprise that junior Heather...

Senior Mason Catalon uses dry materials and ink to create artwork.

Student Arts Spotlight: Mason Catalon

By Laura Sneller, Arts Editor December 12, 2018

From the random paint colors staining her wardrobe to the doodle-filled sketchbook that is glued to her hand, it is no secret that senior Mason Catalon is a passionate artist. For her, art is an integral...

Elite stars Miguel Bernardeau and Danna Paola sit together during an interview. In the show, the two are in a dramatic off-on relationship.

Spanish teen drama entrances WCHS students

By Allison Jacobs, Assistant News Editor December 5, 2018

On Oct. 5, Netflix released the Spanish show Elite, a teen thriller and drama. The show takes place at a school in Spain, and over the course of eight episodes, it unravels the murder of one of the 11...

"Beetlejuice: The Musical, The Musical, The Musical," directed by Alex Timbers, is currently showing at the National Theatre in Washington, D.C. before it goes to broadway next March. The show is humorous despite having minor plot issues and is a must-see for those looking for an entertaining show with many laughs.

“Beetlejuice” musical adaptation impresses with humor

By Ohio Meshanko, Promotions Manager November 20, 2018

In recent years, popular TV shows and movies have gotten their very own Broadway musical adaptation and are usually well-received. It comes as no surprise that fans were ecstatic when it was announced...

When applying to arts-based  majors in college, students often have to send portfolios or photographs of previous artwork.

Art major applications generate student stress

By Laura Sneller, Arts Editor November 20, 2018

The month of Nov. is infamous among senior high school students. Early action deadlines, essays and supplementals leave seniors stressed and scrambling to fulfill all the requirements necessary for applying...

One of Grant's favorite subjects to photograph is nature. When he's not taking pictures of nature, he enjoys documenting protests and the lives of his fellow WCHS students.

Student Art Spotlight: Avi Grant

By Bryan Fletcher, Production Manager November 20, 2018

Whether you see him in the hallways giving out high fives or hear him cracking jokes in his classes with his quirky sense of humor, just about everyone at WCHS knows who senior Avi Grant is. However, what...

Sweetly Anchored has recently opened in Cabin John Shopping Center and is the perfect place to stop in and enjoy all different kinds of baked goods.

Anchor yourself for a sweet treat at newly-opened bakery

By Cherri Tung, Photo Editor November 20, 2018

Do you like cupcakes, brownies, or intricate birthday cakes? Then visit the new bakery in Cabin John Shopping Center, Sweetly Anchored. The store’s friendly atmosphere coupled with the irresistible scent...

Senior Mason Catalon uses dry materials and ink to create artwork,

Student Art Spotlight: Mason Catalon

By Laura Sneller, Arts Editor November 13, 2018

From the random paint colors staining her wardrobe to the doodle-filled sketchbook that is glued to her hand, it is no secret that senior Mason Catalon is a passionate artist. For her, art is an integral...

Renaissance-themed costumes are one of the many items sold at the festival.

WCHS students travel back in time at MD Renaissance Festival

By Nora Holland, Opinions Editor October 31, 2018

With the weather finally signaling the start of fall, many students are looking for ways to go out and enjoy the autumn air. While pumpkin patches are a must, many students have been travelling a little...

Juniors Nura Dhar and Leah Stein, along with art teacher Paul Dermont discuss plans to create a new arts course at CHS next year. The course will have lessons and Socratic-seminar type discussions.

Students create new art class for 2019-2020 school year

By Sapna David, Assistant Arts Editor October 25, 2018

Juniors Nura Dhar and Leah Stein are working with CHS art teacher Paul Dermont to create a new arts course at CHS next year. After taking AP Art History last year, Dhar and Stein felt that they did not...

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