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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

"Kingsman: The Golden Circle" proves to be a successful second installment to the first Kingsman movie, Kingsman: The Secret Service.

“Kingsman: The Golden Circle” intrigues audiences

By Jake Herman, News Editor October 15, 2017

Packed with nearly two-and-a-half hours of thrills, plot twists, over-the-top action, and edgy humor, “Kingsman: The Golden Circle” is an entertaining, albeit flawed, second installment of Matthew...

This year the CHS Art Department has been able to eliminate the former fee for supplies.

Previously required art class fee eliminated

By Anna Baranko, Online Features Editor October 3, 2017

This year CHS decided to do away with the fee required for art classes. In past years, art classes at CHS required students to pay a $20 fee at the beginning of the semester, but this is no longer the...

Big changes are occurring in Cabin John Mall this season.

Cabin John Plaza and Mall welcomes new businesses

By Max Kandel, Observations Editor October 3, 2017

Cabin John Plaza and Mall, a popular shipping center for CHS students, was recently bought by the company EDENS. The recent purchase has brought in a plethora of new changes, including the addition of...

Gusto Farm to Street restaurant attracts CHS students

Gusto Farm to Street restaurant attracts CHS students

By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer October 2, 2017

Gusto Farm to Street, a make-your-own pizza and salad joint, opened in the Westfield Montgomery Mall Food Court Sept 4. Gusto Farm to Street adds to the lineup of quick options that CHS students can...

NBA 2K18 a new game out for players in and out of the basketball world.

NBA 2K18 Game adds new and innovated content to video game sports

By Ben Dross, Staff Writer October 1, 2017

NBA 2K18, which came out Sep. 15, the newest installment in the 2K Games’ basketball gaming franchise, does a phenomenal job adding new content and innovating in a field where many games feel like carbon...

Taylor Swift returns to top of the music world

Taylor Swift returns to top of the music world

By Brandon Li, Online News Editor October 1, 2017

After taking an entire year off from all music-related activities, pop artist Taylor Swift is trying to make her way back to the top of the leaderboards. Swift confirmed her next album “Reputation”...

New Cookie Dough stand at Montgomery Mall gains popularity among CHS students

New Cookie Dough stand at Montgomery Mall gains popularity among CHS students

By Riley Hurr, Circulation Manager and Social Media Editor September 30, 2017

This Aug., Montgomery Mall introduced their latest dessert store, Cookie Dough & Co. The popular edible cookie dough trend arrived all the way from New York City right down to the heart of the very...

TV Shows Veering Towards Harsh, Controversial Topics

TV Shows Veering Towards Harsh, Controversial Topics

By Laura Sneller, Opinions Editor June 14, 2017

The newest trend in popular TV shows today can be summed up by one word: exposure. The most talked-about TV programs are those that expose the ugly truth of what we value in society; whether it be sexism,...

The Hirshhorn museum’s unique newest exhibit celebrate the art of Yayoi Kusama. The museum included many different rooms for visitors to experience, along with individual art pieces on display.

Hirshhorn Draws Crowds, Media Attention

By Nora Holland, Arts Editor June 14, 2017

CHS students on social media may have recently come across posts of mirrored rooms decorated with odd yet beautiful art including red and white blobs, twinkling lights and even glowing polka dot pumpkins....

The show “Dear White People” was based off of a 2014 movie by the same name, the cast of which is pictured above.

Netflix’s “Dear White People” Displays Important Messages

By Megan Park, Photo Editor June 14, 2017

Fierce and admirable are only a few words used to describe the new Netflix series “Dear White People.” With the show gaining much media attention and receiving outstanding reviews, it is well worth...

Student Art Spotlight: Ethan Shrier

Student Art Spotlight: Ethan Shrier

By Drew Ingall, Arts Editor June 14, 2017

What do Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, Miles Davis and Barry Manilow all have in common? Not only are they legendary musicians, but they all went to the Juilliard School. And now, senior Ethan Shrier will join...

Wonder Woman Is a Sight to See

Wonder Woman Is a Sight to See

By Manu Sundaresan, Circulation Manager June 13, 2017

When “Batman V. Superman: Dawn of Justice” came out, many fans were excited by the appearance of Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot). Throughout the movie, she aids Batman (Ben Affleck) and Superman (Henry Cavill)...

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