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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

Clowns have sprung fear into the community, but violence against them is not the answer.

Clown Lives Matter

By Eliza Asbury, Business Manager October 12, 2016

Clown lives matter. A year ago spotting a clown on the street would not result in someone screaming and sprinting away, but today, it does. Over the past few weeks, clowns have been spotted across...

CHS sophomores dress up as cowgirls and Wheres Waldo on Halloween.

What’s Scarier, Halloween Night or Mondays?

By Megan Park, Business Manager October 5, 2016

This year on Oct. 31, Halloween will land on a Monday. Dun Dun Duuuuun. Many CHS students are upset because it prevents them from trick-or-treating or staying up late and eating as much candy as possible....

Visitors come from all over the country to see the Washington Monument.

Fall in Love with these Perfect Autumn Spots

By Brandon Li, Circulation Manager October 5, 2016

As the fall season kicks in, it's time go out and explore! With all of the stress that homework and tests bring, there’s a need for relaxation. Visit one of these five places for a break! Rock...

The iPhone7, pictured in silver and rose gold.

iPhone 7: Worth $700?

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor October 4, 2016

After the recent unveiling of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 plus on Sept. 7, many CHS students are purchasing the new apple products. As with any new piece of technology, students have differing opinions...

School Spirit: Renewed for Another Season?

School Spirit: Renewed for Another Season?

By Sara Heimlich, Features Editor October 4, 2016

The 2016-17 school year: finally the year of renewed school spirit at CHS? In the first quarter of the first home football game, the student section was filled with painted faces and the crowd was spotted...

Nikobakht and her partner Victoria Haass presenting for their molecular genetics poster symposium.

Senior Proves DNA Protocol Incorrect at NIH

By Megan Park, Business Manager October 4, 2016

Recently, senior Laudan Nikoobakht proved that data from a theory dealing with DNA and their binding affinities with topoisomerase IV, was incorrect. According to a 2014 Nucleic Acids Research...

There are positive and negatives when it comes to Early Graduation. Pictured: Justin Greenzaid, 6th grader at Cabin John MS.

Early Grad: Best Three Years of Your Life?

By Jenna Greenzaid, Circulation Manager October 4, 2016

Everyone sees high school as a four year adventure where you take risks, try new things and seize new opportunities while gaining lasting memories, but for some, that journey may end early. Graduating...

Fake Instagram Trend Encourages Authenticy Online

By Eliza Asbury, Business Manager October 4, 2016

Known as “finsta” for short, finstagrams are the latest form of social media for kids to add to their already long list of social media accounts. A finstagram is an additional Instagram account...

CHS Almus' Advice For Tackling College Apps

CHS Almus’ Advice For Tackling College Apps

By Sai Sreenivasan, Observations Editor September 30, 2016

As the stressful season of college application begins, here is some advice from CHS alumni on how to make the process easier. Do: Start Early The Common App has a plethora of information to fill out...

An astronomer looks at the night sky through a telescope.

Is it Time to Start Counting Nine Planets Again?

By Jenna Greenzaid, Circulation Manager September 29, 2016

We look at the night sky and see too many stars to count; what we do not know is that there are a multitude of other stars and planets out there beyond our point of visibility. According to an Aug....

An in-game screencap from Pokémon Go.

Pokémon Go 101

By Ethan S Miller, Fact-Checker September 23, 2016

For many CHS students, Pokémon is more than just a game, it's a way of life. Hopefully these tips and tricks help you to master Pokémon Go. 1. Stock up on poke balls Make sure you keep your pokeball...

A poster for Becca's Closet.

Becca’s Closet PROMises A Memorable Night

By Julia Lescht, Public Relations Editor May 27, 2016

It’s finally the end of the year—the seniors are nearly gone by the way of senioritis and are gearing up to leave CHS for good, all symbolized by the ultimate high school cliché of all high school...

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