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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

Number of CHS Ivy League applicants doubles

By Rebecca Jackson, News Editor February 8, 2018

During one fateful day in March dubbed “Ivy Day,” CHS seniors anxiously chattered in the hallways about who got accepted to which colleges. On that day, eight of the most selective schools in the country...

Speed, accuracy and nerves of steel are all qualities CHS students must demonstrate when competing.

Math win could add up to big bucks toward college tuition

By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer January 2, 2018

A full ride to college is something most people only dream of. However, several CHS students have a shot at winning full tuition to the University of Maryland (UMD).   UMD held its 39th annual...

Sources of Strength will be replaced by the new mental health club, Thrive.

New mental health club brings positive message

By Bradley Furgerson and Eli Gordon January 2, 2018

The CHS counseling department has developed a new stress management and mental health club called Thrive in order to help students identify healthy stress-relieving activities and maintain good mental...

Students head through the hallways to make it to class before the bell rings. Administration is starting to crack down on tardiness.

CHS administration rings tardy bell on late students

By Bryan Fletcher and Vicky Gunawan, Arts and Photo Editors November 21, 2017

The 7:45 bell, an indication that students should not only be in class, but also be seated, seems to uneffective as students are still wandering the hallways in the morning.   Recently, administrators...

SGA establishes Turkey Trot, Fall Festival event

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor November 21, 2017

CHS’ student government association (SGA) will host the first ever Turkey Trot walk and carnival Nov. 28 to promote school and community spirit.   The Turkey Trot event will consist of a five...

The Minority Scholars Program, MSP for short, is new to CHS. It plans to close the achievement gap by implementing new activities.

Minority Scholars Program aims to close the achievement gap

By Drew Ingall, Arts Editor November 1, 2017

The Minority Scholars Program (MSP) is in its first full year of implementation at CHS.   They plan to implement new activities aimed at closing the achievement gap at CHS and having a diverse...

Virtual tours give students the opportunity to experience a college first-hand, all from their bedroom.

Virtual college tours allow students to visit from home

By Rebecca Jackson, News Editor November 1, 2017

When our parents were teenagers, if they could not take off work, or could not afford it, they would not be able to visit a college where they planned to apply. But in our technological age, it is now...

New Chromebook program allows teachers to monitor student computer activities

New Chromebook program allows teachers to monitor student computer activities

By Ben Dross and Jenna Greenzaid November 1, 2017

This year, many CHS Chromebooks are operating with a software known as GoGuardian.   GoGuardian is a new computer software that is being rolled out school-wide, giving teachers enhanced abilities...

Principal Joan Benz and assistant principal Doreen Brandes paired up with educators from all over the nation in an enriching experience to learn about High School in Israel opportunities.

Principals travel overseas for High School in Israel experience

By Jake Herman and Max Kandel November 1, 2017

This summer, Principal Joan Benz and Assistant Principal Doreen Brandes traveled to Israel with a group of educators from across the country, where they learned about Alexander Muss High School in Israel...

Powderpuff, floats combine, brings crowd with it

Powderpuff, floats combine, brings crowd with it

By Anna Baranko, Online Features Editor November 1, 2017

The typical scene of powderpuff is empty stands, but this year it was different.   This year, in hopes of increasing attendance, powderpuff was held Oct.12 after the presentation of the homecoming...

After using Edline for years, MCPS recently switched to MyMCPS to electronically informed students and parents of their grades.

MCPS adopts new grade-viewing system

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor October 5, 2017

MCPS has created and implemented a new platform for reporting grades posting assignments:myMCPS Classroom. This will replace the use of Edline for the 2017-2018 school year. The new system is more cost...

Photo courtesy of Becky Wolfson.

Programming Classroom Changes Locations

By Becky Wolfson, Online Arts Editor September 29, 2017

This year, CHS’s computer science department is is seeing lots of change, specifically the relocation of all three of their classrooms within the school. Classes were previously held in rooms 248,...

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