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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

Above is the projected model for Main Street's apartment complex, which is set to open in 2020. It is supposed to provide housing to disabled adults in the Rockville community.

Residents protest plans for disabled housing

By Rebecca Jackson, News Editor November 1, 2017

Main Street, a new non-profit organization is currently constructing a new building in Rockville to serve a center of living for adults with disabilities. Projected to open in 2020, the apartment complex...

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...

Policemen on horses lead the Parade, holding the colors of Maryland and the U.S.

Potomac Day delivers yet again

By Riley Hurr, Circulation Manager October 30, 2017

There’s one day out out of the entire year where the streets of Potomac are closed off and the whole community comes together to celebrate: Potomac Day.   The 35th annual Potomac Day was...

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,...

Photo courtesy of Megan Park

MCPS Proposes Elimination of Athletic Fees

By Vicky Gunawan, Photo Editor June 6, 2017

On Feb. 15 superintendent Jack Smith advised that students should not be charged for athletic fees. The Montgomery County Board of Education requires middle or high school students to pay an Extracurricular...

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Credit for AP Classes Could be Lessened

By Megan Park, Photo Editor June 6, 2017

Recently, colleges such as the University of Pennsylvania and Duke University have been starting to reconsider how much credit should be given for AP exams taken in high school.   AP tests...

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New Law Aims to Redefine Consent

By Jake Herman, News Editor June 6, 2017

A new bill mandating that MCPS schools teach affirmative consent as a part of family life units in health classes was introduced in the Maryland state legislature Jan. 25.   The bill, known...

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