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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

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...

P!nk displays dynamic abilities with Beautiful Trama

P!nk displays dynamic abilities with Beautiful Trama

By Drew Ingall, Arts Editor October 31, 2017

“Beautiful Trauma” is a different shade of P!nk. Five years after her last album “The Truth About Love,” P!nk is back with a brand new album titled “Beautiful Trauma.” While she has...

Chipotle Queso receives mixed reactions

Chipotle Queso receives mixed reactions

By Max Kandel, Observations Editor October 30, 2017

On Sept. 12, Chipotle released their new queso dip nationwide after testing it in their special New York restaurant for several weeks. Chipotle advertised their queso as all real ingredients and with...

Styles covers detailed songs and politics in concert

Styles covers detailed songs and politics in concert

By Dani Miller, Opinions Editor October 30, 2017

“Pink is the only true Rock and Roll color.” This phrase, coined by Paul Simon of Simon and Garfunkel, and reiterated by Harry Styles in his April Rolling Stone cover story, rung true Sunday, October...

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...

Big Mouth tackles taboo topics comically

Big Mouth tackles taboo topics comically

By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer October 29, 2017

  Take health class, a course that tackles many of the awkward need-to-knows of puberty and teenage life, add a ton of dirty humor, stick it into an animated show and get the final result known...

CHS social studies department slays school spirit

CHS social studies department slays school spirit

By Sara Heimlich, Editor-In-Chief October 25, 2017

When it comes to the Churchill spirit, there’s no department that does “Bulldog Pride” better than the social studies department. Throughout the years, the social studies department has developed...

Frequent Wifi disconnection affects instruction

By Jenna Greenzaid, Features Editor October 25, 2017

Classrooms, Chromebooks, connection: one of them is the odd one out. In many afternoon classes, the internet connection has been fluctuating and computers’ connections have been disconnecting during...

Homecoming hype boosts CHS spirit

Homecoming hype boosts CHS spirit

By Riley Hurr, Social Media Editor October 25, 2017

Homecoming is such a memorable time filled with friends, dancing and of course pictures. From spirit days to the Homecoming football game, it’s a great way to show some school spirit and create unforgettable...

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