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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

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...

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,...

It is acceptable for high school students to put themselves before others.

CHS Students Need to Put Selves First When it Comes to College

By Jenna Greenzaid, Features Editor September 29, 2017

College is a constant thought on CHS students’ minds, and it’s especially intense for juniors and seniors. Students focus so much on themselves and their future during their high school years that...

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)...

Marvel and DC: Super Together, Not Apart

By Harry Wang, Staff Writer June 13, 2017

Marvel and DC, two of the biggest comic book companies in the world, have a long-standing rivalry. Classic superheroes such as Marvel’s Spider-Man and DC’s Batman are constantly compared by comic book...

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