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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

Dress codes tend to disproportionately impact girls more than boys.

Sexist Dress Codes Sometimes Fall Too Short

By Jenna Greenzaid, Features Editor June 13, 2017

Throughout the history of mankind, there have always been rules—both written and unwritten—governing the way women dress, behave and think. Dress codes are just one of the many rules that unjustly...

Students should pick the college that is right for them.

Cease College Competition; Pick Right Fit

By Maya Rosenberg, Print Editor-in-Chief June 13, 2017

May 1st is a date that is burned into many CHS students’ minds; it’s the college-commitment deadline for students, with the long-standing tradition of wearing apparel representing their chosen colleges...

Activities: Quality Over Quantity

Activities: Quality Over Quantity

By Observer Opinion June 13, 2017

Captain of a varsity sports team, a position on the student government, president of several clubs, skilled artist, member of numerous honor societies, over 200 hours of volunteer work, a multi-AP class...

Dark lights illuminate Chance the Rapper who recently performed at Jiffy Lube Live.

Chance Concert Proves to be Unforgettable

By Drew Ingall, Arts Editor June 12, 2017

  In one of hip hop artist Chance the Rapper’s most popular songs, he raps “You don’t want No Problem, want No Problem with me.” This was evident in his concert performance in Bristow,...

High-profile instances of misleading news and an overwhelming number of internet news sources, credible or not, have created a climate of distrust.

‘Fake News’ Talk Forces Media Consumers to Wise Up

By Laura Sneller, Print Opinions Editor June 6, 2017

“Fake news.” On Jan 11, 2017, President Donald Trump uttered this phrase, and a phenomenon was born. The public has become increasingly familiar with this phrase as the country treads in the unknown...

Photo Courtesy of: Aidan Liquorie

Athlete of the Month: March 2017

By Will Hyland, Sports Editor June 6, 2017

Nine years ago, junior Jack Taylor laced his skates for the very first time. Today, he is an assistant captain of CHS varsity I hockey, a three time state champion and among the leaders in points in the...

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...

CHS Faces Increased Instances of Anti-Semitism

CHS Faces Increased Instances of Anti-Semitism

By Rebecca Jackson, News Editor June 6, 2017

Principal Joan Benz announced to the school  March 9 that a student wrote the “n-word” and “Heil Hitler” on a classroom desk, resulting in student outrage and disappointment. As has been the case...

Rape Incident at Rockville Spurs Controversy

Rape Incident at Rockville Spurs Controversy

By Sara Heimlich and Rebecca Jackson June 6, 2017

Two male illegal immigrant students, one 17 years old and one 18 years old, were accused of raping a 14-year-old student on Mar. 16 in a Rockville High School bathroom, prompting parental outrage and questions...

LGBTQ Month Raises Awareness

LGBTQ Month Raises Awareness

By Megan Park, Photo Editor June 6, 2017

With June fast approaching, there will be many holidays to celebrate. Though it may not be commonly known, June happens to be gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) Book month as well as LGBT awareness...

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