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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

WCHS' newest chamber choir group "Camerata" rehearses for their upcoming debut at the Winter Choral Concert.

Pitch Perfect: Meet WCHS’ newest a capella group

By Catherine Chan, Online Content Editor October 4, 2024

11 vocalists. One voice. WCHS’ new vocal group Camerata embodies this concept. The term “Camerata” comes from the Italian root word “camera,” meaning “chamber.” As its root word suggests,...

One of the books in the English nine curriculum is William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet", which features predominantly Christian characters.

Romeo, Romeo. Wherefore art thou religious diversity?

By Miriam Cutler, Staff Writer June 6, 2024

There is a saying: “books act as windows, mirrors and sliding glass doors.” At WCHS, the English curriculum includes books reflective of many different backgrounds, but it lacks one crucial form of...

Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks has been the face of efforts to reduce youth crime in her County since 2018. Following late April's teenage brawl at National Harbor, Alsobrooks has spoken out against the melee.

Fight for your right to party? Not in PG County

By Maximus Wang, Opinions Editor June 6, 2024

Eight year old children beating each other, stealing from local businesses and smoking marijuana seems like a scene out of a dystopian sci-fi novel. However, that became reality last month when about 800...

Billie Eilish’s third album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” was released on May 17th, 2024. The album features 10 new amazing songs Eilish and her brother Finneas wrote and produced together that both fans and critics are praising.

Billie Eilish’s new album amazes fans like no other

By Bella Donato, Internal Communications Manager May 30, 2024

Starting with her breakout single “ocean eyes” first released in 2015 when she was only 13 years old, Billie Eilish was proven to be a musical prodigy who pushes boundaries and redefines what it means...

WCHS junior Thao Nguyen recycles an old work sheet in order to help save the Earth. All WCHS students should make sure to do this.

Students reduce, reuse and recycle this Earth Day

By Rebecca Dean, Assistant Arts Editor May 13, 2024

With each passing year, Earth Day becomes more relevant. Since its first official celebration in 1970, the climate crisis has only grown more serious and everyone has felt the tangible effects of global...

WCHS junior Krishna Gupta focuses on finding research about certain global issues so that he can better understand the topic. It is important for him to know as much information as he can, which will guarantee him success at NAIMUN.

WCHS Model UN crafts diplomatic triumphs

By Kanav Kachoria, Staff Writer March 1, 2024

Their hearts race and their voices shake, as their anxiety slowly creeps up. Public speaking is a skill that is imperative in today’s world, yet the average high school student despises these situations....

On Feb. 2, 2024, superintendant Monifa McKnight resigned from her position after serving MCPS for two years.

Superintendent Mckinght steps down amid turmoil

By Clara Young, Copy Editor March 1, 2024

On Feb. 2, 2024, MCPS’ superintendent of two years, Monifa McKnight, stepped down from her position following an agreement between her and the Montgomery County Board of Education. The resignation followed...

Many WCHS seniors spend their classtime working on their college applications rather than taking notes and paying attention.

Teachers can ease college application stress for seniors

By Sneha David, Online Managing Editor November 17, 2023

As high school seniors embark on their final year, the journey to college approaches. It is a time filled with hope, excitement and, often, a crushing amount of stress. Moreover, the stressors seniors...

This seemingly harmless speaker plays music that is universally disliked among the WCHS community.

Observer Opinion: revamp the hallway music

By Nate Levine, Social Media Manager November 17, 2023

Have you ever found yourself wanting to listen to the same song four times a day, five days a week? Maybe if it’s your favorite song, right? Well, at WCHS, you can listen to a song you don’t want to...

WCHS senior Ayla Akhavan working on college applications, as she has to finish these applications and her school work by November 1st.

Double deadlines cause two times the amount of stress

November 12, 2023

Ever-darkening under-eye circles, brain fog and stress levels rising to an all-time high. Computer keys seem to clack every waking hour, becoming habitual. With the end of the quarter falling on November...

Helicopter footage captured a never before seen image of the roof of WCHS. The pool on the third floor was always rumored to be there, but now its presence is confirmed.

Feeling too kool for skhool? There’s a pool

By Michael Demske, Pays To Be On The Front Page May 15, 2023

Yes, the rumors are true, the pool on the third floor exists. Over the years, the WCHS pool has secretly become a prime destination for faculty recreational activities. There is no wonder why every teacher...

The WCHS swim and dive team celebrates after their first meeting against Blair. The team would eventually go on to dominate the competition.

Swim and dive makes a splash in local competitions

May 15, 2023

From the very first meet of the season, the WCHS swim and dive team showcased their dominance in the pool, setting the tone for what would be a record-breaking year. With each competition, the team proved...

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