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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

Students spread the holiday spirit through Secret Santa

Students spread the holiday spirit through Secret Santa

By Katie Gauch, Online Sports Editor December 18, 2013

You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout.  I’m telling you why.  Your Secret Santa is coming to town. Now that Thanksgiving has passed, red and silver decorations have begun...

California Tortilla Night

By Julia Heimlich, News Section Editor December 11, 2013

California Tortilla is holding a fundraiser to support the Churchill Observer Dec. 10.   The event will be held from five until eight p.m., and a percentage of the profits made from anyone who...

New Cell Phone Policy at CHS

New Cell Phone Policy at CHS

By Emily Birnbaum and Ana Faguy December 4, 2013

Junior Jackie Spang emerges from the bustle of the World Language hallway after sixth period, phone in hand. She surveys the area around her and, not detecting any nearby security guard, she proceeds to...

Crew

Crew

By Caitlin Doherty, Circulation Manager December 4, 2013

Since its start in 2010, CHS’ only river-bound sport has consistently improved, and this year the crew team participated in the Head of the Charles, the largest regatta in the world. "At the Head of...

CHS clubs forced to find new ways to fundraise

CHS clubs forced to find new ways to fundraise

By Jonathan Greenzaid, Business Manager December 3, 2013

A huge swarm of students rush toward the cheesy aroma drifting from the Bulldog Lobby craving an afterschool-snack as the final bell rings. However, this aroma is now but a memory as pizza is out and healthy...

Food Forum focuses on how to improve lunch menu

By Mitra Pishgahzadeh, Fact Checker December 3, 2013

Non-profit organizations Real Food For Kids: Montgomery (RFKM) and Montgomery Victory Gardens hosted a food forum Nov. 2 for elected officials, parents and students to discuss the quality of the MCPS cafeteria...

SGA canned food drive falls short of expectations

By Elizabeth Campbell, Editor-in-Chief December 3, 2013

The SGA-sponsored canned food drive for Manna Food Bank, which lasted from Oct. 14 to Nov. 1, resulted in fewer cans than expected but SGA leaders remain hopeful for future events. The advertisements...

NHS walks to raise mental health awareness

NHS walks to raise mental health awareness

By Birttany Goodman, News Editor December 3, 2013

Members of the National Honors Society (NHS) are striving to increase awareness for mental health during the 2013-14 academic school year. "Our main goal is to actually make a difference and to take action...

Know Your Rights

By Jamie Lescht and Jordan Janis November 4, 2013

Though many students have been lectured about why they shouldn’t drink alcohol or do drugs, what happens legally if they make a decision that contradicts these lessons? Many students aren’t aware...

The Quarter Exam Guide

The Quarter Exam Guide

By Dana Harris, Online Features Editor October 30, 2013

Well CHS, it is that time of the year again.  The leaves are turning a vibrant orange, and we are beginning to finalize our Halloween costume.  But what are those dreadful tests that mark then end of...

Football stays optimistic despite struggles

Football stays optimistic despite struggles

By Noah Salzberg, PR/Social Media Manager October 30, 2013

The varsity football team lost 6-3 to Gaithersburg Oct. 11, marking the first time in four weeks that the team has put points on the board. The Bulldogs have been outscored 181-3 in its previous five games. The...

Professional football is more entertaining

By Micahel Fox and Arjun Swaminathan October 30, 2013

The comparison between college football and professional football is like that of boys to men: college football is an unfinished product, while the NFL is the real deal. On a number of levels, football...

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