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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Pet Sematary’s new remake brings a few new twists while being just as thrilling as the original.

Pet Sematary rises from the dead

By Mary Hinton, Staff Writer May 14, 2019

The 2019 version of “Pet Sematary” may be a remake, but it still manages to be fresh and original in its premise to draw in new viewers, as well as the old. “Pet Sematary,” originally a Stephen...

Diego Escalante wants to join the Navy and would go through training at Navy Academy in Annapolis, Md.

ASVAB test guides WCHS students towards their calling

By Jeremy Fredricks, Assistant Opinions Editor May 10, 2019

Many students immediately think of college as life after high school; however, what is often overlooked is the option of enrolling in the military. The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)...

The release of posthumous music is disrespectful

By David Malament, Promotions Manager April 11, 2019

With the recent deaths of XXXTentacion, Lil Peep, Avicii and Mac Miller, fans mourn the loss of some of their favorite artists. However, many are longing for all the unreleased music that never made it...

The 2019 Oscars took place Feb. 24 and had no host for the first time in 30 years. They were held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, California.

Oscars receive backlash from #MeToo supporters

By Kathy Hu, Advertising and subscriptions manager April 11, 2019

The #MeToo movement came into light in 2017 and has taken the world by storm ever since. With the 2018 Oscars, which included many accused men being nominated for awards, the #MeToo hashtag blew up on...

Will Roland stars as a highs chool student in "Be More Chill" on Broadway.

“Be More Chill” appeals to WCHS students

By Julia Lescht, Online Editor in Chief April 8, 2019

A Broadway musical review seems a far off discussion for a piece in a Potomac high school’s newspaper. A science fiction comedy makes for an even less likely candidate. However, the new musical “Be...

April TOTM: Gary Rogers

By Fatima Yazdi, Features Editor April 3, 2019

Ever wanted to meet a teacher who has extensive knowledge on current events, global warming, pollution, energy conservation or ecological footprints? Well look no further, as WCHS has the teacher for you. A...

Captain Marvel impresses

Captain Marvel impresses

By Brandon Li, Copy Editor April 3, 2019

A comic book hero turned into film? Check. Shooting laser beams from her wrists? Check. Nice battle scenes and great chemistry? Check. And Marvel’s first female-led superhero film? Check. The story...

Director Jordan Peele has created yet another successful, gripping movie.

Jordan Peele’s “Us” uses horror to critique American life

By Dani Miller, Production Designer April 3, 2019

Rabbits, Sewers and Scissors, oh my! On the heels of his widely successful (and brilliant) 2017 directorial debut, Get Out, director Jordan Peele’s sophomore project, Us, tells the story of a modern...

The Oct. 2018 documentary had a screening at Walter Johnson High School Jan. 15. The film highlights the effects of social media and how to monitor your technology use.

Documentary highlights the dangers of social media

By Eliza Asbury, Online Editor-in-Chief February 8, 2019

Social media is here to stay and that is a fact. How we use it, however, is constantly changing. The IndieFlix Original documentary “LIKE,” released Oct. 2018, highlights the modern effects of social...

Athlete of the Month: February 2019

Athlete of the Month: February 2019

By Max Kandel, News Editor February 8, 2019

With an solid record and consistently improving players, this year's varsity boys basketball team is starting to make some noise. This is due in part to senior John Mbeng. Finishing up his final season...

Q&A with Deborah Schaumberg, Author of “The Tombs”

By Jenna Greenzaid, Editor-in-Chief December 20, 2018

At WCHS, the media center periodically hosts authors to talk to students about their novels as well as the writing process. Deborah Schaumberg, author of ‘The Tombs’ and mother of WCHS alumnae, spoke...

Anonymous apps like After School, brighten and Yik Yak are all intended to be forms of social media where users can share positive messages freely, though that isn't always the case.

Anonymous apps elicit more harm than good

By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor December 14, 2018

‘Hey, a friend added you on After Hours! Join the fun!’ a text message reads, indicating yet another anonymous app has been created. Marketing itself towards high schoolers, anonymous social media...

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