The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
Catherine Chan

Catherine Chan, Online Content Editor

Catherine Chan is a senior at WCHS and the Online Content Manager for the 2024-2025 school year. This is her third year taking journalism and she is excited to continue her passion for writing alongside the new staff members. Outside of school, she is a competitive swimmer and lyrical dancer.

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EcoMoco and Clean Waters Club recently organized a park cleanup at Cabin John Regional Park with Montgomery Parks. Park Cleanups is an example of an environmental community service activity that can be documented to contribute to the MAEOE Green School certification application.

WCHS club is branching out with new initiative

By Catherine Chan, Online Content Editor
October 29, 2024
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
WCHS senior Calder Scott smiles proudly while holding his award for the Regionals SkillsUSA Cybersecurity Championships.

Future (legal) hacker computes cyber-skills into a win

By Catherine Chan, Online Content Editor
June 3, 2024
On April 5, 2024, JoJo Siwa released the song Karma, which is her first song that shows her in a more adult light. The song has become viral and highly controversial since it represents a major shift in her audience.

Is it time to say “No, no” to JoJo? Nope.

By Catherine Chan, Online Content Editor
May 1, 2024
WCHS junior Thao Nguyen got a little too excited in Transfiguration class, as she overcasted a spell that turned her friend into an elf.

Muggles beware! WCHS adopts new Hogwarts curriculum

By Catherine Chan and Rebecca Dean
April 4, 2024
WCHS junior Aydan Lee (on the left) makes his opponent fall short from lunging. Lunging is one of the most commonly used form of attack in fencing. Only skilled fencers will know how to properly be defensive and make their opponent fall short.

Athlete of the month: Aydan Lee

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
March 1, 2024
Do not be fooled by their soft pastel hues. These cups are made of steel on the inside, and they can endure many more challenges than a typical water bottle.

Why the Stanley tumblers are worth tumbling over for

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
February 1, 2024
Children in the Philippines are all smiles and full of laughter when receiving their shoebox from Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child Initiative. This initiative is one example of many that aims to spread the holiday joy to less fortunate children.

‘Tis the season of giving: cozy causes worth melting for

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
December 18, 2023
The WCHS "Mama Mia" cast is all smiles when rehearsing their last number, "Mama Mia," before they take their final bows.

Behind the scenes of WCHS’ fall musical: “Mama Mia!”

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
November 13, 2023
Starting on November 17,2023, Brookside Gardens annual "Garden of Lights" will be available for public showing where individuals can enjoy an evening stroll surrounded by illuminating lights of all sorts. This is one example out of many activities and events that will be held during the month of November to help people get into the holiday spirit.

Montgomery County creates new November festivities to start off the holiday season

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
November 10, 2023
The Fire Science and Rescue Academy students are fully dressed in proper firefighting gear for a uniform check.

MCPS career programs ignite new passions

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
October 18, 2023
Registation for the MCPS Central High School Program (CHSSP) is now available. Students may now register to complete one full-credit course over the summer.

Soak up the sun and knowledge at MCPS summer school

By Catherine Chan, Assistant Online Editor
June 6, 2023
The popular Tri-Fecta dish includes a generous portion of waffles, eggs, and bacon. It is one of First Watch's most classic favorites that families like to delight in to start their day off right.

Celebrate Mother’s Day at local restaurants

By Catherine Chan, Staff Writer
May 16, 2023
WCHS Fem Lit club had a fundraiser for the Maryland Food Bank organization in support of providing underprivileged children with literacy resources. They raised a total of $500 from selling baked goods.

Shattering the glass ceiling in Women’s History Month

By Catherine Chan, Staff Writer
March 28, 2023
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