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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
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Although they were originally designed to help addicts quit smoking tobacco, e-cigarettes have found a new and dangerous use among youth.

[Photo] Administration works to fight against vaping epidemic

By Miranda Chung and Ohio Meshanko
October 18, 2019
Students take SAT tests every year to send scores to colleges in hopes of gaining admission.

[Photo] SAT adversity score is for the better

By Anna Kronthal, Opinions Editor
June 5, 2019
Remakes of classics are taking over movie theaters everywhere.

[Photo] Remakes cannot replace the classics

By Fatima Yazdi, Features Editor
December 20, 2018
Festival goers expecting to have the time of their lives, were instead met with a scene of disaster.

[Photo] Fyre Festival proves duality of internet

April 4, 2019
Politicians make the decisions that affect our day to day lives and help to create the laws that run our country.

[Photo] Politicians should be held accountable for previous actions

By Nora Holland, Opinions Editor
April 4, 2019
Being proficient in different languages allows people to have a multicultural perspective on issues and to be able to communicate with others living around the world.

[Photo] Foreign language class should be mandatory for all years

By Miranda Chung, Copy Editor
May 14, 2019
In order to promote a “low-waste lifestyle” instead of a “zero-waste lifestyle,” students should be encouraged to carry reusable water bottles instead of plastic ones when at all possible.

[Photo] Zero waste lifestyles are unrealistic

By Caitlyn Jennings, Staff Writer
June 4, 2019
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.

[Photo] Oscars receive backlash from #MeToo supporters

By Kathy Hu, Advertising and subscriptions manager
April 11, 2019
With the potential of a longer spring break, WCHS students can go to exotic resorts, like this one.

[Photo] MCPS considers extending spring break

By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor
November 21, 2018
A MCPS school bus, used to drive elementary, middle and high school students, does not include seat belts, which is a possible safety hazard.

[Photo] MCPS school buses need to install seat belts

By Miranda Chung, Assistant Opinions Editor
December 21, 2018
President Barack Obama and his cabinet staff participate in a moment of silence after the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting 2012.

[Photo] Moments of silence allow communities to heal

By Benjamin Pham, Advertising & Subscriptions Manager
December 21, 2018
Michael B. Jordan, who plays Adonis Creed poses with fellow actors Tessa Thompson and Sylvester Stallone.

[Photo] “Creed II” fights its way to the top as successor to “Creed”

By Brandon Li, Copy Editor
December 21, 2018
The infamous “gilet jaune” with the French word for revolution taped on the back disrupts a popular

[Photo] French protests should not intervene with tourist destinations

By Laura Sneller, Arts Editor
December 20, 2018
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.

[Photo] Anonymous apps elicit more harm than good

By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor
December 14, 2018
A student is listening to music, which could be distracting them from their learning.

[Photo] WCHS students do not hear concerns about earbud usage

By Kathy Hu, Advertising/Subscriptions Manager
December 7, 2018
"Fast fashion" stores are places that have quick turnaround time from runways to stores, leading to more affordable prices at the high cost of increased environmental harm.

[Photo] Fast Fashion Leads to Environment Concerns

By Nora Holland, Opinions Editor
November 26, 2018
The MCPS Mental Health Fair was held on October 27th.

[Photo] MCPS Mental Health Fair educates students

By Eliza Asbury, Online Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2018
Sexual education should be an important part of every high school curriculum. The need to teach students about consent is evident with recent movements such as #metoo and the Kavanaugh investigation.

[Photo] Consent needs to be taught in classrooms

By Caitlyn Jennings, Assistant Observations Editor
October 24, 2018
Lady Gaga is one of the two leads in A Star Is Born.

[Photo] A Star is Born is a star in the theaters

By Bryan Fletcher, Production Manager
October 24, 2018
"To all the Boys I'ved Loved Before," released Aug. 17, and "Sierra Burgess is a Loser," released Aug, 20, are both romantic comedy originals that take place in a high school setting.

[Photo] Netflix romances the idea of originals directed at teens

By Jenna Greenzaid, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2018
Students in high schools across the country are graded on their participation in classes.

[Photo] Students should not be graded based on their participation

By Anna Kronthal, Assistant Opinions Editor
October 19, 2018
A student eats a meal provided to him during the summer time.

[Photo] MCPS distributes free summer meals

By Vicky Gunawan, Observations Editor
October 18, 2018
Maryland’s “Move Over” law now requires drivers to move over for waste and recycling trucks, as well as service and utility vehicles. The previous law only required drivers to move over for emergency vehicles, such as ambulances and police cruisers, but the expanded law now includes work trucks as well.

[Photo] New MD law helps to protect service vehicles

By Brandon Li, Copy Editor
October 11, 2018
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[Photo] Md. education resource disparity causes teachers to strike

By Jenna Greenzaid, Editor-in-Chief
June 13, 2018
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[Photo] Self-care tutorials teach students valuable tips

By Laura Sneller, Arts Editor
June 13, 2018
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[Photo] Broccoli City Festival gives fans a serving of awesome

By Gaurav Gandhi, Senior Writer
June 13, 2018
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[Photo] Yoga relaxes CHS students

By Megan Park, Staff Writer
June 8, 2018
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[Photo] Lesser-known holidays overshadowed by AP Exams

By Caitlyn Jennings, Assistant Observations Editor
May 15, 2018
"Before My Eyes" is explores the motives of a gunman pulls out a weapon at a Labor Day campaign rally for New York state senator.

[Photo] “Before My Eyes” is a must-read for CHS students

By Miranda Chung, Assistant Opinions Editor
May 15, 2018
Rich the Kid is an up and coming rapper who has recently released a new album, "The World is Yours."

[Photo] Rich the Kid releases promising new album “The World is Yours”

By David Malament, Promotions Manager
May 10, 2018
The Weeknd recently released a new album named "My Dear Melancholy."

[Photo] Weeknd’s new album “My Dear Melancholy” deserves a listen

By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor
May 9, 2018
XXL magazine Freshman List highlights the top ten newest rappers awarding them the title “XXL Freshman.”

[Photo] Large and in-charge: new rap artists break out on the scene

By Jackson Resnick, Features Editor
May 9, 2018
“A Quiet Place” is a new horror movie and the entire film is completely silent. It raises awareness about ableism, and challenges stereotypes.

[Photo] “A Quiet Place” impresses without saying a word

By Rebecca Jackson, Senior Writer
May 9, 2018
This May and June, the Mid-Atlantic Region will be home to a host of concerts and festivals, including shows with SZA and Khalid and the Firefly Music Festival.

[Photo] Summer concerts bring heat to D.C. area

By Drew Ingall, Senior Writer
May 9, 2018
Some consider the death penalty just for horrific crimes.

[Photo] Keep Death Penalty Alive

By Anna Kronthal, Staff Writer
April 12, 2018
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[Photo] People lose too much sleep over worrying about sleep

By Megan Park, Photo Editor
March 20, 2018
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[Photo] Net neutrality is necessary for CHS students

By Laura Sneller, Opinions Editor
January 10, 2018
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[Photo] CHS students: stop silence, speak out on sexual assault

By Bryan Fletcher, Art Director
January 10, 2018
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[Photo] New Star Wars movie promotes inclusion

By Laura Sneller, Opinions Editor
December 20, 2017
The #me too has spread across the internet creating a sense of trust and community among victims of sexual assault.

[Photo] “Me too” trend creates necessary virtual community for victims

By Laura Sneller, Opinions Editor
November 7, 2017
The way CHS elects and chooses its Homecoming Court excludes students who identify as non-binary.

[Photo] CHS should update the way homecoming court is decided

By Nora Holland, Arts Editor
October 31, 2017
Barbie is a renowned symbol of beauty that little girls look up to from a young age.

[Photo] Teach girls to value brains, not just beauty

By Jenna Greenzaid, Features Editor
October 5, 2017
It is acceptable for high school students to put themselves before others.

[Photo] CHS Students Need to Put Selves First When it Comes to College

By Jenna Greenzaid, Features Editor
September 29, 2017
High-profile instances of misleading news and an overwhelming number of internet news sources, credible or not, have created a climate of distrust.

[Photo] ‘Fake News’ Talk Forces Media Consumers to Wise Up

By Laura Sneller, Print Opinions Editor
June 6, 2017
The hero of Mockingjay: Part One is Katniss Everdeen, a traumatized young woman struggling to lead a rebellion.

[Photo] ‘Mockingjay: Part One’ delivers a powerful punch

By Emily Wang, Circulation Manager
November 25, 2014
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