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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
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Tinbite visits classes throughout WCHS to talk about policies he hopes to inplement if elected as the next SMOB.

MCPS votes for new SMOB

By Sophie Liss, Senior Writer
May 17, 2019
Allie softball played a close game against Damascus High School March 27. Though they didn't secure a win, the team came together and had fun while doing so.

Allied softball teaches students importance of teamwork

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2019
Blast 30: Blast from the Past included memorable performances that allowed students of all grade levels to showcase their talents.

Blast 30 brings WCHS students to center stage

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2019
These breast cancer awareness packets provide students with important breast cancer information in a cute package.

WCHS Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Day

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
March 6, 2019
MCPS developed schoolwide training based on the nationally recognized "Avoid, Deny, Defend" model.

MCPS modifies assailant situation procedures

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2019
This is Dani and other members of Moco4Change at a protest of the NRA at the NRA headquarters. The new potential protest law will limit student activists’ ability to show their opinions

Potential protest reform laws could limit student activism

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
November 20, 2018
The Anti Defamation League has a very common motto, "No Place for Hate."

WCHS confronts multiple circumstances of hate

By Jenna Greenzaid and Sophie Liss
November 19, 2018

Q&A with Principal Brandice Heckert

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2018

New principal arrives at CHS

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
June 8, 2018
Members of the GIrl Up club held a movie night and presentation to promote and discuss female empowerment.

Girl Up clubs join forces and rise up

By Sophie Liss, Editor-in-Chief
May 13, 2018
Students turn to medication for a quick and easy fix

Students turn to medication for a quick and easy fix

By Jenna Greenzaid and Sophie Liss
March 7, 2018
The "Visiting Musicians" club plays music for the elderly at senior citizens homes. They have been invited back to play more frequently, given that the homes love the joy that the club brings to their residents.

“Visiting Musicians” volunteer for senior citizens

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor
February 7, 2018
Alumnus sweeps up Forbes title with Maidbot

Alumnus sweeps up Forbes title with Maidbot

By Sophie Liss and Maya Rosenberg
January 10, 2018
Junior Dylan Fan’s award winning photo, taken in NYC.

Student Art Spotlight: Dylan Fan

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor
January 9, 2018

SGA establishes Turkey Trot, Fall Festival event

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor
November 21, 2017
Photo Courtesy of: Darius Siahpoosh

Athlete of the Month: October 2017

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor
October 31, 2017
After using Edline for years, MCPS recently switched to MyMCPS to electronically informed students and parents of their grades.

MCPS adopts new grade-viewing system

By Sophie Liss, Sports Editor
October 5, 2017
Junior Jack Connolly wrestles an opponent to the ground. Connolly was named “outstanding wrestler” in a tournament againt Paint Branch.

Athlete of the Month

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
February 22, 2017
Senior Gwen Asbury sprints down the track during an indoor track meet.

CHS Indoor Track Runners Qualify for State Championship

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
February 13, 2017
Junior Aidan Liquorie was a manager on JV boys basketball his freshman year. He played on the JV team during his sophomore year and made the varsity team this year.

From JV Manager to Varsity Player: A Journey

By Sophie Liss and Jenna Greenzaid
January 10, 2017
Juniors Dylan Rotter, Lena Capoccia and Senior Oliver Whatley win states for their third consecutive year.

Golf Secures Third Consecutive State Championship

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
December 8, 2016
Chainsmokers' Collage Is a Sure Success

Chainsmokers’ Collage Is a Sure Success

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
November 15, 2016
CHS holds annual food drives in an effort to give back to the community.

CHS Sponsers Annual Canned Food Drive

By Sophie Liss, , and
November 9, 2016
Sopomore Sofia Hahn hits the ball during a tennis match. The girls tennis team placed second at counties and credits their success to hard work at practice and strong leadership from their captains.

Girls Tennis Serves the Way to Winning Season

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
November 2, 2016
The iPhone7, pictured in silver and rose gold.

iPhone 7: Worth $700?

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
October 4, 2016
The girls varsity volleyball team meets in a huddle during a match. So far, the team is off to to a 5-0 start. Senior captains Emma Jin, Molly Stark and Nina Gautam have hopes of leading the team to States.

Girls Volleyball Sets Up for Competitive Season

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
September 30, 2016
Senior Mark Dager serves the ball during a match. Dager and his doubles partner Austin Yang won their doubles bracket at counties.

Tennis Wins Singles and Doubles County Titles

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
May 31, 2016
The Allied softball team is announced at the pep rally April 15.

Allied Softball: CHS’s Newest Spring Sport Welcomes Members

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor
May 4, 2016
Freshman Charlie Butchko’s half- Schnauzer, half-poodle, Trixie, makes him smile after a long day.

Student’s Best Friend

By Sophie Liss, Staff Writer
March 22, 2016
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