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

Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor

Jasper Bernstein is an Observations Editor for the Observer. Jasper is a member of the class of 2022. In his free time, Jasper enjoys spending time with his friends, watching football and quarantining from COVID-19. This is his third year on staff, and he is very excited to spice up the section for WCHS.

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Cabin John Village is home to a few relatively expensive fast casual restaurants.

Cheap restaurant options are needed for WCHS students

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
May 8, 2022
The WCHS parking lot on a school day. Previously, 90 students had permanent spots in the lot, but now those spots are first-come, first-serve.

May the odds be ever in your favor for school parking

By Jeremy Fredricks and Jasper Bernstein
April 7, 2022
A poster encouraging students to vote for the 2021 SMOB. Voter turnout in past elections has been very concerning, sparking concerns about how much the SMOB truly represents MCPS.

SMOB falls short for students

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
March 17, 2022
A graph of COVID vaccines in Montgomery County, as of January 31st. The fight for mandates has been intense - and already high vaccine numbers have been a tool of the anti-mandate movement.

Proposed vaccine mandates spark controversy

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
February 15, 2022
The album cover for Dawn FM. The album deals with themes of post-death acceptance, and the aged photo of Abel Tesfay symbolizes that.

“Dawn FM” sets itself up as part of a legendary trilogy

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
February 11, 2022
A TV screen displays a "wear a mask" graphic in the hallway. WCHS already implements many health measures, but may create more if increased transmission occurs from the Omicron variant.

Unknown effects of Omicron variant spreads uncertainty

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
January 11, 2022
MCPS teachers join a Red of Ed protest during the MCPS Board of Education meeting on Oct. 26. Many issues including wages and working conditions are at the center of attention.

Teachers call out Board of Ed. for school system changes

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
December 1, 2021
Students line up in the hallway, waiting to get out of the school. The end of school is one of the most risky times for students, as every student in the building lines up to go out the same few exits.

WCHS hallways are not COVID-19 safe

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
October 29, 2021
The COVID-19 Mass Vaccination Site at Greenbelt Metro Station in Md. Since April 6, all students 16 and older have been eligible to receive the vaccine.

Can MCPS mandate students to have the COVID-19 vaccine?

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
May 3, 2021
MCPS associate superintendent Essie McGuire speaks at a board meeting on March 9th. Board members will meet on March 23rd to finalize the new schedule.

MCPS proposes alternative to 2021-2022 school calendar

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
March 16, 2021
Students athletes at WCHS return to practice. By looking to professional leagues, school officials can find inspiration on how to safely reopen sports.

Professional sports leagues COVID-19 precautions can be used to make MCPS sports season run safely

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
March 15, 2021
As the first big-ticket movie released during the pandemic, "Wonder Woman 1984" had a great chance to reinvigorate the DC brand.

DC Comics takes another step backward with “Wonder Woman 1984″

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
February 7, 2021
Lynne Harris poses for a picture. The board of education member ran a successful student-centered campaign.

New Board of Education member stands out with progressive policies

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
January 4, 2021
Joe Biden gets inaugurated in 2008. This is the second time that Joe Biden will be sworn into power.

Presidential inauguration must be safe and unifying

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
December 14, 2020
A WCHS student uses the Dunkin' Donuts app to order food pickup. The Dunkin' Donuts app allows students to order food safely during the pandemic.

Restaurant apps turn into a lifesaver during the pandemic

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
November 12, 2020
A graph showing that 67.5% of students consider themselves inside a bubble. "Social bubbles" are easy ways to interact with a short list of friends during the pandemic.

Students explore creative ways to socialize in the midst COVID-19

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor
October 22, 2020
"Please Excuse Me for Being Antisocial" is Roddy Ricch's new hit album, shaking the charts with its innovative combination of many styles and themes. The album was released on December 6, 2019 and has gotten millions of listens since release.

“Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial” paves a path to fame for Roddy Ricch

By Jasper Bernstein, Assistant Observation Editor
March 11, 2020
Ms. Heckert tweets three photos of the WCHS play: "Legally Blonde." Heckert uses Twitter as a way to share photos of achievements.

Increased social media use will better communication

By Jasper Bernstein, Assistant Observations Editor
December 17, 2019
Junior Katherine Yi enjoys her winter break in Ontario, Canada. The new schedule changes allow for longer break times compared to previous years.

MCPS students to vote on next year’s calendar

By Jasper Bernstein, Assistant Observations Editor
November 13, 2019
The teaching of self-defense has been subject to much controversy by WCHS students. Self-defense, as useful and important as it is, is not frequently taught in high school P. E. classes.

WCHS should offer self-defense classes for protection

By Jasper Bernstein, Assistant Observations Editor
October 21, 2019
MCPS students have enjoyed the luxury of not having final exams, but that may actually be hurting them in the long run.

MCPS students harmed by lack of final exams

By Jasper Bernstein, Assistant Observations Editor
May 8, 2019
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