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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

The cast of WCHS's fall musical, "Legally Blonde", is working hard at their roles during an after school practice. This group of students are practicing for a scene in the show with jump ropes as props.

Court is now in session: “Legally Blonde” debuts at WCHS

By Ava Freeman, Features Editor December 3, 2019

Ever since Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) infamously taught the world how to do the “bend and snap,” the 2001 film “Legally Blonde” has become a household movie, beloved by many WCHS students....

These various icons from the 1980s and 1990s are identifiable to both people who were alive during that era and people who were born afterwards.

A blast from the past: the revival of 90s trends

By Ava Freeman, Features Editor October 23, 2019

    Fashion, music and TV shows often work in cycles. What was completely outdated and “uncool” last year may be all the rage the next, and what is currently popular can go out of style in an instant. ...

Elizabeth Kronthal's self portrait with a background of a cluster of mountains.

Student Art Spotlight: Elizabeth Kronthal

By Ava Freeman, Features Editor June 4, 2019

With artwork displayed at the John Hopkins annual art show, the Montpelier Studio contest, the Congressional art contest and the Montgomery County PTSA contest, WCHS junior Elizabeth Kronthal is a talented...

The new "Speak Up" campaign at WCHS aims to be a medium for students to use their voices and express their feelings and experiences in a safe space. The campaign began with a group of students from various clubs and organizations at WCHS and has since grown to reach other students with similar interests, experiences and goals.

Speak Up inspires WCHS to stand up to bullies

By Ava Freeman, Features Editor May 10, 2019

Teasing is an inevitable part of growing up: almost everyone goes through it. However, when this teasing becomes repetitive with the intent to hurt someone, it becomes a more serious issue. According...

Cabin John Shopping Center is a very popular destination for WCHS students who go out for lunch.

Students should have the freedom to go out for lunch

By Ava Freeman, Features Editor May 9, 2019

Five days, 35 hours or 2,100 minutes is typically how long WCHS students spend within the walls of school each week. With the exception of seniors, students are not permitted to leave school grounds during...

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