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The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Projectors that were used many years ago serve no purpose in this day and age as all they do is sit and collect dust.

Tech updates needed within this technological age

By Ohio Meshanko, Promotions Manager November 6, 2019

In recent years, many MCPS classrooms have been completely overhauled to accommodate a modern learning and teaching experience. The widespread adoption of Promethean boards and chromebooks, specifically,...

MCPS total enrollment is predicted to rise to 168,480 students by 2022. Redistricting will resolve this issue.

MCPS redistricting considered to quell inequity issues

By Fatima Yazdi, Editor-in-Chief May 8, 2019

Montgomery County Public Schools such as WCHS have consistently ranked among the best in the country and are growing at high speeds, though a great divide exists between schools in wealthy areas and schools...

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

If you are an MCPS student, the phrase “lockdown” likely generates memories of covering classroom windows, locking the door and sitting silently under desks during drills and emergencies. However,...

A MCPS school bus, used to drive elementary, middle and high school students, does not include seat belts, which is a possible safety hazard.

MCPS school buses need to install seat belts

By Miranda Chung, Assistant Opinions Editor December 21, 2018

The Oct. 8 limo crash in New York is considered to be the deadliest U.S. car accident in nine years according to the New York Times. After killing 20 people, including the driver of the vehicle and two...

With the potential of a longer spring break, WCHS students can go to exotic resorts, like this one.

MCPS considers extending spring break

By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor November 21, 2018

Following student and staff input in relation to which holidays the most students are absent, MCPS is considering two proposals for the 2019-2020 calendar. Both have 182 days of instruction, which...

 A student eats a meal provided to him during the summer time.

MCPS distributes free summer meals

By Vicky Gunawan, Observations Editor October 18, 2018

Starting Jun. 18, 2019 free meals will be distributed during the summer at approximately 120 sites throughout Montgomery County. The county will provide meals to  students attending summer school or...

Md. education resource disparity causes teachers to strike

Md. education resource disparity causes teachers to strike

By Jenna Greenzaid, Editor In Chief May 9, 2018

MCPS has a $2.519 billion operating budget for Fiscal Year 2018 to fund operations for the 204 schools included in the county. While MCPS may be adequately funded, there are still alarming disparities...

MCPS supplies free ACT, SAT vouchers to students

By Brandon Li, Online News Editor February 8, 2018

MCPS is now offering a free SAT or ACT voucher for every junior.   In order to receive the free voucher, students must apply through the Counseling Department or the College/Career Center....

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

MCPS has created and implemented a new platform for reporting grades posting assignments:myMCPS Classroom. This will replace the use of Edline for the 2017-2018 school year. The new system is more cost...

Last year's team poses after its State Championship appearance. This year's team is preparing for States.

Ultimate Frisbee Petitions MCPS for Official Sport Status

By Will Hyland, Production Editor May 31, 2016

The idea that ultimate frisbee would become a recognized MCPS sport has been tossed around for a while, and with the recent announcement by the Olympic committee declaring frisbee an olympic sport, now...

The number of students enrolled in MCPS schools has increased greatly, leading to the need for a larger budget.

2017 Budget Announced

By Nathan Deychman, Sports Editor March 22, 2016

After over three months of deliberation, MCPS released the Fiscal Year 2017 Operating Budget March 15. The 2017 budget will include increased spending on instruction, with over 81 percent of the budget...

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