Community settles in to upgraded Hoover building
Julia Heimlich, News Editor
December 3, 2013
Construction workers knocked Herbert Hoover Middle School to the ground back in June 2011, leaving only a single atrium standing. Now, two years later,... READ MORE »»
New Privacy Settings Affect Teens on Facebook
Natalie Cortez, Public Relations and Social Media Editor
October 29, 2013
Facebook had loosened its privacy setting for its teenage users. The new privacy setting took effect Oct. 17. Originally the networking site restricted... READ MORE »»
Cellphone use while driving is now primary offense
Michael Fox, Photo Editor
October 25, 2013
The Maryland legislature’s new cell phone policy prohibiting the use of any hand-held cell phone while driving took effect Oct. 1. The previous law stated... READ MORE »»
Caption: 1.6 million crashes a year occur due to use of cellphones while driving.
Starr recommends later start time for high schools
Brittany Goodman, News Editor
October 25, 2013
When the current sophmores are seniors, they may be sleeping in an extra 50 minutes each day. The 2013 Bell Times Work Group Report was released Oct. 1... READ MORE »»
Common Application Faces Untimely Glitches
Danielle Kiefer, Arts Editor
October 17, 2013
The government may not be the only thing shut down—the new version of the online Common Application, a college application website often referred to... READ MORE »»
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Polls
What are you doing for Halloween?
- Going to a party (63%, 10 Votes)
- Trick-or-treating (31%, 5 Votes)
- Finishing college applications (6%, 1 Votes)
Total Voters: 16
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New Cell Phone Policy at CHS
Junior Jackie Spang emerges from the bustle of the World Language hallway after sixth period, phone in hand. She surveys the area around her and, not detecting any nearby... read story
December 4, 2013
- CHS clubs forced to find new ways to fundraise December 3, 2013
- Food Forum focuses on how to improve lunch menu December 3, 2013
- SGA canned food drive falls short of expectations December 3, 2013
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UN sponsored Girl Up strives to achieve gender equality
Ana Faguy, Production Editor
Despite the numerous achievements woman kind has made in society, they are still often thought of as second class citizens. However one CHS senior is leading the charge to... read story
December 6, 2013
- Civitans Club sponsors used electronics drive December 3, 2013
- New RideOn Bus Schedule Inconviences Students October 29, 2013
- New Privacy Settings Affect Teens on Facebook October 29, 2013
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Junior starts clothing company, donates profits
Ana Faguy, Production Editor
One morning while walking through the hallway, you spot out of the corner of your eye a tiny tea cup on the cuff of someone’s short-sleeved shirt. You question it but... read story
November 26, 2013
- Student filmmaker aspires to make it to big screen November 26, 2013
- County initiative aims to resuscitate local nightlife November 26, 2013
- What’s Trending This Month November 26, 2013
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Girls Soccer
Katherine Michael, Staff Writer
Girls soccer ended its season 12-4-1 Nov. 1 after a regional semifinal loss that ended in penalty kicks against Whitman. Overall the Bulldogs performed well and as a result... read story
December 4, 2013
- Field Hockey December 4, 2013
- Tennis December 4, 2013
- Volleyball December 4, 2013
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CHS honors staff members who served the US
Katie Gauch and Katie Clem, Production Editors
The Observer thanks all CHS veterans for their service. English Teacher Haroot Hakopian U.S. Army, 1987-93 Chemistry Teacher Wesley Russ Missouri Army National Guard,... read story
December 4, 2013
- Author gives talk at CHS December 3, 2013
- Forensics team competes December 3, 2013
- Students qualify for exam November 26, 2013
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President Obama pardons turkey
Alissa Li, Staff Writer
When November comes around, every turkey hides in fear, afraid that they will end up on a platter on Thanksgiving Day. However, there is one turkey that can safely live in... read story
December 4, 2013
- Prequel to Sex and the City lives up to hype December 4, 2013
- Students excitedly anticipate ‘Hunger Games’ sequel December 3, 2013
- Studies show grateful outlook leads to happier life December 3, 2013
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Gatsby’s messages are timeless
Ana Faguy, Production Editor
Catcher and the Rye, The Odyssey, and To Kill a Mocking Bird are just some books that fall on the classic high school reading list, but arguably the most important piece of... read story
December 6, 2013
- College Board takes unfair approach to grading essay November 26, 2013
- Cyberbullying is easy to stop, just log off November 26, 2013
- Jacket: $60, banquet $20, team acceptance: priceless? November 26, 2013
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