Maryland bill to outlaw energy drink sales to minors
Natalie Cortez, Public Relations
March 21, 2014
Maryland legislators are considering banning the sale of energy drinks to anyone under the age of 18. The bill was introduced at the Maryland General Assembly... READ MORE »»
Caption: Drinks like Monster would no longer be sold to people under 18.
BOE approves Superintendent Starr’s budget
Katie Gauch, Editor in Chief
March 20, 2014
Focused on closing the achievement gap and overseeing growth in schools, the Montgomery County Board of Education (BOE) approved a $2.32 billion budget... READ MORE »»
Caption: Starr discusses future plans for MCPS with student journalists
Facebook popularity declining, Twitter rising
Daniel Miyares, Staff Writers
February 25, 2014
A team of Princeton researchers recently published a study predicting a critical decline in the amount of people who use Facebook. Conversely, Twitter... READ MORE »»
Caption: Facebook is losing popularity among CHS students.
Administration launches pedestrian safety program
Danny Gordon and Yash Nigram
February 24, 2014
In response to recent concerns over CHS’ morning drop-off habits, the administration launched a pedestrian safety campaign Jan. 27. The administration... READ MORE »»
Caption: A sign reminding community members to drive safely was recently placed in front of the bus loop as part of the program.
#ObserverWanted Contest
February 6, 2014
The Observer is giving away two free tickets to see The Wanted in concert at the Filmmore in Silver Spring on April 9. In order to enter the contest, follow... READ MORE »»
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‘Observer’ asks CHS, “What’s in you trunk?”
Senior Njord Soevik is on his way to a party. He parks his car, walks around back to his trunk and pulls out a sombrero. Instantaneously, Soevik becomes the life of the party, all thanks to the funky hat... (more...)
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Lee J. Kaplan presents his show ‘Bully’ at CHS
Katherine Michael, Staff Writer
Churchill students eagerly gathered in the auditorium Thurs. April 3 to listen and learn about the terrors of bullying. Producer, writer and actor Lee J. Kaplan performed... read story
April 7, 2014
- State approves plan, MCPS will make up two snow days April 4, 2014
- Class of 2014 holds mulch kickoff fundraiser March 27, 2014
- CHS gets rid of wellness weekend March 14, 2014
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The new Era of the NBA
Ben Fox, Staff Writer
If a diehard NBA fanatic traveled from the year 2010 to the present day and looked at the current standings, though his or her initial thoughts would likely be “Who the... read story
April 2, 2014
- I want you to want me: Students share their recruitment experiences; Junior Lucy Srour-Track and Field March 27, 2014
- I want you to want me: Students share their recruitment experiences; Junior Louis Dubick-Boys Lacrosse March 27, 2014
- I want you to want me: Students share their recruitmen experiences; Senior Will Szamosszegi-Tennis March 26, 2014
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CHS Students Think Big
Katie Clem, Production Manager
From the cycling club to the chess club, CHS has a variety of activities students can join that offer fun and cultural experiences, but there are few clubs that teach skills... read story
March 27, 2014
- Fashion-forward CHS students fancy Flannel Friday March 25, 2014
- CHS alumnus directs video series about college life March 21, 2014
- Anti-Semitism apparent outside Potomac bubble March 21, 2014
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New SAT generates controversy
Skylar Whitman, Staff Writer
Since the 1940’s, the SAT has been the basic college admission device for colleges and universities around the country. As a senior, I spent the last year and a half focusing... read story
March 27, 2014
- AP Exams are too expensive February 28, 2014
- Black History Month is divisive, not inclusive February 27, 2014
- Geography should be taught more in school February 27, 2014
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