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Senior Kennedy Gray had never sung solo in front of her peers before the CHS’ Got Talent Competition Dec. 2. Gray was inspired to sing by her grandmother who encouraged her to get over her stage fright.

Student art spotlight: Kennedy Gray

By Michael Fox, Editor-in-Chief December 22, 2015

All of the participants in the highly competitive Churchill’s Got Talent (CHSGT) show were impressive, with acts ranging from band performances to dancing to beatboxing. However, senior Kennedy Gray...

Band members participate in the yearly winter tradition of caroling around school during the last day before winter break.

Band caroling spreads cheer

By Emiliana Cardinale, Production Manager December 15, 2015

Right before students and staff leave for winter break, on Dec. 23, students from CHS band will spread the holiday cheer by caroling around the school during lunch and afternoon classes. The caroling...

Coldplays is scheduled to play during halftime at the 50th Super Bowl.

Coldplay release new album

By Sarah O'Brien, production editor December 10, 2015

The National Football League (NFL) recently announced that Coldplay will be playing in the 50th Super Bowl halftime show on Feb. 2016, with the help of other unannounced artists. “I think they will...

Brown jams on out on his guitar for fun.

Teachers list their favorite songs from their playlists

By Sarah O'brien, Production Editor November 25, 2015

Kevin Brown English and AP Lang teacher Kevin Brown likes rock songs with masculine singers, that give meaning to their words. Here are his favorite songs: 1) “Black” by Pearl Jam 2)“Where Did...

Senior Samantha Locraft is learning how to play the E-flat Clarinet, piano and flute in addition to her skills with the clarinet and saxophone.

Student Art Spotlight: A Noteworthy Musician

By Sarah O'Brien, Production Editor November 25, 2015

Senior Samantha Locraft knows the keys to success and has been fine tuning her skills on the clarinet for the past nine years. Locraft currently plays in the Montgomery County Youth Orchestra (MCYO)...

Gaithersburg native  rapper Logic releases new hip hop album, The Incredible True Story.

Logic’s “The Incredible True Story” Review: 9.5/10

By Arjun Swaminathan, News Editor November 16, 2015

Featuring thunderous lyrics, stellar production and a brilliant concept, Logic’s The Incredible True Story is a tour de force and an outstanding follow-up to his debut record Under Pressure. The Gaithersburg-born...

CHS musicians work to attain college scholarships

By Peter Durand, Social Media Editor October 29, 2015

Scholarships often bring to mind thoughts of athletics, internships, and academic merit. However, music is a significant means of attracting prestigious schools and scholarships. Many of Churchill’s...

Juniors Tyler Hirshon, Donna Dadkhoo, Ellie Lavery enjoy the Landmark Music Festival at the National Mall.

Landmark Music Festival raises awareness for Natinal Mall

By Sarah O'brien, Productin Editor September 30, 2015

This past weekend, D.C. lovers congregated in West Potomac Park for the Landmark Music Festival to raise money for the National Mall. The National Mall is underfunded yet highly visited, so The Trust...

Ratz will direct How to Succeed in Business to debut Nov. 23 at 7:30 p.m.

Theater department under new management as Ratz takes the stage

By Sara Heimlich, Social Media Editor September 30, 2015

Naomi Ratz, former English teacher and current Yearbook advisor, has big plans and high expectations for the theater department as she takes over as theater director this year. Ratz has graduate degrees...

Senior CJ Snow plays the bass drum.

Drumline is Bangin’

By Fiona Asbury, Editor-in-chief September 29, 2015

Despite its hard-to-miss presence, the drumline is perhaps one of the most underappreciated aspects of the CHS community. Led by senior captains Leo Simon, Zach Eisner and Shayan Sadegh, the drumline consists...

Junior Performs at Luncheon for Chinese President

Junior Performs at Luncheon for Chinese President

By Madison Hurr, Features Editor September 28, 2015

On Sept. 25, junior trombonist Ethan Shrier performed at a luncheon co-hosted by U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and U.S. Vice President Joe Biden to welcome China’s president Xi Jinping on his visit...

Ed Sheeran performs at the Verizon Center.

Ed Sheeran ignites crowd at Verizon Center

By Maya Rosenberg, Social Media Editor September 25, 2015

Eighteen thousand people filled the Verizon Center Sept. 22 to watch flame haired singer – songwriter Ed Sheeran perform the first of his two shows in DC. Christina Perri, the opening act, warmed...

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