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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Praneel Suvarna signs his oath of office during his swearing-in ceremony, officially beginning his term as the Montgomery County student member of the Board of Education (SMOB), in Rockville, Maryland.

Praneel Suvarna puts the student in SMOB

By Isaac Ban, Opinions Editor & Promotions Manager November 7, 2025

One more year. As a high school senior, that is it. One more homecoming. One more year to hang out with friends. One more opportunity to sign yearbooks. For most seniors, this means making memories and...

The album "Addison" is Addison Rae's debut album, realeased in 2025 through Columbia Records and charting number four on the Billboard 200 upon entry.

Addison Rae’s journey: TikTok star turned pop star

By Anne Ma, Online Managing Editor October 29, 2025

Along with the rise of “Covid year” influencers, Addison Rae rose to social media fame on TikTok in 2019, dancing along to trending audios for a majority tween audience. Though it may have seemed that...

As Halloween is getting closer, stores have their Halloween decorations and candies on full display.

The Observer’s favorite Halloween candy

By Cailey Harrington, Features Editor & Photo Manager October 7, 2025

Whether you like to celebrate Halloween by going trick or treating, watching fall movies or going to Halloween parties, you can find a bowl of Halloween candy with festive wrappers and fan favorites. Some...

The National High School Ethics Bowl is nation-wide with high schools competing regionally in preparation for the finals hosted at University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Two years ago, WCHS Ethics Bowl team competed regionally at University of Maryland's Baltimore campus.

WCHS Ethics Bowl team put morals in motion

By Dehab Habtai, Features Editor & Photo Manager October 7, 2025

If you were in prison, would you be willing to donate some of your organs in exchange for a shorter sentence? This is just one of many tough questions faced by WCHS’ Ethics Bowl team. Sponsored by University...

On Sept. 17, Kellie Spivak sits in her bright and beach themed office. WCHS opened its doors to the new counselors, Kellie Spivak and Taylor Reese.

Two new counselors pave their way at WCHS

By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor October 7, 2025

Just like the fresh paint on WCHS’s walls, the counseling department is experiencing a new beginning. Two new counselors are walking the WCHS halls and have started wearing bright green and blue. The...

No-bake desserts and minimal ingredient recipes spike in popularity when summer hits.

Sweeten your summer with these 5 no-bake recipes

By Anne Ma, Managing Online Editor May 22, 2025

As hot temperatures turn up earlier each year and stay longer, it is not only convenient but also cool to know a few recipes for the summer weather. Whether a drink, jelly or cake, the afternoon sun will...

WCHS teaches a plethora of AP courses. Students can often be seen supplementing their classes with unwieldy textbooks.

AP classes: Flop or Not

By Ray Guan, Staff Writer May 16, 2025

These days, excitement is as thick as clotted cream at WCHS. There is a lot here that can inspire it. The seniors are leaving, someone reenacted Elon Musk’s sieg heil at a pep rally and AP testing has...

On February 16, 2024 Victoria Kaprielian stands with Dawgs Against Substance Abuse (DASA) members for their meeting about Narcan. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is hiring teens like DASA members to create videos against cannabis use.

WCHS DASA stands against teen drug culture

By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor May 16, 2025

Every MCPS teen knows the saying “Say No to Drugs.” It is taught in our health classes throughout middle and high school. So, why is the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) hiring high school and...

Dancers Beyond Labels founders Kendyll Morandi, left, and Anya Kleinman, right, pose in front of the Kendra Scott in Bethesda, MD, prior to their fundraiser there in March.

Defying stereotypes: stigmas brought to light

By Sydney Stern, Copy Editor & Social Media Manager May 16, 2025

It can be challenging to look at oneself in the mirror and smile, as one often notices every minor imperfection and flaw. Now, imagine how such a conscience can evolve when placed in a room full of mirrors:...

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