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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

School spirit on the rise at CHS sporting events

School spirit on the rise at CHS sporting events

By Jordan Janis and Katherine Michael, Online EIC and staff writer October 24, 2014

“We’ve got spirit, yes we do; we’ve got spirit, how ‘bout you?” Since we were sophomores, the CHS student section—also known as the “Dawg Pound”—has not been able to truthfully call...

Need help? 'Observer' lists five must-know CHS places

Need help? ‘Observer’ lists five must-know CHS places

By Emily Wang, Circulation Manager September 23, 2014

The start of the new school year is always chaotic with students racking their brains to try and remember the basics of school. Freshmen and forgetful upperclassmen often do not know, or do not remember,...

Under construction; Montgomery mall open for business

Under construction; Montgomery mall open for business

By Julia Heimlich, Features Editor September 23, 2014

Bethesda’s Westfield Montgomery Mall has been on a roll lately with the revamping of the food court and the addition of more fine dining restaurants and stores. The new restaurant, Blaze Pizza, located...

Senioritis Attacks

Senioritis Attacks

By Sammi Silber, Editor-In-Chief September 23, 2014

All students get sick during the school year.  Anyone can get any one of the colds, viruses or fevers that plague the CHS hallways.  However, there is a different kind of ailment going around: senioritis. Senioritis...

SGA plans to prove we've got spirit, yes we do

SGA plans to prove we’ve got spirit, yes we do

By Jordan Janis, Online Editor-in-Chief September 23, 2014

The SGA’s main priority for this year is to increase student spirit, in addition to fundraising for important causes and improving outdated areas of the school. “Our biggest objective for this year...

The Observer's guide to college research

The Observer’s guide to college research

By Alissa Li, Observations Editor September 11, 2014

Once students graduate from their “underclassmen” status, they are suddenly burdened with a lot more stress. Not only do they have to worry about keeping their GPA afloat, they need to start researching...

Hate summer reading? Not with these books

Hate summer reading? Not with these books

By Danielle Kiefer, Features Editor May 30, 2014

Nothing can ruin a summer faster than required summer reading assignments. However, reading during the summer doesn't have to be accompanied by a groan and a sense of dread. The Observer brings you a list...

When it comes to apps, CHS keeps it simple

By Daniel Miyares, Business Manager May 30, 2014

Freshman Srikar Kolla settles into his seat on the bus ride home. Bored and with a few minutes to burn, he turns on his iPhone, and the now-famous pixelated, yellow Flappy Bird begins its flight on his...

5K's for the summer

5K’s for the summer

By Madison Hurr, Arts Editor May 30, 2014

If you want to get in shape but think of running as a strenuous, boring activity, think again. 5Ks are the perfect opportunity for getting your cardio workout in while having a blast with friends in a...

Senior becomes "Shark Puncher"

Senior becomes “Shark Puncher”

By Noah Salzberg, Online Features Editor May 30, 2014

A typical reaction upon hearing a story about a kayaker who was chased by a shark would likely either result in laughter or fear. Senior Micah Green, however, decided to react by designing his own app,...

Students say 'Thanks' with presents, homemade gifts

Students say ‘Thanks’ with presents, homemade gifts

By Arielle Gordon, Staff Writer May 30, 2014

The end of a school year means excitement and celebration for students. However, in their rush for summer vacation, they should not forget to appreciate all that their teachers have done throughout the...

10 Reasons public libraries should still be a thing

By Julia Heimlich, Features Editor May 30, 2014

1.      They save you money. Go use those fifteen bucks to buy yourself a nice meal. No need to spend your money on something that can easily be borrowed. “I like public libraries because...

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