The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Many students cite Noodles & Company as their favorite restaurant, but wish that it would offer delivery.

I want my Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, please: Why Noodles and Company should deliver

By Emily Birnbaum, Features Editor November 7, 2012

In a world of soggy french fries, boring fried chicken and tasteless hamburgers, Noodles & Company’s pasta dishes are the pinnacle of deliciousness. Not only is its main dish the one meal that most...

New hall pass policy restricts students

New hall pass policy restricts students

By Brett Sachs and Jane Zankman, Chief Production Manager and Production Editor November 7, 2012

"Who are you? Where are you coming from? Do you have permission to be here?" These questions might sound like they were taken straight out of a CIA interrogation room, but CHS students experience such...

Companys political donations cross the line

Company’s political donations cross the line

By Jordan Maser, Public Relations and Social Media Manager October 1, 2012

As a loyal Chick-fil-A customer for many years, I have always been aware of the company’s strong religious values, mostly because i could never get my #8 combo meal on any given Sunday.  However, considering...

Dont balk at Cathy, just eat more chikin

Don’t balk at Cathy, just ‘eat more chikin’

By Joe Nolan, Opinions Editor October 1, 2012

When the "news" came out that Chick-fil-A supported the traditional definition of marriage, dissenting CHS students biting into the restaurant chain’s iconic chicken sandwich found themselves in a dilemma...

Irrational dress code suppresses spectator spirit

By Spenser Easterbrook, Editor-in-Chief September 25, 2012

In preparation for CHS’s first home football game of the year against Whitman, I painted myself royal blue and kelly green—our school’s colors. I arrived at the game amped, proudly showing off the...

MCPS has initiated $9 million security system upgrade.

Metal detectors necessary for school safety

By Julia Reagan, Public Relations and Social Media Manager September 25, 2012

How many students at CHS would expect to hear a gunshot in the cafeteria?  How many would expect a violent and potentially fatal event to happen on their first day of school? The students at Perry Hall...

Scoreboard funds better spent elsewhere

By Brittany Goodman, Features Editor September 25, 2012

How likely is it that a CHS student-athlete will go pro? Let’s just say most students should not depend on it as a career choice.  Professional sports today are so competitive that it is extremely unlikely...

Students should consider single-sex colleges

Students should consider single-sex colleges

By Emily Birnbaum, Features Editor May 25, 2012

Barnard College is a sprawling green haven in the middle of New York City. Its alumnae include famous politicians, actors and writers. Despite its impressiveness, few CHS students will even consider Barnard...

Dress Code must be more strictly enforced

Dress Code must be more strictly enforced

By Katherine Michael, Staff Writer May 25, 2012

As a student walks down the halls of CHS, what does he see? Bra straps, underwear, tube tops, hats and sunglasses. These are just a few of the many dress code rules students violate. Students are supposed...

CISPA bill would violate online privacy rights

CISPA bill would violate online privacy rights

By Matt Reback, Staff Writer May 25, 2012

For the millions of people who use the Internet every day, privacy may no longer be guaranteed if the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act (CISPA) becomes law. Passed by the House of Representatives...

A Letter to the Editor (May 2012)

By Pam Brown May 25, 2012

I first met Nachu Bhatnagar in the fall of 2010 shortly after his cancer diagnosis when I was assigned as his home instructor for English. Nachu was a passionate student of history with a stunning intellectual...

Internet not for self-esteem boost

By Jessica Gold, Production Editor May 25, 2012

Mirror, mirror on the wall, who is the prettiest of them all? "Not you, you’re so ugly. Get off the Internet, you attention seeker." With the simple click of a button, a video is sent spiraling into...

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