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Some of the highly-anticipated new emojis include a clown, an avocado, a crab, and a gorilla.

More Emojis Equal Mixed Emotions

By Vicky Gunawan, Contest Manager December 27, 2016

Apple recently released a new set of 72 emoticons (emojis) that include some of the most requested emojis such as the shrugging emoji and the avocado emoji. Emojis are constantly used when texting...

A wreath is pictured on the door of a house in Potomac, Maryland.

CHS Wreaths Pose Threat to Policies

By Eli Gordon, Production Editor December 27, 2016

Christmas wreaths were put up around CHS, on Monday Nov. 28, and they were taken down two days later. The wreaths were displayed on the outside classrooms and department and administrative office doors....

Native Americans successfully protested the construction of the Keystone Pipeline through their reservation.

Standing Rock Shows We Need to Protect Our Right to Protest

By Laura Sneller, Social Media Editor/Video Team December 23, 2016

In Spring 2016, the Energy Transfer Partners’ Dakota Access Pipeline was approved. This is a $3.7 billion investment to transport 470,000 barrels of crude oil a day through four states. The Native American...

Quarterly RQAs have replaced the two-hour semester exams of the past.

In Reducing Anxiety, RQAs Pass the Test

By Joe Raab, Social Media Editor December 20, 2016

Starting this year, Montgomery County Public Schools officially got rid of Semester exams and replaced them with Required Quarterly Assessments known as RQAs. By replacing the exams, the county has...

A snippet of The Chainsmokers lively performance at JingleBall.

Jingle Ball Rings with Holiday Cheer

By Jenna Greenzaid, Circulation Manager December 16, 2016

‘Tis the season of (holiday) music, spirit, friends and family. The mash-up holiday concert known as “Jingle Ball” is a combination of all four of those things. For many years, iHeartRadio has been...

Someone uses the Uber app to call for a ride.

Uber: You must be 18 and over to ride…Or not?

By Max Kandel, Advertisements Manager December 16, 2016

Although many CHS students use Uber, they may not realize that one must be 18 in order to ride Uber unaccompanied, according to Uber's terms and conditions. Most CHS students are younger than 18 but...

Moana Rings with Disappointment

By Sara Heimlich, Features Editor December 15, 2016

Much like the rest of our Disney-conditioned generation, the company’s newest princess movie, “Moana” called me. However, the hype subsided as the movie was no “Frozen.” “Moana” focuses...

Chance the Rapper Nominated

Chance the Rapper Nominated

By Drew Ingall, Social Media Editor December 13, 2016

In Kanye West’s song “Ultralight Beam,” featured artist Chance the Rapper raps the lyrics, “He said let’s do a good a** job with 1 Chance 3, I hear you gotta sell it to snatch the Grammy,”...

Stockings such as these are sure to be filled with gifts this holiday season.

Observer’s Tips for your Secret Santa

By Julia Lescht, Public Relations/Video Editor December 8, 2016

Regardless of what one celebrates, this time of year is the beloved season of gift giving. Whether participating in a group giving-circle called “Secret Santa”, or simply giving gifts to one’s family...

Some students are frustrated at the shortcomings of the schools vending machines.

Vending Machines in Need of Improvement

By Ben Dross, Sports Editor December 2, 2016

  Vending machines give out snacks for a tiny fee, and are a simple joy to the consumers. However, at CHS, they are just a hassle. CHS is home to multiple vending machines from the auditorium...

Chainsmokers Collage Is a Sure Success

Chainsmokers’ Collage Is a Sure Success

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor November 15, 2016

The Chainsmokers’ rise to fame began in 2014 when they released the catchy and upbeat song “#SELFIE,” a dance hit about the popular culture trend of taking self-portrait photographs. The musicians’...

Members of the cast and crew perform in a scene that proves to be both hilarious and confusing.

‘A Funny Thing’ Fulfills Its Name

By Maya Rosenberg, Opinions Editor November 14, 2016

WCHS’ Theater Department’s fall musical, A Funny Thing Happened on The Way to the Forum, is a comedy full of talented leads and complex humor. The play takes place in Ancient Rome, and is centered...

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