How to support the Black Lives Matter movement
By Maya Bhattiprolu, Online Editor
June 26, 2020
The murder of George Floyd and thousands of other innocent lives has sparked a worldwide revolution against police brutality. There are so many different ways to support the Black Lives Matter movement, from peaceful protesting, to educating yourself on racism. However, some of these options may not b...
Climate change disproportionately discriminates against racial minorities
By Quinn Cook, News Editor
June 23, 2020
In a time of increased awareness in America surrounding the abhorrently unjust conditions of systemic and institutionalized racism, it is important to shine light on the many issues that disproportionately affect the African American community and are not getting the attention they deserve. This article seek...
“The Hate U Give” is a must see to understand white privilege
By Aliki Dimitoglou and Ari Dimitoglou
June 22, 2020
NAACP Image Award-Winning drama for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture, “The Hate U Give,” starring Amandla Stenberg, offers its audience a more realistic perspective as to how white privilege is prevalent in the United States, and how staying silent only worsens the results of oppression. ...
Educate yourself using these anti-racism resources: movies, shows, books and more
By Olivia Yasharoff and Melissa Redlich
June 18, 2020
As the WCHS community joins the rest of the country in searching for ways to help others during Black Lives Matter protests, The Observer is here to help. These movies, TV shows, books and podcasts can help those who want to find resources learn more about the history of racism in America and how to...
Official response to Black Lives Matter movement
June 18, 2020
Dear Churchill community, As your school newspaper, we have an obligation to take a stand on current issues. We want to make it explicitly clear that The Observer supports the Black Lives Matter movement. While many are unable to attend protests due to health and safety concerns, there are actions that can ...
Racist Vandalism Disturbs CHS Community
By Max Kandel, Advertising Manager
January 23, 2017
On Nov. 10, a sign was found in a CHS boys bathroom that read “Whites Only.” This goes along with the recent trend of offensive signs and writings in schools since November. This incident was first reported by the Washington Post on, and was not publically announced to parents and students by CHS...
Black History Month Deserves Recognition
By Thomas Atkinson, Online Features Editor
February 25, 2016
Attempting to find any trace of support for Black History Month is like trying to find a well-rested junior: impossible. Over the past few months, CHS has sponsored a variety of events to support many groups, from the UP Day supporting LGBT students and Churchill vs. Cancer to the fundraiser this...
It’s not news, it’s common sense
By Jake Certner, Staff Writer
March 16, 2015
By now, I am assuming that most of you readers have seen or heard the disgusting video from the University of Oklahoma’s chapter of the fraternity Sigma Alpha Epsilon in which several white members of the fraternity were chanting a racial slur. This video not only tarnished the reputation of the sc...