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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer
News
Recently the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) has been facing controversy after the president published an executive order of March 27. Executive Order 14253 focuses on the Smithsonian Institution's language and content on American history.
White House executive order stirs up problems for the Smithsonian Institution
By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor • June 3, 2025
WCHS students eat lunch in the cafeteria on April 23. WCHS offers various options for the daily lunch, from hot pizzas to refrigerated salads.
To eat or not to eat, with lunch choices for MCPS students
By Ella Carnathan, Online Content Editor & Social Media Manager • May 15, 2025
Starting Feb.13th, the new initiative DOGE overseen by Elon Musk, fired 75,000 federal employees. Between layoffs and buyouts, around 200,000 employments have been terminated.
WCHS families bear the brunt of DOGE’s workforce cuts
By Xavier Reyman, Staff Writer • May 15, 2025
WCHS social studies teacher Jamie Frank grades students' papers following the structure of the current 2025 grading policy, which the BOE is reconsidering.
MCPS BOE plans to redefine semester grading
By Alexandra Wu, Arts Editor & Subscriptions Manager • May 14, 2025
Observations
Features
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
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
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
Benjamin Abergel and contestants of the Maxx Olympics get ready for a day of filming. The Maxx Olympics will air on YouTube on May 11, 2025.
WCHS freshman commences the first “Maxx Olympics”
By Dehab Deglel, Features Editor & Photo Manager • May 16, 2025
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
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Meet the Staff
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Ava Van Vuren
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Staff Editorials
Observer Opinion: Seniors spirited away
Observer Opinion: Seniors spirited away
By Isabel Vorabhanda, Observations Editor • May 16, 2025
Paws for Thoughts: new EICs, new prom?
Paws for Thoughts: new EICs, new prom?
By Maximus Wang and Lily Chadwick • May 28, 2025
Arts
Available since May 16th on Spotify, "I'm the Problem" promises a 37-song listen that will surely tug at the heart-strings.
Morgan Wallen’s returns with “I’m the Problem” and a new lease on life
By Ryan Shenker, Sports Editor • June 10, 2025
Starbucks released their summer exclusive drink, the Summer Berry Refresher. The drink itself is berry flavored, paired with raspberry popping pearls.
Summertime inspires fun, refreshing drinks
By Isabel Vorabhanda, Observations Editor • June 9, 2025
Mini skirts and low-rise jeans are just as popular today as they were in the early 2000s. Sophomore Leah Shive, left, is wearing a mini-skirt and accompanied by sophomore Katelin Chew, right, who is wearing a low-rise jean.
Fashion trends travel back in time to Y2K
By Sydney Stern, Copy Editor and Social Media Manager • May 30, 2025
"Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing" debuted in America on January 18th. Its soundtrack features 6 new songs composed by popular vocaloid artist DECO*27.
Virtual diva: Miku shines in musical cinematic debut
By Anne Ma, Online Managing Editor • May 19, 2025
Eliana Lapidus's "The Library" piece displayed in the art hallway and in the WCHS Art Show. Lapidus created the piece with inspiration from Sherlock Holmes.
Sports
Jana Abanulo is a freshman at WCHS, and has been running track for three seasons. In this picture, she runs a race and is pictured in the far right, in the blue uniform.
WCHS track team runs a unique fundraiser
By Kennedi Vincent, Assistant Arts Editor and Promotions Manager • May 12, 2025
Parker Jennen at the WCHS versus Watkins Mill HS meet on December 11, 2024 looking towards her mother in the stands.
Athlete of the month: Parker Jensen
By Dehab Deglel, Assistant Features Editor • March 5, 2025
WCHS freshman Ashley King stands by her Varsity team as the youngest basketball player and starter on the team.
Jump shots and jitters as freshman adapt to varsity teams
By Aryana Ali, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025
October 6th 2024, Coach Jacobson (right) and Coach Scott (left) look on at the runners preparing for the meet.
The finish line for Jacobson’s teaching career is approaching soon
By Xavier Reyman, Staff Writer • February 24, 2025
WCHS twin seniors Maggie and Joey King are team captains of girls softball and boys baseball, respectively. Interested in sports from a young age, the Kings are excited to continue athletics in college and beyond.
Opinions
College has become increasingly competitive in recent years, so much so that the lengths many families will go for what they consider to be a "good college" has become extreme.
College admissions crush individuality
By Maximus Wang, Editor-in-chief • June 11, 2025
With so many streaming platforms to choose between, it can be overwhelming to find the best option. Prime Video seems to be the best option, with Netflix coming in second, and many others falling behind in comparison.
Guide to streaming service subscriptions
By Amari Suissa, Opinions Editor • June 3, 2025
In the field between WCHS and HHMS, neatly mown grass contrasts with the flowery patches by the road.
The grass is not always greener: The hidden cost of a perfect lawn
By Ray Guan, Staff Writer • May 20, 2025
Observer Opinion: Seniors spirited away
Observer Opinion: Seniors spirited away
By Isabel Vorabhanda, Observations Editor • May 16, 2025
Honors Spanish teacher Ms. Carmen Moreno Sanz was awarded Teacher of the Month for February given her passion for teaching.
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