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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
News
On May 21, the Montgomery County Counci approves a $7.9 billion operating budget. MCPS was delegated $36 million dollars less than they had requested. This decision will more than likely lead to hundreds of school staff losing their jobs, as well as numerous other items.
When the budget takes a nosedive, losses seem inevitable
By Felix Bernstein, Opinions Editor & Online Content Editor • June 3, 2026
WCHS TV Studio teacher William Smith prepares the studio's cameras for broadcasting. The TV Studio will be a key area for students in WCHS’ Video and Audio Production regional program, which will roll out with the rest of the updated regional programs in 2027.
New magnet pushes and pulls scholars to distinct schools
By Luke Chadwick, Sports Editor • June 3, 2026
With no way to access Canvas during the outage, students had to access study materials through alternative methods.
A blank Canvas paints students into a corner
By Alexandra Wu, Editor-in-Chief • June 3, 2026
The aftermath of the Feb. 9 Wootton High School shooting saw students escorted by buses to be reunified with their families at Robert Frost Middle School well after normal dismissal times.
Wootton shooting reignites school safety debate
By Maximus Wang, Editor-in-Chief • March 11, 2026
Observations
Features
The Observer's spring palette
The Observer’s spring palette
By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor • March 12, 2026
The WCHS College and Career center is located in the counseling hallway. Inside, there are many College and Career counselors that are happy to assist with future plans.
MOCO CAP empowers the modern job search
By Julianne Haddad, Staff Writer • March 11, 2026
On Feb. 9th the Venerable Monks visited Marymount University in Virgina. As they walked past people offered gifts and held posters in support.
Monks walk across the country with a mission of peace
By Audrey Harless, Staff Writer • March 11, 2026
Creator of Grade Melon, Tinu Vanapamula, is shocked to learn that GradeMelon has been blocked on all MCPS Chromebooks across the county--at the beginning of semester two.
Students’ beloved Grade Melon blocked by MCPS
By Kennedi Vincent, Assistant Arts Editor & Promotions Manager • March 11, 2026
WCHS' basketball class has all grades from freshmen to seniors. Most classes at WCHS do not have such blended classes due to seniors typically taking advanced courses.
Day in the life at WCHS: seniors vs. freshmen
By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor • March 11, 2026
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    Northwest
    2
    May 14 / Boys Varsity Volleyball
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    Wootton
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    May 12 / Boys Varsity Volleyball
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    B-CC
    5
    May 7 / Varsity Baseball
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    Blair
    0
    May 7 / Boys Varsity Volleyball
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    18
    Whitman
    19
    May 7 / Varsity Softball
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    Walter Johnson
    15
    May 6 / Boys Lacrosse
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    7
    Whitman
    12
    May 6 / Girls Lacrosse
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    3
    Sherwood
    0
    May 5 / Boys Varsity Volleyball
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    3
    Poolesville
    6
    May 4 / Varsity Baseball
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    13
    Blair
    3
    May 4 / Varsity Softball
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    23
    Springbrook
    13
    May 2 / Varsity Softball
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    10
    Blake
    5
    May 1 / Boys Lacrosse
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    14
    Blake
    1
    May 1 / Girls Lacrosse
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    18
    Gaithersburg
    2
    Apr 30 / Varsity Baseball
Meet the Staff
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Maximus Wang
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Staff Editorials
Observer Opinion: less APs, less stress
Observer Opinion: less APs, less stress
By Violet Wilner, Staff writer • June 5, 2026
Paws for Thoughts: does destiny exist?
Paws for Thoughts: does destiny exist?
By Maximus Wang, Editor-in-Chief • March 11, 2026
Arts
"You, Me & Tuscany" is a story filled with tension, romantic triangles and family connections. The movie takes the audience through a roller coaster, wondering when Anna and Matteo will be caught but also when she will deepen her connetion with Micheal.
Take a trip with romance’s best new addition, “You, Me & Tuscany”
By Kennedi Vincent, Arts Editor • May 19, 2026
"Michael" starring Jaafar Jackson has been popular amongst fans of the world-famous artist Michael Jackson. Starting from his childhood, the film dives deep into his success story.
The long-awaited biopic, “Michael,” is the ‘Thriller’ fans expected
By Zafina Matin, Editor-In-Chief • May 19, 2026
"Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette" rapidly gained popularity since its Feb. 12 release, with a 90% increase in viewership from its premiere to its finale.
“Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette” amply captures JFK Jr. & CBK’s frenzied relationship
By Lily Chadwick, Editor-in-Chief • April 21, 2026
With summer around the corner, Meghan Moroney's hit album "Cloud 9" is the perfect Country track for the incoming warm weather.
Megan Moroney’s “Cloud 9” is the perfect soundtrack for summer
By Cailey Harrington, Features Editor & Photo Manager • March 27, 2026
One of Noah Schainker's photographs taken at a No-Kings Protest in Washinton D.C. at the U.S Capitol building.
Sports
Coach Blumenthal of the WCHS boys varsity basketball team, prepares his players for their first game of the season against Damascus high school.
Coaching evolves at WCHS to support modern student-athletes
By Violet Wilner, Staff Writer • March 17, 2026
WCHS Freshmen Max Seligman watches highlights from the 2023 World Baseball Classic (WBC) game between Australia and China. Soon, he'll be watching international baseball again with the 2026 WBC, and will feature many of the same teams, as well as newcomer Brazil.
WBC returns in 2026, bringing global energy to baseball
By Rizzy Rana, Staff Writer • March 17, 2026
In 2025, Senior Jeremy Chung and Freshman Aakash Reddy were playing a match at Walter Johnson High School. The courts at Walter Johnson are in much cleaner, better-maintained condition, making it a better school to host high school tennis matches.
WCHS tennis courts fall short as players call for repairs
By Hana Majmudar, Staff Writer • March 17, 2026
Winter Sports in review
Winter Sports in review
By Maximus Wang, Sydney Stern • March 16, 2026
Senior captain of the WCHS girls' varsity basketball team, Mena Hemphill, takes a layup shot in their game against Severna Park High School.
Opinions
Observer Opinion: less APs, less stress
Observer Opinion: less APs, less stress
By Violet Wilner, Staff writer • June 5, 2026
On April 14, runners from WCHS and BCC begin to run once the starting gun goes off. This race is taking place just before senior night at WCHS, and the athletes are each eager for the chance to win such an important race.
Why track is first place among all other spring sports
By Malaki Kagwa, Copy Editor & Online Managing Editor • May 22, 2026
Artificial intelligence is only growing a steadier foothold in our everyday lives. While the concern that students will cheat using this technology has been identified and is being dealt with, educators have not yet faced this same scrutiny.
Are teachers cheating with AI while students face consequences?
By Dehab Habtai, Features Editor & Photo Manager • May 13, 2026
In the midst of AP exam season, reducing phone use can help students stay focused, manage stress, and make more time for preparing for exams.
High school students’ guide to a zero screen-time AP season
By Alexandra Wu, Arts Editor • May 12, 2026
Teacher of the Month: Olivia Henry
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