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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

'Matched' a must-read novel for distopian novel fans

‘Matched’ a must-read novel for distopian novel fans

By Danielle Kiefer, Online Observations May 1, 2012

What to eat, wear, work, read or who to marry are all choices that most people can make for themselves every day. Ally Condie’s novel Matched explores a society where these choices are made for everyone...

Of Monsters and Men delivers with latest album

Of Monsters and Men delivers with latest album

By Kara Philips, Staff Writer April 30, 2012

Nowadays, music has become a competition of who can get the best beats with the catchiest lyrics, lacking the creativity and enthusiasm that inspired most artists to pursue music in the first place. Then...

‘Bully’ sheds light on growing problem

By Matthew Reback, Staff Writer April 30, 2012

According to an April 19 Statesman Journal article, more than 13 million kids will be bullied this year. In 2010, the federal government attempted to address this problem by holding its first annual bullying...

Springsteen disappoints with 'Wrecking Ball'

Springsteen disappoints with ‘Wrecking Ball’

By Jamie Lescht, Arts Editor April 30, 2012

After almost 50 years of being a musician, Bruce Springsteen, otherwise known as "The Boss," has produced his seventeenth studio album, Wrecking Ball. This is Springsteen and the E Street Band’s first...

Minaj falls flat in sophomore album ‘Pink Friday’

By Josh Samson, Staff Writer April 30, 2012

Throughout her first several years in the spotlight of the present rap scene, Nicki Minaj has been going through multiple phases a year in an attempt to please the ears of modern music’s diverse audience....

Tyga shows growth, versatility with new album

By By: Josh Samson, Arts Editor March 27, 2012

Instead of appreciating rapper Tyga’s sophomore album Careless World: Rise of the Last King at face value, those who have followed the rapper since his debut will admire the Compton MC’s patience and...

'Act of Valor' showcases Navy SEALs' bravery

‘Act of Valor’ showcases Navy SEALs’ bravery

By By: Sushen Thiyagarajan, Online Features Editor March 27, 2012

 Act of Valor , a "War on terror" action thriller, captures and conveys the skills, dedication and bravery of the Navy SEALS. The movie was still impressive and inspiring while simultaneously maintaining...

Kid Cudi freshens up the music scene with WZRD

Kid Cudi freshens up the music scene with WZRD

By By: Kara Phillips, Staff Writer March 27, 2012

 In today's music, artists usually stick to one genre because they are driven more by the fear of losing their fans than by the desire to explore other forms of music. It is rare to find artists who break...

'Hunger Games' stirs up excitement among students

‘Hunger Games’ stirs up excitement among students

By By: Bhaavya Srivastava, Production Editor March 27, 2012

Hundreds of eager fans are looking forward to March 23—the day the long-awaited movie adaption of The Hunger Games finally releases—including plenty at CHS. The trilogy of books has gained a large...

New pie shop opens on Georgetown's M Street

New pie shop opens on Georgetown’s M Street

By By: Jamie Lescht, Public Relations Manager March 27, 2012

 In the midst of the cupcake craze, dessert stores have opened on every corner. Well, it’s time for something new and original, and that’s where Pie Sisters steps in.  Georgetown’s Pie Sisters...

Drama department puts on 'Legally Blonde'

Drama department puts on ‘Legally Blonde’

This spring, the CHS drama department will put on Legally Blonde as its annual musical instead of Blast which usually takes place in the spring but was held in Dec. The musical is based off of the...

Some comics redefine the term 'graphic novel'

Some comics redefine the term ‘graphic novel’

By By: Ariana Etessami, Staff Writer February 23, 2012

Parents could easily put together a long list of complaints regarding their kids’ undesired habits and behaviors these days. There’s the classic texting-under-the-table epidemic, and then the bringing-home-boyfriend-with-nose-piercings-and-tattoos...

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