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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


Another common form of meditation is through yoga, which involves different poses and movements, as depicted in the image.

English dept. leads teacher meditations

By Julia Lescht, Online Editor-in-Chief December 17, 2018

English teachers Jeffrey Savett and Samantha McEvoy have began department-wide meditation meetings, where they lead English teachers in guided meditation. They meet in Savett’s classroom twice a...

Anonymous apps like After School, brighten and Yik Yak are all intended to be forms of social media where users can share positive messages freely, though that isn't always the case.

Anonymous apps elicit more harm than good

By Bradley Furgerson, Features Editor December 14, 2018

‘Hey, a friend added you on After Hours! Join the fun!’ a text message reads, indicating yet another anonymous app has been created. Marketing itself towards high schoolers, anonymous social media...

Juuls, an electronic cigarette (e-cig), is an alternative for smokers available to buy for those 18 and over. Even with such age restrictions, Juuls have made their way into the hands of WCHS students.

Juuls are now more prominent than ever among students

By Eliza Asbury, Online Editor-in-Chief December 13, 2018

About 3.5 inches long, sleek, black and looks more similar to a flash drive than anything else, the Juul is everywhere. Walking into the bathroom, you are sure to meet someone puffing out flavored smoke,...

The student section was packed with students from all grades at the Sept. 21 football game against Whitman HS. Students donned Hawaiian attire to partake in the themed game.

New year and new principal escalate spirit

By Julia Lescht and Jenna Greenzaid, Online Editor-in-Chief, Editor-in-Chief December 12, 2018

CHS students start each school year with the same jokes about their usual lack of school spirit. This year, however, the change in school spirit is no joke. Since the beginning of her term, Principal...

Kamasine

Kamasine

By Vicky Gunawan, Observations Editor November 26, 2018

From babysitting to shoveling snow in the winter time, WCHS students have many ways of making their own money. However, senior Maya Hatoum has done something truly exceptional in creating Kamasine, a clothing...

Nautical pendant chokers are part of the sea jewelry collection.

WCHS Students Embody Entrepreneurialism

By Fatima Yazdi, Features Editor November 26, 2018

For some WCHS students, a typical Sunday evening may consist of a nice stack of homework and family dinner. For others, their Sundays include tutoring, baking a batch of cupcakes or coming up with new...

"Fast fashion" stores are places that have quick turnaround time from runways to stores, leading to more affordable prices at the high cost of increased environmental harm.

Fast Fashion Leads to Environment Concerns

By Nora Holland, Opinions Editor November 26, 2018

Need a cheap yet fashionable outfit fast? Never fear! Look no further than Forever 21; it has everything you could possibly hope for and more, as long as you do not mind contributing to water pollution...

The lobby of Cresent Lake Club (CLC), the non-profit educational program designed by senior Junghyen Lee and alumnus Bill Wu.

WCHS student & alum create summer study spot

By Bryan Fletcher, Production Manager November 13, 2018

While summer break is usually thought of as a time for vacation and relaxation for students and staff, a dynamic duo formed by a CHS student and alumnus found a way to give back to the community while...

Amazon now offers a free try on clothing initiative known as Amazon Wardrobe. Customers have the ability to order up to eight articles of clothing per order and try them on for a week, completely free of charge.

Amazon Wardrobe feature facilitates flexible shopping

By Brandon Li and Joe Rab October 18, 2018

Do you want to buy new clothes, but do not have time to try anything on? Do you wish you could order online items and only pay if you decide to keep them? Amazon Wardrobe might be your answer to these...

Mr. Hart-Southworth has two sons at CHS, Alonzo and Stevie. He is just one of many teachers at CHS with kids who attend the school.

Teachers bring family to WCHS through their own kids

By Jackson Resnick, Features Editor October 18, 2018

A freshman boy gets dropped off at school in front of the main office before first period. He urges his dad to drive away fast so he is not seen with him. His dad drives away into a parking spot in the...

Senior Patrick Cousins holds his squadron's flag.

WCHS students aspire to be involved in military

By Benjamin Pham, Advertising and Subscription Manager October 18, 2018

Having a perfectly made bed, being extremely obedient, having constant room inspections and enlisting in the military purely to serve or harm people are common misconceptions that people have about those...

Senior Dani Miller protests the confirmation of judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court in Washington D.C.

It’s TIME to stand up and make a difference.

By Nora Holland, Opinions Editor October 18, 2018

With recent controversial political events including judge Brett Kavanaugh’s appointment to the Supreme Court, the attack against the press and the controversy over assault weapons, many Montgomery County...

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