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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

Students reveal what makes them love their favorite classes

Students reveal what makes them love their favorite classes

By David Malament, Staff Writer March 20, 2018

Every student has their favorite subject and their favorite class. But does the teacher instructing the class play a key role in the matter?   At CHS the majority of students take seven classes,...

CHS students celebrate Black History Month in style

CHS students celebrate Black History Month in style

By Bryan Fletcher, Art Director March 7, 2018

With the return of Black History Month this Feb., CHS students and staff have spent the past month commemorating the event through different activities, including the hanging of decorations across the...

Students turn to medication for a quick and easy fix

Students turn to medication for a quick and easy fix

By Jenna Greenzaid and Sophie Liss March 7, 2018

Trouble sleeping at home? Trouble focusing in class? It’s easy to defer to the use of prescribed medications to quell insomnia and increase concentration, but is that always the best way to solve the...

HQ turns trivia success into cash prizes for CHS students

HQ turns trivia success into cash prizes for CHS students

By Drew Ingall, Arts Editor February 12, 2018

Intelligence is no longer measured by your IQ test score; instead, it’s all about your HQ trivia score. HQ was created by the founders of the now defunct app Vine. The game, which consists of 12 multiple...

Ski off to three local winter wonderlands

Ski off to three local winter wonderlands

By Ethan C. Miller, Staff Writer February 12, 2018

Winter is here, and unless you live in Westeros from “Game of Thrones,” you’re going to need something else to do in your free time other than fight White-Walkers.   Whitetail Resort,...

Junior has cards up his sleeve with self-made company

Junior has cards up his sleeve with self-made company

By Becky Wolfson, Online Arts Editor February 12, 2018

Card tricks are a staple of a magician’s deck of performances.  Many magicians are able to put on impressive performances due to their ability to use cardistry, the art of manipulating cards in a way...

Alumnus sweeps up Forbes title with Maidbot

Alumnus sweeps up Forbes title with Maidbot

By Sophie Liss and Maya Rosenberg January 10, 2018

Every year, Forbes Magazine releases their ‘30 under 30’ list: a collection of leading innovators and professionals under the age of 30. Past members of the illustrious list include famous actors and...

Not just an after school job; CHS EMTs save lives

Not just an after school job; CHS EMTs save lives

By Jake Herman and Becky Wolfson January 10, 2018

From athletics to clubs, and everything in between, extracurriculars can shape one’s high school experience. However, for student Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), an after-school activity can mean...

CHS junior gives heart and help during the holidays

CHS junior gives heart and help during the holidays

By Vicky Gunawan, Photo Editor January 9, 2018

Many students at CHS are involved in different clubs and extracurricular activities to boost their college transcript, but do they really have the heart to make a difference in others’ lives?   When...

A meme in review: 2017's memes to remember

A meme in review: 2017’s memes to remember

By Jackson Resnick, Social Media Editor January 9, 2018

If you have yet to be bombarded with dancing Snapchat hot dogs, “cracking open a cold one” references or images of the RompHim, you are close to missing out on the obnoxious, yet somehow humorous meme...

Shovel Buddy: a business fit for winter weather

Shovel Buddy: a business fit for winter weather

By Jenna Greenzaid, Features Editor January 9, 2018

Kids savor the joy of seeing snow fall and completely cover their driveway and the roads, effectively canceling school for the day, while parents groan at the fact that they are the ones that will be doing...

Students choose spotify premium

By Max Kandel, Observations Editor January 5, 2018

A CHS student is moving their head to the sound of the beat of their favorite song. Spotify is one of the most listened to music services out there and sometimes it is hard to choose between keeping it...

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