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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

Featured: Director of the International Junior Civitans club, Eowyn Pak.

CHS Student becomes Director of International club

By Eli Gordon, Production Editor October 30, 2016

Being the director of a club full of CHS students may be a lot of work, but this senior is the director of an international club. Senior Eowyn Pak is one of three international directors of the Junior...

A picture of people walking for AFSP, shot for a documentary about suicide experiences and prevention.

CHS Student Walks for Suicide Prevention

By Kyle Emery, Sports Editor October 21, 2016

The CHS school year of 2015-2016 witnessed two devastating losses from students who committed suicide. Fortunately, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention(AFSP) not only seeks to help others who...

Junior Plans Possible Class for Aspiring Entreprenuers

Junior Plans Possible Class for Aspiring Entreprenuers

By Drew Ingall, Social Media Editor October 20, 2016

It’s not often that a whole new area of interest is developed into the CHS curriculum. So if you’re thinking about a future in the business world, you might want to plan your schedule around a new...

Exchange students and their hosts enjoy a 'family' dinner together.

CHS Exchange Program brings Danes and Americans Together

By Sara Heimlich, Features Editor October 17, 2016

While some CHS students spent their weekend doing homework and attending sporting events, others spent their weekend in a more unique way: with a Danish exchange student by their side. The CHS exchange...

Clowns have sprung fear into the community, but violence against them is not the answer.

Clown Lives Matter

By Eliza Asbury, Business Manager October 12, 2016

Clown lives matter. A year ago spotting a clown on the street would not result in someone screaming and sprinting away, but today, it does. Over the past few weeks, clowns have been spotted across...

CHS sophomores dress up as cowgirls and Wheres Waldo on Halloween.

What’s Scarier, Halloween Night or Mondays?

By Megan Park, Business Manager October 5, 2016

This year on Oct. 31, Halloween will land on a Monday. Dun Dun Duuuuun. Many CHS students are upset because it prevents them from trick-or-treating or staying up late and eating as much candy as possible....

Visitors come from all over the country to see the Washington Monument.

Fall in Love with these Perfect Autumn Spots

By Brandon Li, Circulation Manager October 5, 2016

As the fall season kicks in, it's time go out and explore! With all of the stress that homework and tests bring, there’s a need for relaxation. Visit one of these five places for a break! Rock...

The iPhone7, pictured in silver and rose gold.

iPhone 7: Worth $700?

By Sophie Liss, Social Media Editor October 4, 2016

After the recent unveiling of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 plus on Sept. 7, many CHS students are purchasing the new apple products. As with any new piece of technology, students have differing opinions...

School Spirit: Renewed for Another Season?

School Spirit: Renewed for Another Season?

By Sara Heimlich, Features Editor October 4, 2016

The 2016-17 school year: finally the year of renewed school spirit at CHS? In the first quarter of the first home football game, the student section was filled with painted faces and the crowd was spotted...

Nikobakht and her partner Victoria Haass presenting for their molecular genetics poster symposium.

Senior Proves DNA Protocol Incorrect at NIH

By Megan Park, Business Manager October 4, 2016

Recently, senior Laudan Nikoobakht proved that data from a theory dealing with DNA and their binding affinities with topoisomerase IV, was incorrect. According to a 2014 Nucleic Acids Research...

There are positive and negatives when it comes to Early Graduation. Pictured: Justin Greenzaid, 6th grader at Cabin John MS.

Early Grad: Best Three Years of Your Life?

By Jenna Greenzaid, Circulation Manager October 4, 2016

Everyone sees high school as a four year adventure where you take risks, try new things and seize new opportunities while gaining lasting memories, but for some, that journey may end early. Graduating...

Fake Instagram Trend Encourages Authenticy Online

By Eliza Asbury, Business Manager October 4, 2016

Known as “finsta” for short, finstagrams are the latest form of social media for kids to add to their already long list of social media accounts. A finstagram is an additional Instagram account...

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