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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

CHS looks at different Thanksgiving treats

CHS looks at different Thanksgiving treats

By Katherine Michael, Staff Writer November 27, 2013

As Thanksgiving approaches, CHS students are caught daydreaming about the feast they will soon consume this Thursday night. America celebrates Thanksgiving by feasting on the same food the Plymouth...

Half-Days at CHS

Half-Days at CHS

By Jordan Janis, Features Editor November 27, 2013

Twenty-minute class periods, going home at 10:50—the only thing better than this type of school day is a school day with no school at all. Every year, the day before Thanksgiving is a half-day for...

Churchill's Got Talent

Churchill’s Got Talent

By Danielle Kiefer, Staff Writer November 21, 2013

From singing and dancing to rapping and playing instruments, there is no doubt that CHS students have a wide array of talents. Students will get the chance to showcase their various skills in CHS’ annual...

CHS implements new cellphone policy

CHS implements new cellphone policy

By Emily Raab, Production Editor November 11, 2013

The new CHS policy regarding cellphone use during the school day caused mixed reactions from the student body. The new policy allows students to use their cellphones in between classes, in addition...

Know Your Rights

By Jamie Lescht and Jordan Janis November 4, 2013

Though many students have been lectured about why they shouldn’t drink alcohol or do drugs, what happens legally if they make a decision that contradicts these lessons? Many students aren’t aware...

New 'Pokemon' games are met with mixed reviews

New ‘Pokemon’ games are met with mixed reviews

By Aileen Choi, Online Observations Editor October 28, 2013

After months of waiting, Pokémon fans can finally play the long-anticipated Pokémon X and Y games. The two new titles, X and Y, released Oct. 12, were the first in the Pokémon series tailored specifically...

Double Identities: teachers reveal unknown talents

Double Identities: teachers reveal unknown talents

By Emily Raab, Production Editor October 28, 2013

With their superior knowledge, intimidating nature and ability to ruin our weekends with homework overload, teachers may seem crueler than the average person. However, teachers are more like us than you...

Twins & College: Should wombmates be roommates?

Twins & College: Should wombmates be roommates?

By Jane Zankman, Chief Production Manager October 28, 2013

Seniors have already begun sending off their college applications, and handing it over to a multitude of admissions officers. For twins, this is an especially stressful process. I would know. Many people...

Dysautonomia researchers work to raise awareness

Dysautonomia researchers work to raise awareness

By Dana Harris, Online Features Editor October 28, 2013

Along with being Breast Cancer Awareness month, October is also Dysautonomia Awareness month.  In order to support the cause, students are wearing turquoise to raise awareness. Approximately one out...

Sam Egber performs on YouTube "Teens React"

Former CHS student goes onto Bravo

By Jordan Maser, Features Editor October 8, 2013

CHS Alum Sam Egber picked up everything and moved with his family to Los Angeles, CA in the middle of his freshman year to pursue acting. Sunday Oct. 6 was the premier of his family’s new show “The...

What would happen if 'The Purge' came to CHS?

What would happen if ‘The Purge’ came to CHS?

By Catherine Goohs, Online Arts Editor October 2, 2013

The beginning of the school year is a time when students return to a scheduled lifestyle and follow CHS rules. Theses regulations exist for very important reasons, but what if, for one single day, all...

Let’s Get Down to Business

By Julia Reagan, Arts Editor October 1, 2013

The CHS student body is unstoppable.  From selling cookies to teaching Zumba classes, students know how to turn a simple idea into a moneymaking machine. Thanks to the rise of social media and the ease...

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