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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

The Wanted plays at Fillmore for final tour

The Wanted plays at Fillmore for final tour

By Jamie Lescht and Jordan Maser May 20, 2014

British boy band The Wanted came to the Filmore April 9 on their Word of Mouth tour, the band’s final tour before its members go their separate ways. The Wanted, most commonly known for its hit song...

The real concert experience is found in the music, not the clothes.

By Greer Smith, Senior Writer May 19, 2014

I bought a ticket. I waited passively for three months. I threw on something comfortable and acceptable to wear in public, nothing too fancy. I waited in line. I found a spot. I enjoyed good music. This...

Students Watch New Show, Orange is the New Black

Students Watch New Show, Orange is the New Black

By Skylar Whitman, Senior Writer May 19, 2014

Whether you’re at home in bed, sitting on the couch or on the go, you can always find a way to enjoy your favorite shows on Netflix. Recently, one of the site’s newer shows seems to be drawing everyone’s...

Bandwagon fans fill the halls of CHS

Bandwagon fans fill the halls of CHS

By Danny Gordon, Staff Writer May 19, 2014

The Washington Wizards are officially out of the NBA playoffs, and now bandwagon fans have to find a new team to “support”. The Wizards, led by guards John Wall and Bradley Beal, made the playoffs...

Racial controversies in sports spiral out of control

Racial controversies in sports spiral out of control

By Ben Fox, Senior Writer May 19, 2014

In an industry such as professional sports, where the majority of owners are white and the majority of workers are black, racial controversies often can spiral out of control through media hype and public...

Fans crave more intensity in the NBA

Fans crave more intensity in the NBA

By Michael Fox, Sports Editor May 16, 2014

Michael Jordan dribbles down the court, crosses over left, steps back, fires, swish. MJ does it again. Jordan has yet again led the Chicago Bulls to another NBA title. It’s interesting to see how...

Observer Sits Down With New SMOB Dahlia Huh

Observer Sits Down With New SMOB Dahlia Huh

By Catherine Goohs, Senior Writer May 13, 2014

Following her recent win for MCPS Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB), the Observer sat down with Clarksburg High School junior, Dahlia Huh. What inspired you to run for SMOB? I got...

Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month

Cystic Fibrosis Awareness Month

By Danielle Kiefer, Features Editor May 12, 2014

For most students, the month of May is usually filled with studying for AP exams, attending graduation parties and finally enjoying some warm weather. In addition to the usual May events, students should...

Meningitis outbreak plagues CHS community

Meningitis outbreak plagues CHS community

By Aileen Choi, Senior Writer May 9, 2014

Numerous students all over the country have contracted the fatal disease of meningitis, including a student at CHS. Meningitis, or meningococcal disease, is a contagious infection of the brain and spinal...

'Tis the Season of Promposals

‘Tis the Season of Promposals

By Julia Reagan, Senior Writer May 6, 2014

Every little girl dreams about having the perfect prom to culminate her high school experience.  She fantasizes about sporting a glamorous, floor-length gown and dancing the night away with her debonair...

Cool Websites You Probably Never Knew Existed

Cool Websites You Probably Never Knew Existed

By Natalie Cortez, Senior Writer May 5, 2014

Are you ready to have your life changed forever? Well ready or not it is going to happen if you continue to read about these amazingly useful websites you never knew existed. 1. 10-minute mail: We have...

Seniors enjoy annual banquet

Seniors enjoy annual banquet

By Ana Faguy, News Editor May 2, 2014

CHS seniors gathered at the Marriott Bethesda North Hotel and Conference Center for the annual Senior Banquet May 1. The event included a meal, an awards ceremony and a slideshow. Through the organization...

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