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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 reviews acapella concert at the Fillmore

CHS reviews acapella concert at the Fillmore

By Emily Raab, Production Editor March 7, 2014

The Sing-Off Live Tour, featuring three a cappella bands from the hit show “The Sing-Off”, came to the Fillmore March 5. The groups included L.A. based boy band The Filharmonic, VoicePlay, and season...

Track and field struggles with inclement weather

Track and field struggles with inclement weather

By Julia McDermott, Sports Editor March 6, 2014

After a winter full of snowy days and single digit temperatures, CHS track and field has had to endure countless practices away from its beloved track. As one of the only winter sports relying on outdoor...

Emblem 3 comes to the Fillmore in Silver Spring

Emblem 3 comes to the Fillmore in Silver Spring

By Madison Hurr and Michael Fox March 4, 2014

The spirited pop-rock trio, Emblem3, came to the Fillmore Silver Spring on their “#bandlife” tour Feb 27. The tour started in Texas Feb 10 and will end in the artists’ home state of California in...

Most students buy AP review books, adding to the total amount they pay for AP classes.

AP Exams are too expensive

By Julia Reagan, Arts Editor February 28, 2014

You are at home on a Friday night when your friend calls to see if you want to grab some dinner and see the new Zac Efron movie.  You look into your wallet in search of some cash and frown upon discovering...

MCPS fails to adequately clear snow and ice

MCPS fails to adequately clear snow and ice

By Gil Jacobson, Production Editor February 27, 2014

After a relaxing five-day weekend, many students and staff returned to CHS last Tuesday to the surprise of significant amounts of un-plowed snow and ice in the parking lots. This un-plowed snow and...

JT comes back to the stage with the 20/20 Experience World Tour

JT comes back to the stage with the 20/20 Experience World Tour

By Erica Spaeth, Photo Editor February 26, 2014

Justin Timberlake’s 20/20 Experience World Tour definitely gives fans a lot to look at. From colorful strobe lights to classic dance moves, Timberlake occupies the stage.                               ...

Extra snow days this Winter have come at a price

Extra snow days this Winter have come at a price

By Jonathan Greenzaid, Business Manager February 26, 2014

Hot cocoa, sledding, and snuggling by the fireplace. Everyone loves snow days. However, students may have to sacrifice part of their summer for all of the snow days MCPS has had this year. This year,...

Around the same time as Blast, Dr. Seuss is back at last

Around the same time as Blast, Dr. Seuss is back at last

By Alissa Li, Production Editor February 25, 2014

The cat with a red striped hat, the protector of Truffula trees and the Grinch are just a few characters that many CHS students are familiar with. These wonderful characters and creative stories all came...

CHS celebrates Valentine's Day

CHS celebrates Valentine’s Day

By Jordan Janis, Features Editor February 24, 2014

The arrival of Valentine’s Day brings two possibilities for teenagers: doing nothing or spending the day with loved ones. However, when these teenagers were in elementary school, they passed their...

CHS says goodbye to Flappy Bird

CHS says goodbye to Flappy Bird

By Danielle Kiefer, Arts Editor February 12, 2014

Angry Birds, Temple Run and Candy Crush have all had their time in the spotlight, but now it is time for the latest popular app: Flappy Bird. Although it was released last May, Flappy Bird has recently...

CHS to offer Russian

CHS to offer Russian

By Ana Faguy, Production Editor February 11, 2014

This week, counselors came to students’ classes to talk about registering for next year’s courses. When students opened the class description booklets, they discovered a big surprise. CHS will be...

"Karmin" rocks the Fillmore

“Karmin” rocks the Fillmore

By Natalie Cortez, Public Relations Manager February 10, 2014

Though not yet a household name, the Boston-based pop-duo by the name of Karmin sure deserves it after their electrifying high-energy performance at the Fillmore Silver Spring Feb. 7.   The...

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