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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

Kyle in Context

By Kyle Edwards, Online Humor Columnist September 27, 2011

Pools are closing, schools are starting up again, and the new football season has just begun. Summer is over, but planning for next summer's blockbuster season is just beginning. Capitalism is equal...

Nordstrom’s Free Shipping Helps Customers

As the homecoming dance approaches, many students have started their frantic searches for the perfect date, hairstyle, makeup and most importantly, the perfect outfit. Luckily, with Nordstrom’s new...

Lion King Shown in 3D

By Ariana Estessami, Staff Writer September 23, 2011

Hakuna Matata—The Lion King is back, and this time, in 3D. Seventeen years after Disney’s The Lion King’s original release in theaters, people of all ages still cherish the timeless tale of a...

SENIOR SUPERLATIVES!

April 29, 2011

Here are this year's Senior Superlatives! 1. Best Smile: Mariah Healy and Evan Tassis 2. Best Personality: Jeanette Perthel and Marcus Brown 3. Most Stylish: Arleigh Banner and Alex Zohore 4. Best...

Congress holds hearings on radical Islam in America

By Mona Mohebbi, Staff Writer April 11, 2011

 House of Representatives Homeland Security Committee chairman Peter King (R-Long Island), held a trial March 10 to discuss the factors that drive American Muslims toward terrorism. According to a...

Dormify brightens college rooms

By Brittany Goodman, Archive &Staff Resources Manager April 11, 2011

Fun, sophisticated and fashion-forward dorms are hard to come by when students are limited to the dull décor provided for them by their university. Dormify, an ecommerce website created by CHS parent...

For the Love of the Game

By Joe Nolan, Online Political Columnist April 11, 2011

Amidst all of the confusion and seemingly esoteric rhetoric between the NFL’s owners and players, it is clear that America’s beloved sport has grown up from its humble beginnings of leatherheads and...

Increase in Metro crimes concerns CHS parents

By Dana Youngentob Public Relations March 22, 2011

Some students go downtown for a concert at the Verizon Center, while others go downtown for a nice dinner. No matter the reason, the Metro is a popular mode of transportation to get to a desired location....

Pepco responds to local complaints

By By Julia Gray Jake Sutton March 3, 2011

In light of the recent power outages, many residents find themselves blaming Pepco for their various inconveniences and ruthlessly bash Pepco for not fixing the power soon enough.  According to Pepco...

Religion slandered in international debate

By By Joe Nolan, Staff Writer March 3, 2011

When one thinks about religion today, events like 9/11 or funeral-picketing by Westboro Baptist Church members might come to mind. Amidst these concerning events caused by religious disparities, many have...

MCPS searches for new superintendent after Weast’s departure

By By Allison Srour, Contest Manager March 1, 2011

In August, MCPS Superintendent  Jerry Weast announced his plans to retire when his contract ends June 30.   Weast has served as MCPS Superintendent for almost 12 years.  The Montgomery County...

Teacher tenure in question in new education initiatives

By By Manisha Singh, Staff Writer March 1, 2011

Following President Obama’s proposals to improve America’s school systems, multiple state governors have called for the elimination of teacher tenure. Obama’s Race to the Top program (RTTT) grants...

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