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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

Regardless of moral opinion, medical abortion should be taught in an unbiased manner to students in health classes.

Abortion Education Should be Integrated Into MCPS Health Curriculums

By Sofia Williamson, Opinions Editor January 4, 2017

In world history classes, students are taught a wide span of religion views without bias. For instance, In 1962,  the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that it is unconstitutional for state officials to compose...

Native Americans successfully protested the construction of the Keystone Pipeline through their reservation.

Standing Rock Shows We Need to Protect Our Right to Protest

By Laura Sneller, Social Media Editor/Video Team December 23, 2016

In Spring 2016, the Energy Transfer Partners’ Dakota Access Pipeline was approved. This is a $3.7 billion investment to transport 470,000 barrels of crude oil a day through four states. The Native American...

Quarterly RQAs have replaced the two-hour semester exams of the past.

In Reducing Anxiety, RQAs Pass the Test

By Joe Raab, Social Media Editor December 20, 2016

Starting this year, Montgomery County Public Schools officially got rid of Semester exams and replaced them with Required Quarterly Assessments known as RQAs. By replacing the exams, the county has...

Stockings such as these are sure to be filled with gifts this holiday season.

Observer’s Tips for your Secret Santa

By Julia Lescht, Public Relations/Video Editor December 8, 2016

Regardless of what one celebrates, this time of year is the beloved season of gift giving. Whether participating in a group giving-circle called “Secret Santa”, or simply giving gifts to one’s family...

Courtyards Will Benefit Students If Maintained

By Jenna Greenzaid, Circulation Manager December 7, 2016

Usually, when you think of a courtyard, images of clear open spaces with beautifully arranged plants come to mind. But in the case of the courtyards at CHS, they are seen as unroofed areas enclosed by...

MCPS Calendar Neglects Asian Holidays

By Balbina Yang, Arts Editor December 5, 2016

With more than 4.3 billion worldwide and 15.7 percent in MCPS, Asians make up the majority of minority groups today. Asians are not represented in many aspects of American culture. Despite their large...

CHS students should come together after the election.

CHS Must Unite Post Election

December 5, 2016

Dear CHS, The 2016 election was an emotional, tumultuous experience for almost everyone involved. The rhetoric that spilled from both Democrats and Republicans was harsh and insistent for the better part...

Some students are frustrated at the shortcomings of the school's vending machines.

Vending Machines in Need of Improvement

By Ben Dross, Sports Editor December 2, 2016

  Vending machines give out snacks for a tiny fee, and are a simple joy to the consumers. However, at CHS, they are just a hassle. CHS is home to multiple vending machines from the auditorium...

Senior Suffrage

Senior Suffrage

By Rebecca Jackson, Online Features Editor November 7, 2016

With the presidential election day upon us in less than seven days, the hallways of CHS are buzzing with excitement and nervousness about the two major candidates, Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. However,...

Kit Kat candy bars are just one example of what people have linked to the Mandela Effect, as many believe it to previously be spelled "Kit-Kat". However, upon research, many have found that this dash they remembered from their childhood did not exist. Could it be proof of irregularities in the space-time continuum?

Mandela Effect Internet Trend Proves Inaccurate

By Bryan Fletcher, Production Editor November 4, 2016

Recently gaining some internet popularity through social media, the Mandela Effect has been changing how many people view otherwise trivial knowledge, but it should not be seen as anything more than superstition. Despite...

A computer with someone posting a new status on Facebook, and the status says that everything that goes on the internet stays there.

Teenagers Should Take More Care to What They Post on the Web

By Julia Lescht, Public Relations Manager November 4, 2016

Photos of four Suffolk, VA high school students dressed up for spirit week have sparked controversy across the internet as the photos depict three police officers with a prisoner holding a “black lives...

By including hijabs worn by models in New York Fashion week, women and girls are beginning to feel represented in the fashion community.

Modeling of Hijabs in New York Fashion Week Shows Representation of All Cultures

By Laura Sneller, Public Relations Editor October 21, 2016

History was made during the New York Fashion Week, with Muslim designer Anniesa Hasibuan being the first to show her collection with hijabs in every outfit. This was a huge milestone in the fashion industry...

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