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The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

The School Newspaper of Winston Churchill High School.

The Observer

Star Wars goes to the dark side

By Lara Fu, News Editor November 29, 2012

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Disney bought Lucasfilm and ruined the Star Wars  franchise forever. According to an Oct. 30 Associated Press article, Disney will buy Lucasfilm and the...

Depending on who wore the Malcom X shirt, people had mixed reactions.

T-shirt test proves students could learn from Malcolm X

By Greer Smith, Staff Writer November 8, 2012

For my birthday, my friend gave me a Malcolm X t-shirt covered with images of and quotes from Malcolm X. My dad did not want me to wear it to school for fear that there would be negative reactions to it....

Unlike the 2008 election, media is focusing on candidates' platforms.

Campaigns focus on issues

By Ben Schick, Online Sports Editor November 8, 2012

Four years ago, the nation was suffering from economic downturn.  It gave birth to one of the worst economic crises the country has seen since the Great Depression.  The American public was sick of never-ending...

Every 15 Minutes lied

Every 15 Minutes lied

By Elizabeth Campbell, Production Editor November 8, 2012

On Oct. 4 students were lied to, every 15 minutes. CHS recently took part in the Every 15 Minutes program that is designed to warn students about the dangers of distracted driving. While the program was...

Many students cite Noodles & Company as their favorite restaurant, but wish that it would offer delivery.

I want my Wisconsin Mac & Cheese, please: Why Noodles and Company should deliver

By Emily Birnbaum, Features Editor November 7, 2012

In a world of soggy french fries, boring fried chicken and tasteless hamburgers, Noodles & Company’s pasta dishes are the pinnacle of deliciousness. Not only is its main dish the one meal that most...

New hall pass policy restricts students

New hall pass policy restricts students

By Brett Sachs and Jane Zankman, Chief Production Manager and Production Editor November 7, 2012

"Who are you? Where are you coming from? Do you have permission to be here?" These questions might sound like they were taken straight out of a CIA interrogation room, but CHS students experience such...

Company's political donations cross the line

Company’s political donations cross the line

By Jordan Maser, Public Relations and Social Media Manager October 1, 2012

As a loyal Chick-fil-A customer for many years, I have always been aware of the company’s strong religious values, mostly because i could never get my #8 combo meal on any given Sunday.  However, considering...

Don't balk at Cathy, just 'eat more chikin'

Don’t balk at Cathy, just ‘eat more chikin’

By Joe Nolan, Opinions Editor October 1, 2012

When the "news" came out that Chick-fil-A supported the traditional definition of marriage, dissenting CHS students biting into the restaurant chain’s iconic chicken sandwich found themselves in a dilemma...

Irrational dress code suppresses spectator spirit

By Spenser Easterbrook, Editor-in-Chief September 25, 2012

In preparation for CHS’s first home football game of the year against Whitman, I painted myself royal blue and kelly green—our school’s colors. I arrived at the game amped, proudly showing off the...

MCPS has initiated $9 million security system upgrade.

Metal detectors necessary for school safety

By Julia Reagan, Public Relations and Social Media Manager September 25, 2012

How many students at CHS would expect to hear a gunshot in the cafeteria?  How many would expect a violent and potentially fatal event to happen on their first day of school? The students at Perry Hall...

Scoreboard funds better spent elsewhere

By Brittany Goodman, Features Editor September 25, 2012

How likely is it that a CHS student-athlete will go pro? Let’s just say most students should not depend on it as a career choice.  Professional sports today are so competitive that it is extremely unlikely...

Students should consider single-sex colleges

Students should consider single-sex colleges

By Emily Birnbaum, Features Editor May 25, 2012

Barnard College is a sprawling green haven in the middle of New York City. Its alumnae include famous politicians, actors and writers. Despite its impressiveness, few CHS students will even consider Barnard...

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