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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 Gospel According to Gloger

By Ben Gloger Staff Columnist November 24, 2009

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 recently came out, and to be frank, I’m as happy as your girlfriend was at the premiere of Twilight: New Moon. While much of the joy over the arrival of this video...

Play’s censorship sets frightening precedent

November 24, 2009

Chicago, a famous musical about sex and murder, lit up the stage this month. After months of preparation, the hardworking cast and crew were excitedly awaiting opening night to showcase their hard work...

Powerizer energy drink gives students a needed jolt

By Eric Levin Staff Writer October 27, 2009

Remember Gatorade and Powerade? Those were children’s energy drinks for quenching your thirst. Then came Red Bull, Umph, Monster, Mochas, Lattes, Cappuccinos and Frappuccinos—stimulants that are all...

CHS needs a lesson on proper bathroom etiquette

By Joseph Kim Opinions Production Editor October 27, 2009

There comes a time in every man’s life when he must learn the few, yet essential rules of bathroom etiquette. For most of us, this time has already passed, and we have learned to play the game correctly,...

Celebrity jerks engage in head-to-head battle-Kanye at the VMAs, enough said.

By Alec Fanaroff Staff Writer October 27, 2009

Let’s face it. We all know people who we consider to be jerks. We may have differing opinions on what defines a jerk, but I’m sure that we can all agree that the biggest jerk of all time is the one...

Celebrity jerks engage in head-to-head battle-All TO cares about is number 81

By Ben Hollander Public Relations October 27, 2009

Terrell Owens (TO) is a Pro Bowl wide receiver, a reality television star and most importantly, a much bigger jerk than Kanye West. TO’s outspoken attitude and antics make him by far the biggest...

The Gospel According to Gloger

By Ben Gloger Staff Columnist October 27, 2009

I want to tell you a story, CHS. It’s about my shower. I used to really like my shower. We had some good times, and some bad, but through it all we stayed good friends. That’s not the case anymore....

State law puts young women in danger

October 27, 2009

Can 16-year-old girls vote, see R-rated movies or get their driver’s licenses? Nope. But can they strip down and sell their bodies on stage for a quick buck? Of course! Just as long as they’re home...

Media inappropraitely remembers celebrities

The TV is turned on to the local news when, in the blink of an eye, a breaking news report flashes across the screen showing people mourning the death of the “King of Pop,” as they crowd around a police...

MCPS begins swine flu extermination

By Eric Levin, Staff Writer October 6, 2009

After four months of extensive planning, the Board of Education, in collaboration with the PTSA, has agreed to place a 10-by-20 poster that reads “No Swine Flu Allowed” in front of the CHS entrance. The...

Baked good restriction limits school spirit

At some point or another, every student knows the feeling of sitting in a dreary, tiresome class, hearing stomachs grumble across the room and regretting not eating a healthy breakfast. Suddenly, all eyes...

The Gospel According To Gloger

By Ben Gloger, Columnist October 6, 2009

Churchill, I’ve got a fever and the only prescription is more loving. But it looks like I'm going to stay a sick boy for some time, because even after looking high and low, I have yet to find any love....

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