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

“How I Met Your Father,” released on Hulu on Jan. 18, is a new take on the original early 2000s sitcom. The show follows Sophie (Hillary Duff) and her friend group as they search for love in New York.

New TV shows to add to your binge list

By Olivia Yasharoff, Editor-in-chief February 11, 2022

New year, plenty of new shows to fall in love with. These are five recently released TV shows available on streaming devices that WCHS students should consider adding to their watchlists. “Abbott...

Throughout this decision making process, the Montgomery County Board of Education has made attempts at increased transparency.

MCPS should remain in person despite rising COVID cases

By Liam Klein, Opinions Editor January 28, 2022

The question of a possible return to virtual learning has gripped WCHS since before teachers and students alike departed for winter break. However, without any surprise, WCHS along with a multitude of...

The poster released by Marvel, sets the scene while introducing the emotions and characters wrapped into the film.

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” spins itself a box office success

By Jack Gans, Assistant Features Editor January 28, 2022

“Spider-Man: No Way Home” dropped in theaters on Dec. 17, 2021, and almost made history as the highest grossing movie on opening weekend. Making $1.3 billion, it fell short of “Avengers: Endgame”...

Maps like these are posted outside the auditorium each day, telling teacherless students where to sit.

Teachers deserve better compensation for subbing

By Austin Vinner, News Editor January 25, 2022

$15 an hour. This is the minimum wage in more than 20 states including parts of Maryland, like Montgomery County. Sadly, $15 is also the amount being offered to MCPS teachers who choose to give up free...

“Tick, Tick… Boom!” blows away audiences

By Melissa Redlich, Features Editor January 17, 2022

"Tick, Tick... Boom!" A ticking time bomb. The sound of one man’s mounting anxiety. "Tick, Tick... Boom!" is a new Netflix film starring Andrew Garfield as Jonathan Larson- creator of the Tony Award-winning...

The recording of the 2021 MPSSAA Boys Lacrosse Playoff game against Richard Montgomery is featured on demand on the NFHS Network website along with all other WCHS fall sport games.

No ticket, no worries: NFHS changes the game

By Olivia Yasharoff, Editor-in-Chief January 12, 2022

If students or parents missed a WCHS sporting event in years past, there would be no way to know what happened, except for word of mouth. Now, a new MCPS program means all sporting events can be live-streamed...

A TV screen displays a wear a mask graphic in the hallway. WCHS already implements many health measures, but may create more if increased transmission occurs from the Omicron variant.

Unknown effects of Omicron variant spreads uncertainty

By Jasper Bernstein, Observations Editor January 11, 2022

Nov. 24 was supposed to be a day of relaxation, one spent preparing for Thanksgiving and reuniting with family. But when the World Health Organization (WHO) reported the first case of COVID-19 variant...

Prior to working at WCHS as an attendance secretary, Patrice Thomas worked in various other fields.

WCHS staff members reminisce about past jobs

By Melissa Redlich, Features Editor January 11, 2022

WCHS staff members. Students know them as people who work in the office, help at the bus circle, and keep students safe. Now, they spend their time supporting students and are part of teaching the future...

The house of the Madrigals is just as magical as they are, and every part of the house can move at the convenience of the family.

Disney’s “Encanto” spotlights magic of Latin America

By Ryan Weiner, Sports Editor January 10, 2022

As Thanksgiving passes and the winter holidays begin, families across the country will gather together to celebrate and reunite. Within every family there are unique social dynamics like special bonds...

The album cover for Red (Taylors Version), is simpler than the orignal 2012 cover, without the album title or even Swifts name.

“Red (TV)” vault tracks make fans feel lucky

By Olivia Yasharoff and Jordan Pashkoff January 10, 2022

There is not a lot going on at the moment for Taylor Swift. In the past year she has only released two new albums and re-recorded two of her old albums, with her most recent re-recording being “Red (Taylor’s...

The popularity of holiday themed music surges during wintertime every year. Bing Crosbys, Bing At Christmas, is one of many examples of artists straying away from their usual music genres.

Silent night no more: holiday music is back in full force

By Michael Demske, Assistant News Editor January 10, 2022

‘Tis the season to snuggle up under a blanket beside a crackling fire, drink a smoldering cup of hot chocolate in the finest #1 DAD mug, and listen to Ariana Grande on the speaker. Ariana Grande on the...

With the spotlight on her, Eleanor Raab sings one of her solos in The Addams Family. Raab plays Morticia Adams, one of the leads in WCHSs fall musical.

Student Art Spotlight: Eleanor Raab

By Caitlin Murphy, Assistant Online Editor January 10, 2022

Sauntering across the stage, Eleanor Raab commands the stage in her performance of Morticia Addams. With her illusive smile and a twirl of her long black hair, it is no surprise she easily captivates her...

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