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
Recently the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) has been facing controversy after the president published an executive order of March 27. Executive Order 14253 focuses on the Smithsonian Institution's language and content on American history.

White House executive order stirs up problems for the Smithsonian Institution

By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor • June 3, 2025

On March 27, the White House issued an executive order titled “Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History.” Executive Order 14253 focused on how the 178-year-old Smithsonian Institution has recently...

On February 16, 2024 Victoria Kaprielian stands with Dawgs Against Substance Abuse (DASA) members for their meeting about Narcan. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is hiring teens like DASA members to create videos against cannabis use.

WCHS DASA stands against teen drug culture

By Ava Van Vuren, News Editor • May 16, 2025

Every MCPS teen knows the saying “Say No to Drugs.” It is taught in our health classes throughout middle and high school. So, why is the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) hiring high school and...

Blast 35 is coming soon to the WCHS auditorium. After months of rehearsing, the Blast cast is ready to show their true colors and talent starting the weekend of March 28th.

Dive into a spectrum of sound with Blast 35: Coloration

By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor • March 3, 2025

A 35-year-old tradition returns for another season in a brighter and bolder way. In almost four weeks, the much anticipated Blast 35 will kick off. This student-led production always impresses its audiences...

On Jan. 17, The Supreme Court agreed to hear the Mahmoud v. Taylor. The plaintiffs of the case are Montgomery County parents of various religious affiliations against the MCPS School Board for violating religious freedom and parental rights.

SCOTUS opts-in to hear LGBTQ+ books case

By Maximus Wang and Ava Van Vuren • March 1, 2025

In March 2023, MCPS reversed its policy of providing parents notice and an opt-out option regarding LGBTQ+ texts in K-5 school curriculums. MCPS had implemented this change citing the need to comply with...

Ms. Jamie Frank is the WCHS Teacher of the Month for December 2024. Ms. Frank's experience and enthusiasm as a teacher is demonstrated through her engaging class environment and her entertaining lessons.

Teacher of the month: Jamie Frank

By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor • December 19, 2024

Colorful posters with political terms cover the walls, engulfing students in the immense and complex world of the United States government. At first, these terms appear completely foreign, but as Jamie...

An electric bus drops off Herbert Hoover Middle School (HHMS) students on Nov. 8, 2024. MCPS has prioritized converting its vehicle fleet to electric as part of climate initiatives.

MCPS slams the brakes on electric bus program

By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor • December 10, 2024

On July 25, 2024, the Office of Inspector General (OIG) investigated MCPS’ management of a multi-million dollar contract to acquire and operate 326 electric school buses. The investigation concluded...

"Party School" by Jon Hart is not just about partying. It focuses on Dylan Mills finding the person he wants to become as he starts college. With atypical characters, scandals, and nudity, this is an entertaining must read.

Thriving outside the top tier: a celebration of college life in “Party School”

By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor • November 20, 2024

It is easy to get caught up in the stress of getting into an “it” school; Dylan Mills can attest to this. He grew up in Castleton where the only question the local parents ask is “What college are...

One of the current AP Psychology test preparation books for 2024 AP Psychology students lies on the desk of Kanav Kachoria. Future AP Psychology test preparation books will have to change their content to meet the new curriculum of the course issued by College Board, in future school years.

Mind games: AP Psychology gets a curriculum makeover

By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor • June 6, 2024

One thing most humans can agree on is that they do not like change. They prefer to know what to expect and what to do next. As WCHS students evolve and continue in their learning from grade to grade, they...

Catherine Qu and Lucinda Sun, WCHS’s Architecture Club President and Vice President, gather with the club's other members to stand proudly with their first-place trophy from the ACE Competition in May 2023. Architecture helps them understand the engineering and practical design that comes into play when creating structures, like the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse reconstructs the importance of architectural integrity

By Ava Van Vuren, Assistant News Editor • April 25, 2024

In the early morning of March 26, 2024, the large container ship “MV Dali” was leaving the Port of Baltimore, lost control, and crashed into a pylon supporting the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore,...

Rania Ahmed stands proud as she wears the official WCHS JV Cheer uniform for the team pictures. This uniform represents a great accomplishment for Ahmed because she can be a part of the JV Cheer team, undeterred by the Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in her left leg.

Cheers! Sophmore’s spirit outweighs adversity

By Ava Van Vuren, Staff Writer • March 1, 2024

Smiling faces greet her as she walks through the doors. She instantly recognizes the coach whom she met with earlier that week. The blue and green pom poms glimmer as they rest on the floor. It took WCHS...

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