White Station Scroll

A publication by the students, about the students, and for the students of White Station High School

A publication by the students, about the students, and for the students of White Station High School

White Station Scroll

A publication by the students, about the students, and for the students of White Station High School

White Station Scroll

Many recognize these familiar faces from “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Ponyo,” “Howl’s Moving Castle” and other popular works by Studio Ghibli. Miyazaki’s hand-drawn animations encapsulate what most people imagine when they think of Studio Ghibli: cute characters, nostalgic feels and a playful energy.

Studio Ghibli director Miyazaki plans on returning with a new film

Aanya Kabra, Writer March 22, 2022
“The way that the emotions are kind of a rollercoaster,” said Moffatt. “It's not all sunshine and rainbows. You have sadness in a couple of them. And when you have the ups and downs, it gives the movie depth, which is one of the Ghibli strengths.”
Elias Clements (11), Jared Rawlings (12), Viviana Figueroa (11) and Kathy Lam (11) watch as Justice Clark (11) hangs from a tree at the Cancer Survivor Park. This group gathered to break away from the stresses of hybrid schooling during the spring of 2021.

Where to unwind in Memphis this spring

Elias Clements, Writer February 25, 2022

As the season of new beginnings is around the corner, it is helpful to know spots around Memphis to relax and enjoy the warmer weather. The following descriptions are a couple of recommended spots in Memphis...

The cast list of “Euphoria” features actors that hold familiarity and prominence to young adult viewers, including (left to right) Jacob Elordi, who plays Nate Jacobs; Alexa Demie, who plays Maddy Perez; Zendaya, who plays Rue Bennett; and Hunter Schafer, who plays Jules Vaughn. The actors’ abilities to portray their characters allows for the detailed plot to entertain many young adult viewers.

Drugs! Sex! Alcohol! What is ‘Euphoria’ really about?

Sophia Aiello, A&E Team Leader February 24, 2022

Before there were online streaming services, people waited. They waited for a specific day of the week  to turn on their television, go to the right channel and watch the newest episode of their favorite...

Dedicated student actors Sarah Cameron(10) and Kylie Scott(9) are tensing up the scene in preparation for the new theater production to fulfill its suspense.

The Blue Ghost creeping into White Station theater…

Katie Robinson, Writer, Equipment Manager February 24, 2022

As the lights dim, Batman and Robin flash across the screen to fight off villains in this week’s serial show. Cliffhanger serials like this graced the silver screen before many films in the 1940s, and...

Located in one of the most central parts of the school, the Facing History and Ourselves mural boasts its bright colors, flashing its many details to passing students. The mural was created by art students led by Charles Berlin 30 years ago.

History in the hallways: how a 30 year old mural continues to represent White Station

Dottie Young, Writer Caye February 24, 2022

Wandering up the stairs on the south side of the main building, students typically find themselves in front of a composition of color, history and cultural representation. After 30 years, the Facing History...

High school students dancing at the 2019 India Fest take their final pose as their performance comes to an end. They received a standing ovation from the audience when they finished their choreography to the popular Bollywood song “Ghar More Pardesiya.”

How has the absence of Memphis India Fest affected South Asians in the community?

Aanya Kabra, Writer February 24, 2022

Immediately after entering the Agricenter, welcoming aromas of flavorful Indian foods, families in sparkling cultural attire and Bollywood music blasting from the stage are found. Stalls containing intricate...

Duke Smith (11) poses for a promotional photo that could be used to spread his image within the music industry. Smith has collaborated with studio producers, record labels and local rappers to increase his experience.

Independent artist Duke Smith breaks norms with his rap career

Michelle Le, Managing Editor February 22, 2022

Bottles fly, bodies pack the dancefloor and the beat pulsates as DeCorrio Smith (11), better known as Duke Smith, takes centerstage to rap. He bursts with energy that the audience cannot help but match....

All around downtown Memphis you can find how many artists express their creativity and love for this city on every other wall.

Paint splatter on Memphis

Elias Clements, Writer February 1, 2022
“I would just challenge people to look at murals and artwork and try to allow the emotion and feeling of what the artist was trying to capture come across and be felt and heard, and then formulate their own meaning from there,” Marshall said.
Nate Taylor (12) displays his set up for production in his room. He uses the larger screen above to piece together his backing tracks, or beats, and the laptop on his desk is for monitoring Discord chats and communicating with friends.

‘Savior Nate’ makes a name after six years of beat-making

Michelle Le, Managing Editor January 24, 2022

Red fades into blue on LED strip lights along the ceiling, drums echo and the ground shakes; this means Nate Taylor (12) is at work in his room, mixing melodies to create beats, also known as backing tracks....

 Different worlds, different stories and different characters, 2021’s top five Korean dramas are jam-packed with fantasy, emotion, love and mystery. “Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha”, “The  King’s Affection” (top right) and “My Name” (top left) can be found on Netflix, meanwhile “Happiness” (bottom left) and “Jirisan” (bottom right) can be found on Dramacool or Viki.

Binge worthy Korean dramas: the best of 2021

Dottie Young, Writer January 21, 2022

So you’ve heard of “Squid Game,” right? Well, there’s a whole history of record breaking Korean shows that reach beyond Netflix’s top ten. Older yet popular shows like “Boys over Flowers”...

Laura Lang’s EP “All Downhill from There” features five tracks released on Jan. 12, 2022. The cover features an array of items varying from a lighter to dollar bills to a skeleton keychain, all symbolizing a moment in Lang’s life with deep meaning.

“All Downhill from There:” Lang’s Debut EP

Sophia Aiello, A&E Team Leader January 20, 2022

Little kids dream of being a lot of things when they grow up. Some want to be an astronaut. Some want to be a dancer. Some want to be an artist. Laura Lang (11) wanted to be a musician. As a junior in...

In the variant cover for “Superman: Son of Kal-El” #5, Jon Kent (left) glances toward Jay Nakamura (right) as the two share a moment alone on a rooftop. Kent saved the life of budding activist and journalist Nakamura during an attempted college campus shooting, which initiated the friendship and eventual romance between the pair.

Superman comes out and saves the world in ‘Superman: Son of Kal-El’

Michelle Le, Managing Editor December 7, 2021

A forest fire rampaging. A college campus shooting. A refugee boat sinking. Superman averts all of these crises and more in a matter of hours, only he is not the Kryptonian Kal-El. This half-human, half-Kryptonian...

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