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

(Left to right, top to bottom) Lena Zeng (12), Yidan Zeng and Lily Zeng celebrate Lena’s second birthday. Lily and Yidan are both older than Lena, three years and 13 years respectively.

To all of the siblings I’ve loved before

Ellen Tan, Layout Team February 12, 2024

Many older siblings have been by their younger siblings’ side since the moment the younger sibling opened their eyes. Whether it was to witness their first step, their first day of school or even their...

The notorious Drunk Elephant was deemed as one of 2023’s most trendy beauty/skincare lines. Their products are loved due to their cute packaging and ingredient selection

Sephora is under attack … by 10 year olds?

Aashrita Marpadaga, Online Editor February 8, 2024

“It’s so preppy in here!” marked the start of the Internet’s humor war against, some might say, the professional invaders, expert intimidators and successful conquerors of Sephora. The weapons...

AAVE or African American Vernacular English describes a dialect of American English that is primarily spoken by African American and Black communities in the United States. However, those that use AAVE often face the stereotype of being uneducated or dumb.

AAVE vs blaccent; A debate on cultural appropriation

Shania Moore, Layout Lead January 9, 2024

High school hallways echo not only with the shuffling of textbooks, but also with diverse language—each sentence exhibits an aspect of identity and culture. African American Vernacular English (AAVE)...

A study from Northwestern University sampled American adults from 2006 to 2018 and 2011 to 2018 and found that the Flynn effect was reversed. The steepest trends where the IQ, or intelligence quotient, decreased occurred for people aged 18-22 and with lower levels of education.

Coming back from the pandemic: the effects of online learning

Ellen Tan, Layout Team December 14, 2023

In academic settings, the intelligence quotient (IQ) has been used to determine things like whether or not a student would need more or less help with completing schoolwork or what classes a student should...

The East parking lot has been transformed into a parent drop-off zone. Parents are guided by Mr. Bowen and Sergeant Boyd through the two outer lanes of the lot, most stopping near the East gym to let their students out.

Opinions on new student parking regulations

Shania Moore, Layout Lead December 14, 2023

During the 2022-2023 school year, students had the freedom to choose exactly where they wanted to park — based on factors such as proximity to first period and where their friends were parking. Now that...

A blocked page warning shown on a Memphis Shelby County School’s devices because it involves sexual education. The blocked website gives information about teen birth rates from a recognized source about sexual health.

Destigmatizing teen pregnancy

Megan Shipp, Viewpoint Team Leader December 14, 2023

Teen pregnancy is always a highly debated topic, but why? There is always a vocal critic of teen pregnancy and how it happens, yet in many schools, safe sex practices are still not taught—or not taught...

Hatler poses with his newly bought signs. A multitude of signs were placed both in his district and around the school.

High school senior runs for Memphis city council

Megan Shipp, Viewpoint Team Leader December 14, 2023

Most have never heard of a high schooler running for the local political office, but that did not stop Luke Hatler (12). Hatler always planned to be involved in politics. What started as a joke between...

Students experiencing senioritis can be seen putting their heads down and sleeping during class. Senioritis makes some students feel unwilling to participate in class.

Senioritis: A widespread epidemic

Chitkala Alli, Managing Editor December 12, 2023

Put yourself in the shoes of a senior in high school. You can see the finish line, you’re almost there—but first you have a two page essay due by midnight and a math test tomorrow. After nearly thirteen...

 Minimalism, shown on the left, incorporates white shades and simple furniture to display an advanced and expensive look. While maximalism, shown on the right, made use of flashy artistry to create a striking statement.

Minimalism and maximalism influences pop culture immensely

Aashrita Marpadaga, Online Editor December 8, 2023

Vibrant, multicolored, polka-dotted bows or classic, monochromatic, elegant earrings—take a pick. Minimalism and maximalism have become a form of self-expression for each generation by providing the...

From left to right, Sari Richmond (12), Elaina Chen (12), and Kate Engstrom (12) attend  Christian Brother High School’s prom. The prom was held at the Fedex Event Center in Shelby Farms on April 28.

Spartans preparing for Prom 2023

Evan Easley, Lead Copyeditor December 8, 2023

Gorgeous dresses, lively music and countless photos. Before the class of ‘23 dons their graduation caps, they go out to party and have fun one last time in their high school career. The 2023 White Station...

An anti-Willow poster plasters one of the walls near the main office. The White Station Environmental Alliance has protested the project and encouraged students to sign a petition to stop its construction.

The Willow Project piercing Alaska

Evan Easley, Lead Copyeditor December 8, 2023

Alaska. A frigid, ecologically bounteous but fragile environment. Environmental preservation laws typically protect Arctic environments, and Alaska is usually no exception. The Willow Project— the largest...

People protest for trans rights in London in September 2020. Many such protests have occurred as the trans community grows more prevalent in society.

Transgender rights: a battle for acceptance

Evan Easley, Lead Copyeditor December 8, 2023

Through the last decade, many new icons have flown alongside the American flag. The colors and groups they represent vary, but they are all united under that iconic rainbow flag. The public emergence of...

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