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Some argue that while AI can replicate musical style, it lacks the emotional depth of human-made art. AI is being used to compose, mix and even perform music, pushing the boundaries of traditional sound production.
Binary beats — AI within the music industry
With wings spread wide, the new Captain America takes flight, blending heroism and innovation. Sam Wilson’s journey as the Star-Spangled Avenger is about more than just strength, but about rewriting legacy.
Brave new “cap” or brave new flop — Captain America’s new chapter
Eddie Brock and Venom share tense moments as their chaotic partnership sways between control and destruction. The bond between them pulses with energy, a reflection of their ongoing struggle for dominance and understanding.
“Venom: The Last Dance” — a final symbiotic serenade
Beyoncé wins Best Country Album, Best Country Duo/Group Performance and Album of the Year for her album, “Cowboy Carter.” She has held the record for the most Grammy nominations since 2023.
Black artists make history at the Grammys
Stranded and determined, Mo Najjar dives into the street food hustle with his falafel taco cart. Every taco was sold with resilience and determination to find his way back home.
Mo’ than just hustle — “Mo” Season 2 review
Music has the power to express a wide range of emotions, deepening connections to the people, places and moments in people’s lives. Music has served as a universal language, bringing meaning and memories to each note and lyric.
Melodic memories — a journey through sentimental songs
Teacher Spotlight: Garcia and Shirley
Emily Greenberg’s book, ‘Alternative Facts,’ is a collection of satirical short stories focusing on prominent figures in the current American political climate. ‘Alternative Facts,’ published in 2025, is Greenberg’s first book, and its stories have won multiple awards.
Straight truths or ‘Alternative Facts’
Pads and tampons are available for all students in the main office. This initiative was started by the district some years ago and is continued through the district and community donations.
Unpacking period product access at White Station
Ellison Moore (11), a first-year writer on The Scroll, recommends the manga series “Land of the Lustrous,” illustrated and written by Haruko Ichikawa.
Hidden behind a cover — book recommendations
Cui sings at the Memphis Chinese Community Center for the 2025 Lunar New Year celebration. She has performed several times, ranging in locations from the Rose Theater to the FedExForum to the Advanced Placement (AP) grading convention.
Calculus and art — Cui’s operatic dance performances
Amanda Forasteros spent much of college abroad and took Spanish immersion classes. The University of Alicante was one of the places she stayed; it is known for its beautiful campus.
Language — a journey of determination, patience and love
From athletes to educators
Cooper Wade (9) practices batting during afterschool baseball practice. Cooper Wade hopes to play in college and professionally.
Like father like son: Players coached by their parents
Caleb Lawrence (10) assumes the ready position before a match against a Cordova High School wrestler. Caleb won this match and has wrestled him many times before the City Championships.
Wrestlers take home the City Championship title
Noah Johnson practices for games ahead. This practice was set early in the baseball season, helping hone their skills for upcoming games.
A look into the baseball team
Aldair Manuel (12) dribbles head-on against Bartlett High School. Manuel was a captain of the team during his junior year.
What it takes to lead a team
(From right to left) Kaitlyn Card (11) and Hannah Yaghini (11) pose for a picture after winning 2nd place in the Battle of the Burg. This tournament was held in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
Beyond the game — the role of friendships in sports
Block Blast!'s simple interface allows for many to play anywhere. Although seeming simple at the start, the game gets harder as the score gets higher.
Stack, blast, repeat — the Block Blast! addiction
Tingley talks directly to students to address problems posed and explain more about topics presented in class. His teaching emphasizes body language and tone to keep the classroom engaged and moving.
Beyond the classroom — an inspection of teacher mental health
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) spread through all kinds of people and relationships. Some groups are discriminated against because they can be more susceptible to certain STIs or STDs.
STD and STI cases among Memphis teens grows into an issue
Donald J. Trump entered into office for his 2nd nonconsecutive term. He has been highly controversial during his 2nd term so far.
What is going on up there — 50 days of Trump’s administration
Culture appropriation and appreciation is a topic debated amongst many people. Many have been debating how to properly respect other's culture.
Borrowed or beloved — cultural appropriation vs appreciation
On January 19th, every American TikTok user recieved a notification about TikTok's final death note. However, it had only lasted a few moments as TikTok miraculously worked.
Good luck “scrolling” without TikTok— at least you have us
Former-Superintendent Feagins observes White Station High School’s student-run garden. Feagins was terminated from her superintendent position following a 3-6 vote by board members.
Superintendent Feagins ousted after nine months in office
New year, new staff, new Station: Meet your 2022-2023 additions to the Spartan staff!
Extra credit is an opportunity for struggling students to achieve their desired grade on an assignment. In today’s hectic world, there are many reasons why students might not get the best grades, making extra credit an effective way to lessen a student’s stress about school.
Extra credit: a much needed sigh of relief
JUUL e-cigarettes have high levels of nicotine with one pod containing as much nicotine as 20 cigarettes. EVALI is a serious, sometimes fatal, lung disease caused by vaping, and thousands of cases have been reported.
Administration combats the vaping crisis
Depicted are just a few kinds of the vapes that skyrocketed teenage nicotine addiction. Vapes and e-cigarettes come in many different shapes and sizes, but most commonly, they look similar to flash drives, which allows them to go unnoticed by those unaware of what vapes are.
More than just a trend: the severity of the vaping epidemic
Daniel Gwin (11) shows off his 2020 Scholar Athlete award from the Memphis chapter of the National Football Foundation. Gwin — along with his family and coaches — met for a small ceremony in the courtyard to receive his award and scholarship information from a National Football Foundation representative.
Gwin is named the 2020 Scholar Athlete by the National Football Foundation
Small figurines of people, animals and food are on display, all made by Shelby Thompson (11). Thompson has made a variety of these figures for her friends, sometimes even modeling them in clay form.
Thompson, the gift giving guru
Cozbia Smith is the new White Station High School band director. Band practices are held by Smith four days a week from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The Spartan Legion’s overture — the rebirth of the White Station band
“My favorite memory has definitely been probably like the pep rallies or being in ROTC, definitely because you can see everyone together.” - Eleanor Gunn (12)
We asked seniors their favorite White Station memory…
A look inside The Scroll
A look inside The Scroll
Jordan Kirby (12) holds a baby lamb at Memphis Zoo. He has been volunteering at the Memphis Zoo for almost two years.
From the farmyard to the vet clinic
Emeli Moreno (12) dawns the University of Memphis’ merch, fully committing to attending its campus in the fall. Moreno plans to pursue a major in art education.
Charting their courses: Local grads head to college
The Green Room Episode 2: Filler VS Passion
The Green Room Episode 2: Filler VS Passion
The Green Room Episode 1: Memphis - The Human Experience
The Green Room Episode 1: Memphis – The Human Experience
The Greenroom Episode 1: The tensions of parent-child relationships
The Spartan Experience: Discussing Courtyard Renovations ft. Corrie Metcalf
The Spartan Experience: New Decade Edition
The Spartan Experience Episode Four: Memphis Sports
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Michael Garcia What’s a fun fact about yourself that most people do not know? “I have seen both the northern lights and the midnight...

Emily Greenberg’s book, ‘Alternative Facts,’ is a collection of satirical short stories focusing on prominent figures in the current American political climate. ‘Alternative Facts,’ published in 2025, is Greenberg’s first book, and its stories have won multiple awards.
Straight truths or ‘Alternative Facts’
Jane Mercer, Lead Copy Editor • March 18, 2025

Everybody lies — at least once in their life. If someone says they’ve never lied, they probably just did. One might lie for an honorable...

Pads and tampons are available for all students in the main office. This initiative was started by the district some years ago and is continued through the district and community donations.
Unpacking period product access at White Station
Zahra Altareb, Writer • March 17, 2025

The bell rings. You stand up from your seat and suddenly, you know you have to take a detour before your next class. You finish packing up, and...

Ellison Moore (11), a first-year writer on The Scroll, recommends the manga series “Land of the Lustrous,” illustrated and written by Haruko Ichikawa.
Hidden behind a cover — book recommendations
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Carmen Carr When did you start reading as a hobby? “[As a child,] I loved Harlequin Romance novels … these little bitty thin love...

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Teachers with backgrounds in sports are now applying the discipline, teamwork and resilience they developed on the field to their classrooms,...

Cooper Wade (9) practices batting during afterschool baseball practice. Cooper Wade hopes to play in college and professionally.
Like father like son: Players coached by their parents
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Caleb Lawrence (10) assumes the ready position before a match against a Cordova High School wrestler. Caleb won this match and has wrestled him many times before the City Championships.
Wrestlers take home the City Championship title
Alex Le, Sports Team Leader • March 18, 2025
Noah Johnson practices for games ahead. This practice was set early in the baseball season, helping hone their skills for upcoming games.
A look into the baseball team
Martin Catron, Writer • March 18, 2025
Aldair Manuel (12) dribbles head-on against Bartlett High School. Manuel was a captain of the team during his junior year.
What it takes to lead a team
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(From right to left) Kaitlyn Card (11) and Hannah Yaghini (11) pose for a picture after winning 2nd place in the Battle of the Burg. This tournament was held in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
Beyond the game — the role of friendships in sports
Grace Amgalan, Sports Team Leader • March 18, 2025
Jackson Mitchell (9) plays in a junior varsity game against Memphis University School. Mitchell’s dream team to play for in college is the Arkansas Razorbacks.
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Some argue that while AI can replicate musical style, it lacks the emotional depth of human-made art. AI is being used to compose, mix and even perform music, pushing the boundaries of traditional sound production.
Arts & Entertainment
Binary beats — AI within the music industry
Mahin Hasani, Arts and Entertainment Team Leader • March 17, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in the music industry by constructing songs, mimicking...

With wings spread wide, the new Captain America takes flight, blending heroism and innovation. Sam Wilson’s journey as the Star-Spangled Avenger is about more than just strength, but about rewriting legacy.
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Brave new “cap” or brave new flop — Captain America’s new chapter
Mahin Hasani, Arts and Entertainment Team Leader • March 17, 2025

The bustling streets of Washington, D.C., hum with anticipation as a new era dawns on the Marvel Cinematic...

Eddie Brock and Venom share tense moments as their chaotic partnership sways between control and destruction. The bond between them pulses with energy, a reflection of their ongoing struggle for dominance and understanding.
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“Venom: The Last Dance” — a final symbiotic serenade
Mahin Hasani, Arts and Entertainment Team Leader • March 17, 2025

Eddie Brock has always been a man on the edge, a reporter willing to risk it all for a story. But he...

Beyoncé wins Best Country Album, Best Country Duo/Group Performance and Album of the Year for her album, “Cowboy Carter.” She has held the record for the most Grammy nominations since 2023.
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Black artists make history at the Grammys
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Block Blast!'s simple interface allows for many to play anywhere. Although seeming simple at the start, the game gets harder as the score gets higher.
Stack, blast, repeat — the Block Blast! addiction
Ellison Moore, Writer • March 20, 2025
Tingley talks directly to students to address problems posed and explain more about topics presented in class. His teaching emphasizes body language and tone to keep the classroom engaged and moving.
Beyond the classroom — an inspection of teacher mental health
Ellison Moore, Writer • March 19, 2025
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) spread through all kinds of people and relationships. Some groups are discriminated against because they can be more susceptible to certain STIs or STDs.
STD and STI cases among Memphis teens grows into an issue
Ellison Moore, Writer • March 18, 2025
Donald J. Trump entered into office for his 2nd nonconsecutive term. He has been highly controversial during his 2nd term so far.
What is going on up there — 50 days of Trump’s administration
Aashrita Marpadaga, Viewpoint Team Leader • March 18, 2025
Culture appropriation and appreciation is a topic debated amongst many people. Many have been debating how to properly respect other's culture.
Borrowed or beloved — cultural appropriation vs appreciation
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