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

Sophomore Lily Zeng warms up her violin before her audition. Just like an athlete might, musicians must prepare their muscles prior to performances.

Orchestra students audition for selective West Tennessee ensemble

Emlyn Polatty December 6, 2018

After preparing and practicing their music for weeks, orchestra students from across West Tennessee gathered at Briarcrest Christian school on Nov. 17 to audition for the selective All West orchestra....

At a competition in West Virginia, Jie Wang(11) is critiqued by a judge after she finishes her composition.

Keys to success: a look into White Station’s pianists

Caitlin Tate November 13, 2018

Whether it be for a sport, instrument or language—mastery takes time, dedication and an incredible amount of passion. At White Station High, Jie Wang (11), Catherine He (12) and Stephanie He (12) have...

Part of the Orpheum Theatre’s marquee hangs against a partly cloudy October sky. The theatre, which was rebuilt in 1928, still remains host to a number of touring Broadway shows and other performing arts opportunities every year.

The Orpheum gears up for a star-studded Broadway season

Kennedy Ray, Business Manager November 13, 2018

Adapted from the star-studded shows lined up on Broadway, seven shows are set to entertain Memphis audiences until July of 2019 at the Orpheum Theatre. The French Revolution classic, Les Misérables, is...

White Station students debut their music via SoundCloud

White Station students debut their music via SoundCloud

Ricki Le November 13, 2018

SoundCloud reaches over 175 million global users monthly, making it one of the largest music platforms available. The music service’s unique ability to give every single person an opportunity to create...

Post Malone brings the energy as he performs at the Mempho Music Festival. The event, held on Oct. 6 and 7, has seen tremendous growth since its debut last year.

MEMPHO Music Festival: a second year success

Sarah Haggitt, Writer November 13, 2018

People with a passion for late nights, dancing in sweaty crowds and singing along with their favorite musicians enjoyed the weekend at MEMPHO Music Festival. Big River Productions held its second annual...

Kelley (11) excitedly displays the Grand Jury Prize for her film “The Death of Hip Hop.”

The face behind the film: Janay Kelley wins Indie Memphis Youth Film Festival

Kathryn Todd November 13, 2018

Steven Spielberg. Wes Anderson. George Lucas. These are all well-known directors. But did you know there is an award-winning filmographer at White Station? Her name is Janay Kelley. Sept. 8 marked the...

Symphony musician mentors orchestra students through citywide program

Emlyn Polatty November 13, 2018

As orchestra students shuffle in to class, a woman is already awaiting them, sitting in the back near the violins and violas. Memphis Symphony violinist Marisa Polesky observes the interactions among the...

A depiction of Travis Scott’s “Astroworld,” originally hand-drawn by Hayden Thornton (11).

Astroworld: bop or flop?

Kennedy Ray, Business Manager September 18, 2018

Have you ever been to Six Flags: Astroworld? No? Neither has anyone else. The beloved famous amusement park, after which Travis Scott’s recent album is named, shut down in 2005. In an interview with...

White Station choir students explore Germany

White Station choir students explore Germany

Ricki Le September 18, 2018

Traveling abroad is a rare opportunity for most high school students. With hectic schoolwork, daily commitments and no time for self-care, traveling is not even on the radar of many students. Nevertheless,...

One act auditions provide first theatre opportunity of the school year

One act auditions provide first theatre opportunity of the school year

Emlyn Polatty September 7, 2018

From warm-ups to cold reads, auditions for Alan Haehnel’s Making Nice gave a snapshot of the great theatrical talent present at White Station. Unlike many audition processes, that of directors Chloe...

Czech it out: Memphis in May

Czech it out: Memphis in May

Ricki Le May 30, 2018

Memphis in May. We hear about it all the time, but what is it? From Beale Street Music Festival, which promotes Memphis as a growing and thriving city, to student exchange trips that highlight different...

Lizzie Boyer poses with her art piece.

Seniors reflect on their art and contests

Isis Davis May 30, 2018

Art is a way of expressing an artist’s message. At White Station High School, art students are submitting their work to compete for awards, recognition or opportunities to further explore their passions....

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