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

The 2021-2022 dress code policy is updated with new restrictions. Students have expressed their strong opinions against it, but others find the regulations reasonable for a school environment.

Discriminatory dress code policy angers students

Renata Bayazitova, Social Media Manager October 4, 2021

White Station High School has long been known for its diversity of ethnicities, religions and sociopolitical backgrounds of students. It is often applauded for its talented group of administrative staff...

After a busy opening day at Baptist Corporate Headquarters, Tim Shirley (middle) celebrates the product of his hard work. The whereabouts of ¡Mexico in Memphis! can be found on Instagram and Facebook, @mexicoinmemphis.

¡Mexico in Memphis!: Shirley’s creative twist on Mexican food

Hannah Lam, Online Editor October 1, 2021

As Tim Shirley, the husband of Angelica Shirley, a Spanish teacher at White Station, looked across the sunset of Acapulco, Mexico years ago, he stood with his new bride, and an immense love for her culture...

Charged with pent-up energy from last year’s nonexistent season, the girls soccer team warms up and prepares to play their first game in a season with only one team instead of the regular two. Seniors experience their last season in a unique way, and underclassmen prepare to play alongside their veteran varsity counterparts.

Girls soccer team plunges into an all varsity comeback season

Sari Richmond, Sports Team Leader October 1, 2021

Shouts of victory and the thuds of cleats on grass fill the air alongside the distant shriek of a whistle. While these occurrences are normal for any Lady Spartans soccer game, this season is anything...

Mrs. Harden helps a student with an assignment for her new class, Fundamentals of Teaching. This class is a recent addition to the WSHS curriculum, which allows students to explore teaching as a profession.

Students get a glimpse into the world of teaching with the new Fundamentals of Teaching class

Chase Pittman, Writer October 1, 2021

Most students have no idea what it’s like to be a teacher; they go to class and do their work but are only ever able to experience school as a student. Two new classes, which allow students to bridge...

Celia Gross (11) arrives in Memphis, TN after applying to be a foreign exchange student in the United States. Although she traveled all the way from Weinheim, Germany, Gross has become accustomed to her new environment as a student at White Station High School.

German exchange student Celia Gross brings new cultural perspective to White Station

CJ Santo October 1, 2021

A plane from Weinheim, Germany headed for the United States takes off. Aboard the flight, Celia Gross (11) awaits her year as a foreign exchange student at White Station High School. New to the states,...

Seth Burgess tells his students a personal anecdote while they work on assignments. Fridays are usually designated as fun workdays for his students when they can work and talk with classmates simultaneously.

Burgess’ kickoff teaching at White Station

Hannia Antunez, Writer October 1, 2021

Returning to school has not been easy for both students and teachers, but new teacher Seth Burgess has quickly won over his students with his unconventional ways of managing his Advanced Placement (AP)...

Matthew Kim (12) observes the outcome of his shot during a golf match. After winning the Class AA Girl’s and Boy’s Championships, the golf team is prepared to take on regionals.

Golf team takes on a new season

Clara Thompson, Writer October 1, 2021

Square your feet, straighten your arms, swing. This year, the golf team has a multitude of new players. Player Matthew Kim (12) has golfed since he was four years old but became serious about the sport...

 Before “Donda’s” official release in Aug. 2021, Kanye debuts his album at a stadium concert, displaying meaningful visuals and the album’s tracks. With 27 songs in total, Kanye West’s “Donda” has a large range of genres, themes and features that complete the album.

A look into ‘Donda:’ Kanye West’s newest album

Dottie Young September 30, 2021

After almost two months of teasing fans and pushing back his release, Kanye West released his latest album ‘Donda,’ stirring up an intriguing array of reactions and criticism. West’s album is composed...

Senior Highlights

Katie Lamm, Editor-in-Chief June 11, 2021

What’s some advice you would give to underclassmen? “Have fun and live in the moment. Before you even realize, it'll be over!” Eli Cruthirds said. What’s one big thing you have learned...

Both Instagram thrift accounts that students Kim Le (left) and Ben Nganga (right) own are focusing on selling highly demanded college apparel. They each incorporated their own unique skills into building a small thrifting business through social media.

Le and Nganga open their own small business through Instagram

Renata Bayazitova, Writer June 8, 2021

Everyone loves to thrift, but does everyone always have the time for it? Driving to and from different thrift stores and taking hours out of your day rummaging through racks with a hundred clothes on them...

Olivia Rodrigo released “SOUR” on May 21, featuring a colorful album cover. This cover can be seen on merchandise from Olivia’s website and even on the face of a box of limited edition Sour Patch Kids.

Olivia Rodrigo’s “SOUR” is the breakup album for this generation

CJ Santo, Writer June 7, 2021

From Disney Channel star to chart-topping musician, Olivia Rodrigo has taken the world by storm with her debut album, “SOUR.” Millions of listeners have found solace in the bittersweet sound and relatable...

Heads-in-a-box: senior college edition

Dottie Young, Writer June 7, 2021

What was your reaction to being accepted into an Ivy, and what was your application process like?  "I was super surprised," Graham Ross said. "I was in disbelief at first because Cornell was one...

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