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

Cons: The argument for technology in the classroom

Kathryn Todd February 26, 2019

Walk into a classroom at White Station, and you will most likely find a student using personal technology—be it a phone or laptop. Despite the obvious benefits, usage of personal technology in the classroom...

 Recent surveys report that the most popular resolutions of 2019 circle around improving health and self-care overall.

How to keep your New Year’s resolutions from failing

Jessica Lam February 26, 2019

“New year, new me.” Everywhere on social media, people of all ages and backgrounds post their New Year’s resolutions, but how many will fulfill their goal at the end of the year? Every year,...

There are two different methods for working in the classroom: the classic pen and paper or technology. Neither is the best choice to the other; each option has its own benefits and drawbacks in the classroom.

The case for technology in the classroom

Justin Kouch February 7, 2019

The benefits of having technology in the classroom heavily outweigh the drawbacks of not having any in the classroom. Using technology during class time allows students to collaborate on projects and...

The argument for applying to fewer colleges

The argument for applying to fewer colleges

Jillian Maxwell February 1, 2019

College is the most pressing topic on most seniors’ minds right now. Although students might feel pressured to apply to as many colleges as possible, this choice can prove to be stress-inducing. “Do...

Despite the growing amount of social media sites allowing people to post and share information anytime and anywhere they want, teens have to be aware of certain internet safety precautions.

The importance of internet safety in the realm of social media

Justin Kouch December 18, 2018

Yoohoo. Ding. Swoosh. The sounds of social media ring through our lives, controlling what we do every day. The vast amount of choices for social media allows everyone to text, tweet, snap or post anything...

Known for his political endorsements, Rapper Kanye West greets President Donald Trump during a visit to the Oval Office in October, displaying his support in a “Make America Great Again” hat.

How celebrities and politics are mixing in a new age of endorsement

Dinah Patt December 18, 2018

Celebrities, just like “normal” people, are capable of forming their own political opinions. What makes them different is that they often can use their fame or talents to influence the masses on such...

Gary Johnson, the 2016 Libertarian Party presidential nominee, was one of the several third-party candidates who attracted voters unhappy with the major party nominees.

The political role of third parties

Jessica Lam December 18, 2018

Voters, faced with two unpopular major party candidates, are often forced to choose the “lesser of two evils.” The other option? Voting third party. Today, the three largest third parties are the...

Seniors consider the costs and likelihood of admissions when applying to few or many colleges. Applying to a greater amount of colleges can be costly; however, applying to a smaller number can put your chances of admission at risk.

The argument for applying to many colleges

Justin Kouch November 17, 2018

Many people remember their senior year as the best year of high school, but for some, the last year before college is the most stressful yet. With college applications and decisions right around the corner,...

An easily concealed device, the Juul has infiltrated the teen market and is popping up in schools across the nation. The product’s long-term health effects are not known, but its pervasiveness has worried parents and the FDA alike, both afraid of another nicotine-addicted generation.

Teen juuling: a national addiction crisis

Sloan Huebner, Editor in Chief November 17, 2018

It’s small, easily concealed, and the most popular product in the rapidly expanding e-cigarette market right now. But it doesn’t even look like a cigarette. The Juul does not differ greatly from...

Nike’s advertising spans the globe, and the controversial Colin Kaepernick ad is no different. Pedestrians and drivers in downtown Manhattan are treated to an image of the football player’s face and a quote from the video.

Nike ad: touchdown or fumble?

Dinah Patt November 17, 2018

To an athlete or a worshipper, kneeling is a sign of respect, but to the National Football League, it is a punishable offense. Just ask former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick, who was...

Over 72,000 Americans died from drug overdoses in 2017, a two-fold increase over only a decade.

Celebrity tragedies prompt hard discussions about addiction

Jessica Lam October 23, 2018

“Blue Slide Park” rapper dies at 26 in his Los Angeles home. Camp Rock popstar hospitalized for alleged overdose. 2018 has been a year of tragedies in the entertainment industry. Most recently,...

The all-Asian cast of Crazy Rich Asians (italicized) celebrates a record box office turnout after its premiere on Aug. 15.

Crazy Rich Asians is a victory for minority representation

Jessica Lam, Viewpoint September 18, 2018

After 25 years, Asian Americans receive a win in the film industry. Crazy Rich Asians, the first major Hollywood movie with an all-Asian cast since The Joy Luck Club in 1993, has sparked positive reactions...

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