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

Dee Dee Blanchard, pictured on the right, suffered from Munchausen by proxy syndrome. She both caused and faked illnesses in her daughter, Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who is pictured on the left.

Twice imprisoned, now free

Jane Mercer, Podcast Director February 9, 2024

After being told she had sleep apnea, leukemia, muscular dystrophy and needed a wheelchair and feeding tube, she discovered her life had been built off lies.  Gypsy Rose Blanchard was born to Claudine...

 Katt Williams performs during his “Katt Williams: The Dark Matter Tour.” He has been an active comedian since around 1999.

Bitter or exposing the truth?: the Katt Williams Interview

Lei'lah Stocklin, Writer February 9, 2024

Over fifty-six million views, social media in shambles and comedians trying to save face. This is what followed the release of the almost three hour interview of Katt Williams on Shannon Sharpe’s YouTube...

 Christopher Robbins poses after receiving the district’s Instructional Teacher Superhero Distinction for the month of November. He has been working in high school education for 20 years.

Robbins’ superb teaching earns him recognition

Lei'lah Stocklin, Writer February 9, 2024

Every month  Memphis-Shelby County Schools (MSCS) honors teachers who stand out beyond the rest with their Instructional Teacher Superhero Distinction.  In November, Christopher Robbins was nominated...

Rishabh Sen (12) stands with his parents Saunak Sen and Suheeta Roy. Both Saunak Sen and Roy work at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, the former as a professor of Biostatistics and the latter as an assistant professor of Genetics and Genomics.

Beyond the lecture hall — students with professor parents

Kate Metcalf, News and Features Team Leader February 9, 2024

The college question looms in the minds of students as their time in high school comes to an end. Yet, many students are left with unanswered questions about what will be expected of them during the next...

The screenshot is taken directly from Michael Ayers’s Instagram account. It depicted him acting as a “watch” for students getting to class on time.

Mr. Ayers on social media

Celeste Cruz, Writer February 9, 2024

Depending on who you ask and on what day, Vice Principal Mr. Michael Ayers is known as amusing and friendly or strict and scary. Whether someone’s opinion is positive or negative, no one can deny the...

Algebra 1 teacher Kelci Massey presents her ginkgo leaf tattoo. She decided to get this tattoo because ginkgo leaves are her grandmother’s favorite.

Spartan teachers with tattoos

Robin Guthrie, Writer February 8, 2024

Since the popularization of tattoos in the seventies, more and more people across the world are becoming inked. Now, in 2024, it is not uncommon to see people of all professions with a visible tattoo....

Emma Wang (9) holds up her medals after the Louisville, KY Springhurst New Year’s Tennis Competition. She placed third after four hours on the court during the quarterfinals.

Conquering the court: The start of Wang’s high school tennis career

Robin Guthrie, Writer February 8, 2024

Whoosh. A neon green blur traverses through the atmosphere, a beacon of victory to come. A racket swings, bouncing the ball back over the net. This continues for hours at a time, the two opponents locked...

Vice Principal Michael Ayers (pictured above) directs traffic from 2:15 to 2:30 most days after school. He lets waves of cars through at a time, clearing up traffic as efficiently as possible.

Motorized moshpit — welcome to the Spartan parking lot

Kate Metcalf, News and Features Team Leader February 8, 2024

  Why go to a Monster Truck event when the White Station High School (WSHS) parking lot is so close to home? Although the parking lot itself isn’t as wild as a car show, the drama, crashes...

Working in tandem, Arielle Brent (12) and Jaiden Goodman (12) navigate the responsibilities of being a leader. They aim to foster a sense of community among the students.

Behind the scenes: senior class officers unveiled

Erick Lobos, Writer January 5, 2024

The Class of ‘24 has elected Arielle Brent and Jaiden Goodman as their senior class officers to lead them through their final year of high school. Both of these students offer unique perspectives in...

Celeste Cruz (11) and Dontae Jordan (11) are this year’s junior class officers. The two plan to redefine what it means to lead with passion and purpose.

Behind the scenes: junior class officers unveiled

Erick Lobos, Writer January 5, 2024

In an era of dynamic change and innovation, the Class of ‘25 has elected not one, but two class officers for their junior year. Meet the dynamic duo Celeste Cruz (11) and Dontae Jordan (11), the individuals...

Narjis Alabes (12) photographs a protest in support of Palestine across Downtown Memphis. Attendees made signs saying “Free Palestine” and other phra

Local protests in support of Palestine

Sophia Turner, Editor-in-Chief December 14, 2023

“Ceasefire now” rings along downtown Memphis as Narjis Alabes (12) shouts along with the voices of  hundreds of fellow protestors from the FedEx Forum to Tom Lee Park to show support for Palestine.  The...

A students guide to enjoying Memphis

A student’s guide to enjoying Memphis

Shania Moore, Layout Lead December 14, 2023

Overton Square - Overton Square, located in the heart of Memphis, is a vibrant and historic entertainment district known for its mix of restaurants, bars, theaters and shops. This cultural hub hosts...

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