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

 Friends and family of French and English teacher N’Koumitcha Tassa dance on Jan. 1 to ring in the New Year. The group danced a traditional dance of Togo.

Connecting with culture during New Year’s

Ellie Pappas, Copyedit Lead January 30, 2023

All around the world, people ring in the New Year at midnight on Jan. 1. While shooting fireworks is one of the most common traditions, there are many other unique ways that people commemorate the...

Katelyn Cherry stands in front of her seventh period class. The lights were off because she was showing the students a powerpoint.

Cherry joins the spartan staff

Madeline Breunig, Writer January 2, 2023

With Rachel Kannady, former sociology and anatomy teacher, taking on new opportunities, Katelyn Cherry fills the teaching role she left behind. Cherry is now teaching anatomy, physiology and sociology....

The White Station Math Team (middle row) huddles together to solve logic puzzles at an event at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. All teams competed to solve the puzzles for small prizes.

Math team competes at Harvard and MIT

Sophia Marmion, Writer December 20, 2022

Countless students dream of striding through the halls of Harvard and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, but for eight members of the White Station Math Team, this dream became reality....

The first article on the “Red Herring Journal” website addresses a YouTube video that is attempting to discredit systemic racism. Mallory creates his own graphics for his articles and goes in depth about his own ideologies as well as combatting opposing ones.

Mallory debuts political blog ‘Red Herring Journal’

Sari Richmond, Managing Editor December 20, 2022

Elderly men in navy and gray suits behind closed doors discussing the ambiguities of economics and social rights have served as a stereotype for American politics consistently since the country’s...

Various Youth Committee members help set up decorations around the Pickering Center. Attendees were able to play cornhole, which served as one of the games played at the Youth Festival.

Telugu Association of Memphis hosts Youth Fest

Megan Shipp, Writer December 20, 2022

The Telugu Association of Memphis (TAM) has existed for 41 years and in those years has had countless cultural festivals. However, it recently held its Youth Festival; its main purpose being not...

Tales of White Station have spread far and wide among students from other schools. The use of social media has increased the spread of stories and events among adolescents.

Infestation or intelligence — how do outsiders REALLY view White Station?

Kirana Richmond, Writer December 20, 2022

Who wouldn’t want their child going to a school known for academic success and prestige? Known for having 32 Advanced Placement courses, 12 National Merit Semifinalists and nearly half of the school...

Perry Shu’s (12) graphic design for Jason Tang’s (12) album “BAJF.” Although he only worked on the Spotify Canvas, Shu was able to practice layering, lighting and animation.

Perry Shu’s world of graphic design

Kate Metcalf, Writer December 19, 2022

Hours spent in front of a computer screen and sleepless nights that turn into weary mornings — all carried out to create a final product: the latest gaming banner. Perry Shu’s (12) love for...

(Clockwise from top) Matthew Shi (12), Peter Shi (11), Perry Shu (12) and Eilene Liu (12) research how to play mahjong. The game, which originated in China in the 19th century, was one of the potential activities for the night.

AAPI: gathering to give thanks

Ellie Pappas, Copyedit Lead December 19, 2022

Amara Sok (12) has not decided what to bring yet  — egg rolls or sushi? If she chooses egg rolls, she’ll do both a vegetarian and a meat option to make sure more members can eat. If she selects...

The leader of the JROTC Knowledge Bowl, Sarah Terhune (11), talks to Second Lieutenant Andrew Yount (10) before the competition. The team beat Cordova High School, one of their toughest competitors.

JROTC knowledge bowl team prepares for another successful year

Madeline Breunig, Writer December 8, 2022

Marching in line to achieve another victory, the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) frantically studies and memorizes possible questions word for word for their upcoming knowledge bowl...

Lekenda Chavers (10) promotes her product through social media and her website, www.lrlemonade.com. She currently sells six flavors which include original, mango, berry, watermelon, passionfruit and a mystery-flavored lemonade.

Lekenda’s Rockin Lemonade squeezes its way to success

Hannah Lam, Sports Team Leader December 8, 2022

When life gives Lekenda Chavers (10) lemons, she builds her lemonade empire. From juicing lemons to creating her own branding to selling bottles in stores, Chavers has improved her lemonade business, Lekenda’s...

Outside of school counselor Tamala Brown-Malone’s office hangs a flier for her new club — the Morale Boosters Club. The flier was designed by Brown-Malone and founding member Akaia Bobo (12), who drew the hot air balloons as an ode to the club’s motto: “we rise by lifting others.”

Spreading the light: the Morale Boosters Club

Ellie Pappas, Copyedit Lead December 6, 2022

What is morale? Is it heart? Is it enthusiasm? Is it spirit? Yes, it’s all of these and more. But, if one is still unsure about what the definition of morale is, counselor Tamala Brown-Malone’s Morale...

During lunches and after-school hours, Madhi Hamade (11) walks around school looking for a subject to interview. Videos range from two to five minutes long and both the interview questions and the subjects always vary.

Can I ask you a question?

Kate Metcalf, Writer November 28, 2022

With over 7,000 views and 500+ followers, @afeyam has established its presence on TikTok. The account’s creator, Madhi Hamade (11), showcases the students of White Station using his on-the-spot...

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