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

From one senior to another…

Alice Willard, Head of Layout April 5, 2022

Hey rising senior, It’s almost time for you to tackle the infamous, mythical beast: senior year. All your hard work has led to this moment. You are finally the big-dog on campus, and it’s your turn...

On the first day of the 2021-2022 school year, Superintendent Joris Ray made the rounds and welcomed students from multiple schools in the district. His “Reimagining 901” plan has driven the board and the district in a new direction after returning from a fully virtual school year.

Memphis-Shelby County Schools rebrand

Alice Willard, Head of Layout February 25, 2022

From Memphis City Schools to Shelby County Schools to the upcoming Memphis-Shelby County Schools, the largest public school district in Tennessee has taken on many names. Since his unanimous appointment...

Members of the Amnesty Club place their painted handprints on a banner in solidarity of the gun violence crisis. The group received recognition from Amnesty International USA for their efforts in breaking the cycle of gun violence.

America’s most dangerous city

Alice Willard, Head of Layout January 27, 2022

Gunshots echo through the streets and bullets ricochet as Memphians endure the dangerous gun violence that plagues the city. After a Wall St. study declared Memphis the most dangerous city in the United...

Grace Goodson (left front) and her co-worker at Baskin Robbins manage the cash register and display the day’s bounty. Freezers full of ice cream await their scooping and readiness to serve customers.

Fast food families

Alice Willard, Head of Layout December 7, 2021

Whether it be out of necessity or for enjoyment, many upperclassmen take on the responsibility that comes with starting their first jobs. Students like Ford Abney (12), who works at Torchy’s, start jobs...

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.

Dress codes encourage comfort and consistency

Alice Willard, Head of Layout October 2, 2021

Dress codes in public schools have long been a contentious topic. Students, teachers, parents and administration tussle to come to a common ground on what is appropriate and who should get to decide on...

Surrounded by the marching band, Yuan led White Station’s color guard team through a 2019 football halftime performance. The color guard team has grown in popularity because of Yuan’s leadership and contribution to the sport.

Yuan waves goodbye to Sparta

Alice Willard, Head of Layout June 2, 2021

From color guard captain to theater historian to Executive Board co-president, Lynx Yuan (12) has done it all. Juggling sports, clubs and academics is a stressful balancing act for any student, but factoring...

Sometimes spending over a year on the International Space Station (ISS), NASA’s finest astronauts orbit the earth in the state of the art modular space station. Through the ISS, scientists are able to research and experiment with the latest technologies.

Space travel’s lasting impact on the future

Alice Willard, Writer April 20, 2021

“Houston, we have a problem,” astronaut and pilot Jack Swiger famously uttered as he realized his spacecraft, Apollo 13, would not be able to complete its lunar landing. Even 50 years ago during that...

Spanish teacher Simone Gray incorporates dual monitors to allow for multitasking. PPE and headphones are a must when surrounded by students in the same room, but different virtual classes.

Teachers return to in-person learning

Alice Willard April 20, 2021

Students and teachers alike fill formerly empty classrooms with the familiar cacophony of keyboard clacking, dry erase marker squeaking and pencil scratching. Per Shelby County Schools’ regulations,...

Though he is no longer in office, Donald Trump’s impeachment trial took place on Feb. 9, 2021.There, he faced charges surrounding the raid at the Capitol, while setting a few historical precedents.

President sets precedent: Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial

Alice Willard, Writer February 19, 2021

Former president Donald Trump has made history, facing charges of inciting an insurrection after his supporters raided and broke into the U.S. Capitol Building on Jan. 6. Earlier that day, Trump gave a...

Orchestra teacher Dr. Palmer brought in two guest speakers from the University of Memphis to help teach students about enrollment and furthering their music education after highschool. Harvey Felder, director of orchestral activities, and Heather Hampton, recruitment and enrollment officer, spoke to orchestra classes to provide students with valuable information for their futures.

Teachers adapt to virtual learning

Alice Willard December 9, 2020

Please turn your cameras on. Unmute your mics. Can everyone hear me? Everyday, teachers ask this series of questions since the SCS decision to switch to virtual learning. Previously-filled desks, chairs...

In a poll released on The Scroll’s Instagram, data was collected from White Station students about their opinions on cancel culture. With the majority against cancel culture, debate-sparking beliefs are few and far between.

Why Cancel Culture is Socially Beneficial

Alice Willard October 22, 2020

You can cancel credit cards, gym memberships and hotel rooms. Now, you can cancel people. When something is cancelled, it is discarded, rescinded, revoked. Finished. This same principle applies to so-called...

From poll data via the Scroll’s Instagram, the majority of students have agreed that racial tensions are the primary concern this election. As the election approaches, student voters continue to consider a variety of topics, including COVID-19; this is the first year that coronavirus will play a role in a presidential race.

Student voters use their voices this election year

Alice Willard October 22, 2020

Young voters are the future of the United States, but how will their opinions influence this election year? 350,000 people under the age of 25 voted in the 2016 election, but that number is expected to...

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