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SZA and Kendrick Lamar announced the co-headlining “Grand National Tour” shortly before the release of “Lana”, the deluxe reissue of SZA’s 2022 album “SOS”. The “Grand National Tour” will visit cities such as St. Louis, Atlanta, and Houston.
Looking at ‘Lana’ — SZA’s newest album
Henry Tang (11) visits a courtyard in China that contains many things to view. He sits beside a statue with a sign that mentions Fujian, meaning “happy establishment.”
A throwback in time through thrifts and threads
In Tyler the Creator’s new album “Chromakopia”, he wears a mask representing himself to display a message of hiding ones true self. He later takes the mask off and lets the truth “run free.”
Unmasking the truth — the secrets behind Chromakopia
“Abbott Elementary” is an ABC comedy series. The series centers around a group of instructors who teach at a Philadelphia public school.
Welcome to another year at Abbott
Drum majors Mia Matthews (11) and Xander Martin (12) pose with their first-place trophy. The Spartan Legion won first place in Division AA in the Whitehaven High School Battle of the Bands.
Battle of the Bands
White Station High School Key Club members give out candy to a family at the Memphis Zoo’s Zoo Boo. The family is dressed as the Gru family from the “Despicable Me” film franchise.
‘Tis the season – the holidays of fall and winter
Aditi Arunprakash (11) gives a presentation during the 901 Hacks Championship. Arunprakash founded the Entrepreneurship Club, which hosted the competition, during the 2023-2024 school year.
Passion and purpose — the White Station entrepreneurship club
Adaria Crutcher (12) is the Managing Editor for the Scroll and the co-founder of StoryUnfinished, a mental health awareness group. Crutcher’s efforts helped her win the Keeper of the Dream award, given to those that are continuing Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy.
White Station students showcase the best of black excellence
Different from the Common App and Coalition App applications, QuestBridge’s National College Match application opens in late July and closes in early October. Finalists are notified in mid-October and prepare their supplementals for their ranked schools. They will be notified if they “matched” with their school in early December.
Now what will it be, Early Decision or Restrictive Early Action?
Newly installed benches lie around tulip poplar tree saplings near the front of the school. The entire process had taken almost a year and had finally been completed.
Eagle Scouts soar to promote community service
Cannon Barron (12) is a teacher assistant (TA) for George Richardson’s 4th period Advanced Placement (AP) Chemistry class. Part of Barron and his fellow TAs’ job is to prepare labs for the students who take AP Chemistry.
From classmate to class aide — teacher assistants
Members of the Communications team review photos on one of their cameras. The Communications team has previously covered school events and programs like Black History Month and Homecoming.
What’s up White Station!
Kobe Bryant shoots a free throw at a game against Central High School. The Spartans won 76-75 that day.
Kobe Bryant — dominating the high school court
College football from the high school perspective
Mason McNiell’s (11) fantasy team roster is pictured. Many of his star players, such as Stephen Curry and Victor Wembanyama, are on DTD (day-to-day), meaning that they may or may not play in their next game.
Students’ experience in the world of fantasy basketball
Winter Sports Superlatives
Demarcus Covington’s (12) tattoo is pictured above. The acronym etched into his skin stands for ‘pray until something happens.’
Blood, sweat and ink
Sammy Kheril (12) catches an important throw in order to move forward. Kheril received the ball with intent to help create a winning run.
Rugby team secures fourth place at states
Paxson Abney (12) is a first-time voter and election poll worker for the 2024 presidential elections. Abney became a poll worker because she wanted to help with the election process.
12 hours after my shift: Student election poll workers
Due to recent immigration raids, a protest arose on Ming Ave and Wible Road, and protesters were seen on Highway 99 overpass bridge. Many residents came out to show the communities and immigrants their support to discourage Border Patrols.
A Dream to non-American immigrants
Many students stormed to the comment section after viewing this post created by Memphis Shelby County Schools. Many complained about the harsh weather conditions and stated their concerns about driving on slippery roads.
A little bit of cold never hurt anyone
The 2024 election is a series of emotional rollercoasters for both candidates with many highs and many lows, with one moment taking place in the presidential debate. This year, many new changes have been incorporated into the debate to encourage a friendly and productive discussion.
It’s not political, it’s personal — an insight on the 2024 election
The vacant parking lot, in which fluorescent lights brighten empty spaces made for the Oak Court Mall. The parking lot has been seldom used in recent times.
Retail ruins: The unfortunate death of malls
Reading classic books in school or as a hobby has become an integral aspect of many people's culture. As time progressed, perceptions of classics have also altered.
Move over old classics, there’s a new classic in town
New year, new staff, new Station: Meet your 2022-2023 additions to the Spartan staff!
Extra credit is an opportunity for struggling students to achieve their desired grade on an assignment. In today’s hectic world, there are many reasons why students might not get the best grades, making extra credit an effective way to lessen a student’s stress about school.
Extra credit: a much needed sigh of relief
JUUL e-cigarettes have high levels of nicotine with one pod containing as much nicotine as 20 cigarettes. EVALI is a serious, sometimes fatal, lung disease caused by vaping, and thousands of cases have been reported.
Administration combats the vaping crisis
Depicted are just a few kinds of the vapes that skyrocketed teenage nicotine addiction. Vapes and e-cigarettes come in many different shapes and sizes, but most commonly, they look similar to flash drives, which allows them to go unnoticed by those unaware of what vapes are.
More than just a trend: the severity of the vaping epidemic
Daniel Gwin (11) shows off his 2020 Scholar Athlete award from the Memphis chapter of the National Football Foundation. Gwin — along with his family and coaches — met for a small ceremony in the courtyard to receive his award and scholarship information from a National Football Foundation representative.
Gwin is named the 2020 Scholar Athlete by the National Football Foundation
Tennessee law bans transgender youth from team sports
Cozbia Smith is the new White Station High School band director. Band practices are held by Smith four days a week from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The Spartan Legion’s overture — the rebirth of the White Station band
“My favorite memory has definitely been probably like the pep rallies or being in ROTC, definitely because you can see everyone together.” - Eleanor Gunn (12)
We asked seniors their favorite White Station memory…
A look inside The Scroll
A look inside The Scroll
Jordan Kirby (12) holds a baby lamb at Memphis Zoo. He has been volunteering at the Memphis Zoo for almost two years.
From the farmyard to the vet clinic
Emeli Moreno (12) dawns the University of Memphis’ merch, fully committing to attending its campus in the fall. Moreno plans to pursue a major in art education.
Charting their courses: Local grads head to college
Yirui Tang (12) received her acceptance letter from Washington University (WashU) in St. Louis on Mar. 20 of 2024. She plans to attend WashU in the 2024-25 school year.
Spartan college choices
The Green Room Episode 2: Filler VS Passion
The Green Room Episode 2: Filler VS Passion
The Green Room Episode 1: Memphis - The Human Experience
The Green Room Episode 1: Memphis – The Human Experience
The Greenroom Episode 1: The tensions of parent-child relationships
The Spartan Experience: Discussing Courtyard Renovations ft. Corrie Metcalf
The Spartan Experience: New Decade Edition
The Spartan Experience Episode Four: Memphis Sports
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Kameron Kearney (11) speaks with Coach Kevaughn Griffith at the Houston track meet. This is his third year running track and cross country.

Kearney twins race to success

Addis Shiberou, Writer • March 22, 2024

With winter sport seasons coming to a close, spring sport teams emerge working harder than ever. The indoor track and field season has been in full blast since December, and with the outdoor season approaching...

Gabrielle Shirley (12) participates in the annual Frank Horton “Night” Classic. This race featured cross country runners from all over the Mid-South region to run in honor of the late Coach Frank Horton, a beloved Memphis coach.

Cross country runners dedicate summers to their sport

Chitkala Alli, Managing Editor • December 14, 2023

‘Twas a warm summer morning, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Well, except for Eleanor Boswell (9). Boswell is a cross country runner, a sport that calls for...

President Ramyla Dahmer (12) (left) and vice president Thomas Riley (12) (right).

The 2022-2023 class presidents and class vice presidents

Sophia Turner, Online Editor • October 4, 2022

The class of 2023 will be led by Ramyla Dahmer (12) as their senior class president this year. Dahmer has a passion for leadership and is working hard to fulfill her position’s demands. She has one main...

Jarryn Lowe (10) runs past spectators as he tries to make a name for himself at the state championship. With a mile left in the race, he knows it won’t be easy but he is ready to give it everything he has.

Cross country team sprints for success at state

Nima Aflaki, Writer • December 23, 2021

Runners fall in line at the start and await the beginning of one of the biggest races in West Tenn. A loud pop breaks the suspense and signals the start of the Cross Country State Qualifiers for...

For the final meet of the season, the boys’ team stretches their legs with a brief jog around a loop. Runners are required to keep their masks on at all times except when they are warming up or running the modified course. 

Cross country season continues through Memphis Youth Athletics

Michelle Le, Writer • October 24, 2020

Under the supervision of Memphis Youth Athletics (MYA), the cross country team found the opportunity to continue competing under a new name: the Spartan Running Club. Despite Shelby County Schools’ decision...

Unbeknownst to the Lady Spartan soccer team, they stretch for one of their final practices. Socially distanced conditioning over the summer required many safety protocols and restricted the use of shared equipment, such as balls and water dispensers, so athletes adjusted accordingly to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Fall 2020: the season without sports

Michelle Le, Writer • October 22, 2020

After months of socially distanced practices, temperature checks and mask mandates, Superintendent Joris Ray made the difficult decision to suspend fall sports due to the COVID-19 pandemic on Sept. 15....

Mary Hatley (11) and Emma Shadow (12) push through the heat at the AF Bridges Invitational. Shadow finished first on the team, and Hatley finished fourth

Cross country competes in Nashville Invitational

Charlie Huebner, Sports Team Leader • September 26, 2019

The varsity cross country team traveled to Percy Warner Park in Nashville to participate in the XF Bridges Invitational Meet.  Intense heat on the course caused many delays, as both boys and girls...

At the HOKA Postal Nationals earlier this year, Jamieson Nelvis (11) placed first in his heat of the 3200 meter race, which includes competitors from all over the Memphis area.

Promising season ahead for track star Jamieson Nelvis

Isabella Shaw, Sports Team Leader • May 6, 2019

Running track since the second grade, junior Jamieson Nelvis has proved to be one of the most valuable assets on the White Station track and field team. Nelvis also runs for the school’s cross country...

Spartan Cross Country takes first and second in city championship

Spartan Cross Country takes first and second in city championship

Charlie Huebner • November 13, 2018

With a championship on the line, the White Station Cross Country team competed in the SCIAA Large School Championship. Led by Coach Ernie Shadow, both the girls and boys varsity teams were successful and...

The Cross Country Girls Team begin their race at the Watson-Ford Invitational where they placed second overall.

Cross country: an individual team sport

Eva McDonald • November 2, 2017

A diverse group of students with a passion for individual running, but like a family nonetheless. This is the White Station Cross Country Team. Filled with motivation and dedication, the cross country...

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