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A publication by the students, about the students, and for the students of White Station High School

White Station Scroll

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The two major political parties are either Democrat or Republican. The political breakdown is important to knowing where you stand and what you will vote for in the next election.

Let’s get political!

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer April 8, 2020

Nowadays, it is important to know how different parties stand on certain issues. Here's a political breakdown of the two major parties in order to know where they stand on issues relevant to us in 2020. ...

Healthcare officials do their best to tackle COVID-19, even though statistics are still unclear because of the lack of tests. The U.S. was undersupplied and unprepared for a pandemic after recovering from the 2009 H1N1 outbreak.

How does COVID-19 catch the world by surprise?

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer April 7, 2020

Remember hearing “better safe than sorry” and always thinking it meant to double-check that a door is locked or double-check the expiration date of milk? Did you ever think it would apply to potentially...

The cafeteria was converted into a world of possibilities. Clubs from JROTC to Latin were featured for students, and they were also able to tour the school and discuss with fellow students or teachers about classes.

Optional open house has clubs, classes, and councils, oh my!

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer April 7, 2020

White Station High School has a lot to offer students of all different talents and abilities. The Optional open house gave White Station the ability to not only flaunt its programs to current students...

(Left to right) Ariana Grande, Lizzo, Billie Eilish, and Lil Nas X, and countless other celebrities meet for “the biggest night in music,” the Grammys. Billie Eilish, Lizzo, and The Chemical Brothers were among some of the top award winners of the night.

Biggest night in music: 2020 Grammys Review

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer April 7, 2020

Commonly known as “the biggest night in music” to some artists, the Grammys held their 62nd annual award ceremony on January 26th despite the controversy surrounding the event.  People questioned...

These pictures depict White Station throughout the years. 1957 (top left), 1971 (top right), and 2001 (top center) all show the vast changes over the past decades.

A walk down memory lane doesn’t look quite so familiar

Hayden Thornton January 6, 2020

As graduation day rolls around, you walk the stage, get your diploma and transition into the next part of your life. High school soon becomes a distant memory—gone but never forgotten.  In many of...

 As 2019 comes to an end, memes have changed a lot in the past decade. It started with “Bad Luck Bryan” and “Nyan Cat” and has evolved over the years to “Baby Yoda” and “Vibe Checks.”

The deeper meaning of memes

Hayden Thornton January 6, 2020

A white guy blinking, Spongebob, Pikachu and Peppa Pig. Four seemingly unrelated things that bring up the same image in everyone’s mind: memes. In 2019, it’s hard not to know what a meme is. Memes...

Senior picnic gives seniors a break and bonding opportunity

Hayden Thornton December 7, 2019

Senior year. The last chance to get to know your class before you separate for the rest of your lives. White station faculty wanted to give students a chance to bond together while also taking a break...

This is the poster released to the general public before the show airs on 9/23. The poster depicts Elijah and Sydney Strait, played by Jimmy Smits & Caitlin McGee, a father-daughter duo that takes on controversial court cases.

Shot in Memphis: “Bluff City Law” hits the big screen

Hayden Thornton November 5, 2019

“Quiet on the set!” is heard as actors take their places in front of historic Memphis landmarks like the National Civil Rights Museum, the Peabody, the Zoo or even the riverfront. “Bluff City Law”...

Student Congress attend anti-violence conference

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer April 23, 2019

It is a sad reality that in 2019 school shootings and violence in schools are becoming more and more common. These tragedies leave parents, students, and administration asking how they happened and how...

Tara Sandlin (12) and Gino Giorgianni (10) practice with buzzers to simulate a tournament and practice their Knowledge Bowl skills.

Knowledge Bowl: The Super Bowl of the Mind

Hayden Thornton February 26, 2019

Two teams going head-to-head. Recalling information from various categories including history, literature, popular culture, sports, science and math. Racing against time and the buzzer. Earning points...

Carson Wright (12) and Martenez Jones (12) get to know each other and bond by wearing grass skirts to the initial meeting party of the Best Buddies club.

The Best Buddies helps form new friendships

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer February 26, 2019

The world is full of people from different backgrounds; however, there is still a divide that needs to be broken. The goal of Best Buddies is to “cross the invisible line that too often separates those...

Students gather on cafeteria stage to discuss the issues of White Station and give their solutions.

Student Congress is fighting for change

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer February 26, 2019

It’s no secret White Station students have complaints about school conditions, administration, and school work. However, despite the ceaseless complaints, nothing ever seems to be fixed. Janice McDaniel,...

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