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

The increasing usage of “beauty” filters has contributed to a culture of body image issues that have evolved into issues such as body dysmorphia. With this disorder, a domineering obsession with one’s appearance forms despite having a skewed view of themself.

The ‘beauty filter’ epidemic

Jessica Sahota, Writer March 31, 2022

Due to the personal nature of this subject, sources opted to remain anonymous and will be referred to as Source A, B, C, and D. As facial recognition software continues to evolve, so do the basic appearance...

High school relationships come into the forefront as the season of love sweeps through White Station. While commonly under scrutiny, these bonds can prove to be bountiful.

Valentines in Sparta: The beauty of blooming romance

Jessica Sahota, Writer February 25, 2022

Each year, Valentine’s Day paints the halls of schools everywhere in flashy pinks and vivid reds. Where these high spirits may inspire eyerolls for some, for couples, the occasion is preceded by much...

Planned Parenthood is one of multiple health centers where many reproductive health concerns can be explored. The organization offers birth control, contraception, STD testing and much more for free or at a reduced cost.

The reality behind the most stigmatized form of contraception

Jessica Sahota, Writer January 27, 2022

Due to the personal nature of this subject, one source opted to remain anonymous and will be referred to as Source A.   One of the most effective forms of contraception is birth control —...

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

Jessica Sahota, Writer December 7, 2021

After schools across the country spent millions of dollars on anti-cigarette campaigns, the teenage vaping epidemic emerged and effectively reversed any progress made. However, this process of inhaling...

Aditi Mishra (11) poses with her immigrant visa. Mishra and her family immigrated to the U.S. from Nepal in November 2011.

International Spartans’ journeys to citizenship

Jessica Sahota, Writer November 14, 2021

Pizza, burgers and fried chicken. Odd obsessions with football. Welcome to the United States: land of the free, home of the brave. To many, the U.S. is a beacon of hope and opportunity. Upon arrival, however,...

Afghan citizens are pictured crowding the Kabul Airport in a scramble to flee their country. Their home is left in a state of terror following the Taliban’s seizure of power.

The Taliban’s perpetuation of Islamophobia

Jessica Sahota, Writer October 1, 2021

As the U.S. began to approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11, another formerly dormant extremist group known as the Taliban resurfaced to seize power in Afghanistan following the withdrawal of American troops....

Dogecoin: the million dollar meme

Dogecoin: the million dollar meme

Jessica Sahota, Writer June 5, 2021

It’s 2016. Scrolling through social media, an image of a cute, yellow dog with impact font scrawled across the top surfaces. It elicits a momentary chuckle. Who would have thought that this simple image...

The pie chart reflects the results of a poll on the Scroll’s Instagram page. Students were asked whether or not they agreed with the district’s decisions regarding AP testing.

Coronavirus AP exams: 2021 edition

Jessica Sahota, Writer April 26, 2021

Due to the coronavirus, the College Board has been forced to reimagine how Advanced Placement (AP) Exams are conducted for a second consecutive year. High schools across the globe have been faced with...

What formerly displayed Donald Trump’s Twitter profile now shows a notification of suspension. Twitter officials have made it clear that the platform does not plan on restoring the account.

The cons of Trump’s media ban

Jessica Sahota, Writer February 21, 2021

News of the storming of the Capitol building spread like wildfire. What followed was something not many expected at the time: the ban of Donald Trump’s various social media accounts. Trump’s Twitter...

Pictured above is the QR code for Selah Keegin’s Discord. In this space, students collaborate on learning and educating about spirituality.

Beyond media portrayal of spirituality

Jessica Sahota, Writer February 21, 2021

With the surge in popularity of modern-day spirituality, the origins of its practices may be murky for many people. Beneath the surface of trends like manifestation and crystals lie deep roots in Buddhist,...

A poll posted on the Scroll’s Instagram story reveals that the majority of students believe in the overall benevolence of trigger warnings. Out of 66 votes, 57 voted for the warnings being more positive, and seven voted the opposite.

The cons of using trigger warnings

Jessica Sahota, Writer December 17, 2020

Scrolling through social media, it is not rare to see trigger warnings accompanying posts discussing topics including violence or anything emotionally distressing. As these warnings become more widespread...

Donald Trump is pictured giving a speech at the White House’s Rose Garden on Nov. 13, 2020. This was Trump’s first address to the public following Biden’s declared victory.

Donald Trump’s lame-duck period

Jessica Sahota, Writer December 9, 2020

Many may recall watching the 2020 election results intently, monitoring every nuance as the candidates were neck-and-neck. After days of waiting, Joe Biden’s supporters rejoiced as he claimed the last...

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