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

Principal Holland plans to focus on getting students more involved and more excited to be a part of the school community. “I want students to be engaged, where it’s worthwhile for them to come to school, not just to graduate but because they’re learning something,” Holland said.

The new sheriff in town: Principal Holland takes over White Station

Justin Kouch, Viewpoint Team Leader October 8, 2019

As the class of 2019 moves on from White Station, so does former principal David Mansfield. With the position open, Carrye Holland has filled the role as the new principal of White Station High School. With...

Financial Officer Matt Rhodes came to share scholarship information specifically for the University of Memphis. He then went on to explain the process of applying for FAFSA and what students should be doing to prepare for all college applications.

Seniors! Money! Learn all about it!

Justin Kouch, Viewpoint Team Leader September 22, 2019

The moment most students look forward to is slowly approaching: the end of high school. However, they must first decide what they want to do after graduating.  For those that seek to pursue a higher...

 Counselors use the brand new outdoor classroom to interact with parents at Open House, answering any questions that were on parents’ minds. This was an opportunity to allow parents to get to know their child’s counselor for the next few years.

Sparta opens their doors for parents

Justin Kouch, Viewpoint Team Leader September 20, 2019

A new year means another set of teachers and classes for parents to get to know, and Open House was the perfect opportunity for Spartan parents to do so. On August 29, 2019, White Station opened its doors...

National Honors Society 2019 gets the ball rolling

Kennedy Ray, Editor in Chief September 12, 2019

The school season has begun, and so has the season of community service and high academics—at least for the select students who were inducted into White Station’s National Honors Society chapter. The...

Shridhar Athinarayanan’s (12) piece of Allyson Smith combines art with science. The portrait shows what a well-rounded and unique student Athinarayanan really is.

Breaking the norm: Athinarayanan takes on art

Justin Kouch August 26, 2019

When thinking of a valedictorian, a strictly academic student typically pops into mind. This is not the case for the White Station Class of 2019 valedictorian, Shridhar Athinarayanan (12). As a child,...

Tina Nguyen (12) commits to Washington University at St. Louis after receiving her acceptance letter. Nguyen is a QuestBridge scholar, which grants her a full scholarship for WashU.

Choosing a college: reputation vs. financial aid

Justin Kouch May 6, 2019

With National Decision Day quickly approaching, seniors must weigh the pros and cons of each college to which they have been accepted. Should you go to college based on its clout or higher ranking or its...

Alaina Price (11) dribbles around a Whitehaven defender. The Lady Spartans won their homecoming game with a score of 61-54.

A Lady Spartans’ Basketball midseason review

Graham Ross February 26, 2019

The final buzzer sounds, ending the Lady Spartan’s first game of the season. The scoreboard reads White Station 65, Melrose 48. The Lady Spartans steal their first win of the 2018-19 season. “As...

There are two different methods for working in the classroom: the classic pen and paper or technology. Neither is the best choice to the other; each option has its own benefits and drawbacks in the classroom.

The case for technology in the classroom

Justin Kouch February 7, 2019

The benefits of having technology in the classroom heavily outweigh the drawbacks of not having any in the classroom. Using technology during class time allows students to collaborate on projects and...

Despite the growing amount of social media sites allowing people to post and share information anytime and anywhere they want, teens have to be aware of certain internet safety precautions.

The importance of internet safety in the realm of social media

Justin Kouch December 18, 2018

Yoohoo. Ding. Swoosh. The sounds of social media ring through our lives, controlling what we do every day. The vast amount of choices for social media allows everyone to text, tweet, snap or post anything...

Thirteen members of the Executive Board casually gather and break bread together in celebration of Friendsgiving.  The annual event was hosted by Commissioner of Publicity Kennedy Ray (11) and her family.

E-Board celebrates Friendsgiving

Kennedy Ray, Business Manager November 24, 2018

‘Tis the season to gather with friends and family, and that is exactly what E-Board did this week to celebrate Thanksgiving together. At Commissioner of Publicity Kennedy Ray’s (11) home, thirteen...

Seniors consider the costs and likelihood of admissions when applying to few or many colleges. Applying to a greater amount of colleges can be costly; however, applying to a smaller number can put your chances of admission at risk.

The argument for applying to many colleges

Justin Kouch November 17, 2018

Many people remember their senior year as the best year of high school, but for some, the last year before college is the most stressful yet. With college applications and decisions right around the corner,...

At the St. Jude closing ceremony for the volunteers, Ahmed Motiwala (12) discusses his interest in neuroscience. He also explained the significance of neurosurgery specifically within the pediatric field.

Doctor who? Future Spartan doctors volunteer at hospitals

Justin Kouch September 18, 2018

Local hospitals and White Station High School: what do they have in common? White Station’s students. Over the summer, several Spartans had the distinguished opportunity to volunteer at hospitals in...

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