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(Left to right) Hailey Bieber, Colman Domingo, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Anne Hathaway, and Hudson Williams arrive at the 2026 Met Gala. Pop culture outlets commented on the fashion of the Met Gala as the event transpired.
Should we eat the rich or eat up these Met Gala looks
Yearbook seniors signing out in style
A review on ‘Project Hail Mary’
Spiderman is depicted as depressed and lonely in the trailer for “Spiderman— Brand New Day.” He is discovering a new version of himself.
Predictions for the ‘Spiderman — Brand New Day’
The chaotic, cringey cuteness of ‘XO, Kitty’
The chaotic, cringey cuteness of ‘XO, Kitty’
The band Parasoline performs a set at Porchfest. They were one of many local bands who played at the festival.
Turning patios into performances — how Porchfest fosters community
Farewell from the editor
Science Olympiad members display their medals from the state competition. Every member placed well in their events to catapult the team to the national competition.
Exploring the world of STEM — Science Olympiad
Khloe Brown (12) paints at Contemporary Arts Memphis (CAM).The nonprofit is located downtown and offers access to a student exhibition gallery, painting studio, sculpture studio and an art reference library.
A palette of art enrichment blended by Khloe Brown
Senior standouts say goodbye to White Station
(From left to right) Theo Scarlett (12), Anthony Bowen (12), Allison Law (12), Christopher Kirkland (12), NaCoria Love (12), Javien Buggs (12) and Donna Settle pose at their American Exchange Project party. Settle hosted this party to announce which cities across the U.S. students would be traveling to.
Seniors head to the far corners of the US
Young eligible voters between the ages of 18 and 29 historically vote at lower rates than all other age groups in presidential elections. Voting is an important part of society that helps determine policy at the local, statewide and national level.
The student’s guide to civic engagement
Why White Station’s practice field stays on the sidelines
Rhyan Parker (10) poses at a dance rehearsal. She has been doing ballet since she was two years old.
Athletes finding their identities outside of sports
A group of students gather in the courtyard of White Station High School to play Hacky Sack. Hacky Sack can be played with two or more participants.
Hacky Sack epidemic — the trendy game taking over in 2026
Lewis Hamilton pilots his No. 44 Scuderia Ferrari SF-26 through the turns of the Miami International Autodrome. The British driver participated in the Formula One (F1) Grand Prix of Miami on May 3, 2026.
A look under the hood of Formula One
Ella Choi (10) prepares to begin her soccer game. She suffered an ACL tear during her 8th grade soccer season.
How athletes face the challenge of injury
Wide receiver Carnell Tate is selected fourth overall by the Tennessee Titans — a big surprise. Tate has been motivated to give his all to football to honor his mother after her tragic death in a drive-by shooting in July of 2023.
Grading every NFL team’s 2026 draft class
Under the Trump administration, companies can no longer be fined for emissions by the Environmental Protection Agency. On average, over 6.2 billion tons of greenhouse gases are emitted by the United States yearly.
So, about the Earth — Trump and the environment
Representative (Rep.) Steven Cohen runs against Rep. Justin Pearson. The seat in the United States (U.S.) House of Representatives is usually Democratic, but which Democrat will fill it is undetermined.
Cohen vs. Pearson democratic primary
Kyle Tingley stands with his new electric vehicle (EV). The vehicle was long-term loaned to him by the dealership because Tingley had concerns about its longevity.
An electrifying battle — electric vehicles versus gas
Aishatou Mbow (11) grades papers. Grading is done by many TAs (teacher assistants) as part of their duties.
The hidden lives of helpers — TAs at WSHS
Government and history teachers Mike Stephenson, Kyle Tingley and Curt Rakestraw speak to students at the afterschool Iran War Talk event they organized. A similar Ukraine event was organized by them in 2022 to address student concerns and ensure everyone had an opportunity to learn more about the situation from a credible source.
White Station’s thoughts on Iran
Aylla Wexler eliminates Kalice Woods. Though playing on school property was banned, eliminating players as they walked to or from school was fair game.
Behind the scenes of Senior Assassin
Cierra Smith (11) performs a Memphis Jookin’ dance that she choreographed herself. Smith performed alongside Memphis artist Brezay and was previously featured in Brezay’s “Pinky On My Grillz” music video.
The evolving hip-hop scene in Memphis
Across the world, transgender people and allies gather to fight for their rights. In 2025 and into 2026, many protests have taken place in front of the Capitol building in Washington, D.C., as federal legislation has been under consideration.
Human rights of transgender Americans under attack
From cosmetology to computer science — CCTE classes
Autistic rights advocates use the rainbow infinity symbol. It was meant to represent the infinite potential and diversity of the autistic community.
Unique experiences of neurodivergent students
Aboubacar Amadou Ide is one of two Advanced Placement Statistic teachers in Memphis-Shelby County Schools. He has been a teacher for over 26 years.
History repeats itself: Prejudice in the workplace
Former-Superintendent Feagins observes White Station High School’s student-run garden. Feagins was terminated from her superintendent position following a 3-6 vote by board members.
Superintendent Feagins ousted after nine months in office
Farewell from the editor
Science Olympiad members display their medals from the state competition. Every member placed well in their events to catapult the team to the national competition.
Exploring the world of STEM — Science Olympiad
(Left to right) Artemis II astronauts Christina Koch, Jeremy Hansen, Victor Glover and Reid Wiseman float inside their spacecraft. The astronauts spent a little under 10 days in space.
Artemis II brings space travel to a new generation
Yanli Cui has a passion for teaching high school math because of her own math teachers when she was young. Her favorite equation is Euler’s identity, which is considered among mathematicians as one of the most beautiful equations in mathematics for its cohesion.
Euler’s identity and beyond — Cui takes the national stage for teaching
The Memphis Public Library system has 18 locations around Memphis. The library provides printing services, study spaces and meeting rooms.
Being studious on a budget — free study spots
Students admire the Japanese 3D art table. Other competitions were offered at the language fair, including 2D art, poetry recitation, dance, singing, traditional crafts and vocabulary quizzes.
Languages in action — the University of Memphis language fair
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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Ja-Vincent Waller is White Station’s graduation coach, but before taking on this role in 2023, he was a social studies teacher. He graduated from Rhodes College with a degree in political science and later attended the University of Memphis for graduate school, studying political science and education.

Black excellence: Teacher edition

Zahra Altareb, Writer • February 28, 2025

Jan-Vincent Waller What does black excellence mean to you? “I think black excellence is all of the triumphs that black people had to accomplish in spite of the laws and society being against them....

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