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

Protesters fight against attacks against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the Bay Area of California, which is where many of these racist attacks have been taking place over the course of the past year.

The fight against anti-Asian racism

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader April 20, 2021

Amid the various issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, racist attacks against Asian-Americans have been on the rise. Since 2020 and early 2021, attacks against Asian-Americans, particularly women, have...

Similar to other vaccines, the mRNA COVID-19 vaccine operates by allowing the immune system to generate antibodies against the production of the virus. There is minimal risk of DNA damage or other long term effects, though short term side effects are common after receiving the vaccine.

The science behind the COVID-19 vaccines

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader February 21, 2021

Receiving a vaccine for the COVID-19 disease as soon as possible is an important way to protect from the virus. As of February, more than 40 million doses of the vaccine have been administered to Americans....

Amy Coney Barrett is sworn in as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court by Chief Justice John Roberts. Her personal and political beliefs have been deemed controversial by many, and her role as the first politically conservative woman on the court makes history.

Justice Amy Coney Barrett makes history on the Supreme Court

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader December 9, 2020

Following the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, President Trump has selected Amy Coney Barrett as an Associate Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. She is the fifth woman to ever serve...

The main lobby of the NHSJC website has an introduction video and hyperlinks to different sections of the convention. Students were able to add sessions to their schedule and attend them from there.

Scroll staff attend virtual National High School Journalism Convention

Amelia Holt, Writer December 9, 2020

In years before, high school journalists have traveled to the National High School Journalism Convention (NHSJC), but this year the convention came to them. With pre-recorded workshops and live chats,...

With more colleges adapting to circumstances caused by COVID-19, students can choose whether or not to send their scores.

Test optional policies: the pros

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader November 21, 2020

The college admissions process is one of many parts of life that has changed in the age of COVID-19. Many colleges have opted to give the class of 2021 flexibility on sending standardized test scores,...

A venn diagram of 10 celebrities who have been canceled within the past year and their reputation today. Many celebrities have been unable to recover from being canceled online.

The cons of cancel culture

Maadhu Krishnan, Viewpoint Team Leader November 21, 2020

In 2020, “canceling” has taken on a new meaning: calling out public influencers.  “Cancel culture” is a process in which fans withdraw support from a public influencer after they have been...

With school closures, the College Board has made various adaptations to AP exams to allow students to obtain credit. This has involved moving most tests online.

Online AP Exams 2020: Everything you need to know

Maadhu Krishnan April 28, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has forced schools nationwide to close early. To allow AP students to obtain the college credit they have been working for, the College Board has implemented new online testing...

 The rise of online gaming has grown as internet access has become more accessible. Proficiency in games such as Overwatch can lead to numerous academic opportunities, including scholarships.

The rise of esports: more than the push of a button

Maadhu Krishnan March 26, 2020

At surface level, playing an esport is just a way to pass the time. For Keita Tanaka (11) and Brandon Min (12), playing video games is a lot more than just the push of a button. Tanaka has been playing...

Keeping culture alive: Growing up with a family business

Maadhu Krishnan March 18, 2020

Most students tend to keep their work lives and home lives separate, but for Amanda Liu (12) and Siddarth Sharma (11), this is not the case. Both students have taken vital parts in operating a cultural...

White Station offers new astronomy courses to all students

Maadhu Krishnan March 18, 2020

The 2020-2021 school year will bring about more educational opportunities and classes, including yoga and astronomy.  The addition of an astronomy course to the school has piqued the interest of...

Students take part in Memphis Soul Prize competition

Maadhu Krishnan March 18, 2020

For the second year running, the Memphis Soul Prize, a poetry competition for high school students in the Memphis area, has come to White Station. Competitors have one week to draft their poetry before...

Scouts of America: More than just a camping trip

Maadhu Krishnan March 12, 2020

Leadership, community service and knot-tying are all part of the Scouts experience. When it comes to Scouts of America, there’s a lot more than what meets the eye. In many scout troops, many activities...

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