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

Several members of the JROTC Knowledge Bowl Team Article pose with their club sponsors, Sergeant Page and Sergeant Major Boulden, for a celebratory picture after their first competition of the year. They have had four competitions so far.

The JROTC knowledge bowl team tackles question of how to navigate through pandemic

Clara Thompson, Writer December 9, 2020

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the JROTC knowledge bowl team has had to make adjustments to the way they operate. Before, competitions took place in-person at other schools. Now, members of the...

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...

 School administration has implemented four new policies which will affect both students and teachers. The policies have been effective since students returned from fall break.

New homework policies affect students and teachers

Hannah Lam, Writer December 9, 2020

Ahnia Aflaki (10) sighs as she ends her seven hour school day and closes her computer knowing she would have to log back on shortly after to begin her excessive amount of homework. Only after protest from...

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...

Freshmen transition to high school online

Kingston Barber November 2, 2020

Freshmen. No matter what groups students are a part of, every student begins high school here. Slowly, they grow into experienced and responsible learners until they finally become more mature and ready...

Left to right: Cameron Mosley (11), Mandy Cassius (11), Abby Cassius (11), Alice Chao (11) and Ellen Barnes (12) work together to pot plants. The WSHSEA club volunteers at the Botanical Gardens as part of the club’s activities since being virtual this year.

Environmental Alliance Club serves community through city-wide volunteering

Kyla Randle October 26, 2020

In a world consumed by a pandemic, the White Station High School Environmental Alliance club (WSHSEA) still looks to make an impact. Most clubs this year have been searching for ways to continue to keep...

Nyla Fields (11) is preparing to make a meal at her job, Sonic. Since COVID-19 cases have continued to grow higher, guidelines have been enforced including wearing a mask during work.

Students continue working jobs despite pandemic

Kyla Randle October 26, 2020

Though every student continues to adapt to an extraordinary school year, some face the additional challenge of working a job during a global pandemic. Despite the health risk, these students continue to...

Sam Shiberou (10) holds his grip on a boulder as he figures out his next move. Shiberou climbs year round for the Memphis Rox Soul Senders as he is part of their bouldering, top rope and summit team.

Shiberou climbs to the top

Charlie Huebner, Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2020

Sam Shiberou (10) just keeps reaching out, whether it be for his next handhold or to become better than he was yesterday. For the past three years, Shiberou has competitively rock climbed for the Memphis...

Mia Perez (11) sits in front of her personalized backdrop as she prepares to log into class. “Since I miss being in school physically, I wanted to bring some of it into my workspace at home,” Perez said.

When school and home merge

Charlie Huebner, Editor-in-Chief October 26, 2020

A year ago, students worried about whether the morning traffic would make them tardy or if they would remember their locker combination. Now, with COVID-19 forcing Shelby County Schools to transition to...

Autumn Bobo smiles, waiting to record her poem “ A Hill is Not my Home” at Made in Memphis recording studio. “[Memphis] unites around celebrating the best things in Memphis through the eyes of our students and elevating the story of our city” Donny Granger said.

Autumn Bobo wins Memphis Soul Prize with“A Hill is Not My Home”

Katie Lamm, Social Media Manager October 26, 2020

Unite, celebrate and elevate. This is the mission of the Memphis Soul Prize, a poetry competition focusing on the unique perspectives of Memphis by its students.  Donny Granger, founder of Memphis Soul...

For the final meet of the season, the boys’ team stretches their legs with a brief jog around a loop. Runners are required to keep their masks on at all times except when they are warming up or running the modified course. 

Cross country season continues through Memphis Youth Athletics

Michelle Le, Writer October 25, 2020

Under the supervision of Memphis Youth Athletics (MYA), the cross country team found the opportunity to continue competing under a new name: the Spartan Running Club. Despite Shelby County Schools’ decision...

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