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

Starting from the furthest back right to front left, Joseph Lyons (11), Gregory Mangle (11), Jai’lyn McKinney (11), Lamarius Robinson (11), Errin Neal (11), Jacob Zimmerman (11), Tamarcus Freeman (11), Courtland Noble (11) and Romero Laster (11) as well as Alphonso Williams (11) and Thomas Riley (11) who are not shown, hold their “pregnant bellies” to imitate the “Certified Lover Boy” album cover by Drake. The football homecoming dress-up theme this day was Album Cover Day, which students showed out for.

The famous “Certified Lover Boys” explained

Hannia Antunez, Writer February 25, 2022

As they parade through the school in their coordinated outfits, the HWH Club, otherwise known as the “Certified Lover Boys,” catch the eye of any student who happens to glance at them. Consisting...

Wearing his “It’s Thursday” shirt, Forrest Dixon (11) plays after jazz band third period. He has been in the class for two years and has just attended the 2022 All West Clinic as first chair in the Blue Band for their jazz band.

Trumpet player and Thursday enthusiast Dixon earns first chair in All West

Katie Lamm, Editor-in-Chief February 25, 2022

On Thursday, Feb. 10, underneath his black jazz dress shirt, Forrest Dixon (11) wore a shirt with “It’s Thursday” printed on it during the All West Clinic. He has not missed a Thursday since he started...

This example of code, written by Diego Gil (11), is in C# language, which is one of many computer languages. The code was created for the controller of a side-scroller video game.

Computer painting: the art of coding

Ellie Pappas, Chief Copy Editor February 25, 2022

When someone is wanting to be creative, they may reach for a set of watercolors, a piano or even a sewing machine for a way to express themselves. But for Shivam Aarya (11) and Diego Gil (11), they head...

On the first day of the 2021-2022 school year, Superintendent Joris Ray made the rounds and welcomed students from multiple schools in the district. His “Reimagining 901” plan has driven the board and the district in a new direction after returning from a fully virtual school year.

Memphis-Shelby County Schools rebrand

Alice Willard, Head of Layout February 25, 2022

From Memphis City Schools to Shelby County Schools to the upcoming Memphis-Shelby County Schools, the largest public school district in Tennessee has taken on many names. Since his unanimous appointment...

Located in one of the most central parts of the school, the Facing History and Ourselves mural boasts its bright colors, flashing its many details to passing students. The mural was created by art students led by Charles Berlin 30 years ago.

History in the hallways: how a 30 year old mural continues to represent White Station

Dottie Young, Writer Caye February 24, 2022

Wandering up the stairs on the south side of the main building, students typically find themselves in front of a composition of color, history and cultural representation. After 30 years, the Facing History...

High school students dancing at the 2019 India Fest take their final pose as their performance comes to an end. They received a standing ovation from the audience when they finished their choreography to the popular Bollywood song “Ghar More Pardesiya.”

How has the absence of Memphis India Fest affected South Asians in the community?

Aanya Kabra, Writer February 24, 2022

Immediately after entering the Agricenter, welcoming aromas of flavorful Indian foods, families in sparkling cultural attire and Bollywood music blasting from the stage are found. Stalls containing intricate...

The sign printed with “All vehicles are subject to search on school property”  is posted outside of the main building near the front parking lot. Many students and teachers walk past the sign daily without thinking much about it, but according to Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA): Title 49 - Education: “All vehicles are subject to search on school property.”

Locked in: opinions on school gates

Lena Zeng, Writer February 22, 2022

Due to concerns of exposure, one source opted to remain anonymous and will be referred to as Source A. Five years ago, gates were installed at White Station High School. They were put in place to restrict...

Duke Smith (11) poses for a promotional photo that could be used to spread his image within the music industry. Smith has collaborated with studio producers, record labels and local rappers to increase his experience.

Independent artist Duke Smith breaks norms with his rap career

Michelle Le, Managing Editor February 22, 2022

Bottles fly, bodies pack the dancefloor and the beat pulsates as DeCorrio Smith (11), better known as Duke Smith, takes centerstage to rap. He bursts with energy that the audience cannot help but match....

In his iconic straw hat, Bailey Davis (10) plays his banjo in the courtyard alongside other students during lunch. Davis has been playing for one to two years off and on but has been playing more often during his time as a White Station student, taking lessons from practical law teacher William Fernandez.  “It’s such a social music; its part of our fabric, it really is, so when you see him out in the hallway playing banjo, people naturally gravitate to it, and that plus his personality — its the perfect combination,” Fernandez said.

The Banjo Kid

Katie Lamm, Editor-in-Chief February 18, 2022

In fourth period one day, Bailey Davis (10) walked in with a banjo. Davis had never talked about playing the banjo before — but from then on, it would never leave his hands while at school. The bluegrass...

 This statue of Buddha can be found at the Quan Am temple, where Lunar New Year Festivities are held. Many Buddhists look up to and pray at this statue.

Celebrating Lunar New Year

Sophia Turner, Writer February 1, 2022

“Boom, boom, boom …” the sounds of beating drums and firecrackers are heard all throughout the crowd as the Dragon Dance takes place. It’s Feb. 1, which means the start of the Lunar New Year has...

Members of the Amnesty Club place their painted handprints on a banner in solidarity of the gun violence crisis. The group received recognition from Amnesty International USA for their efforts in breaking the cycle of gun violence.

America’s most dangerous city

Alice Willard, Head of Layout January 27, 2022

Gunshots echo through the streets and bullets ricochet as Memphians endure the dangerous gun violence that plagues the city. After a Wall St. study declared Memphis the most dangerous city in the United...

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 —...

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