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

The White Station band, composed of every grade level, regularly performs at football games and other events. Many of the underclassmen band members have been mentored by the senior members on how to perform certain techniques.

Freshmen say goodbye to seniors

Evan Easley, Lead Copyeditor April 23, 2024

One month remains. You will soon don your cap and gown, get on stage and receive your diploma. Many seniors have been ardently anticipating this event for the last few months; however, for the freshman...

One of Lena Zeng (12)’s coworkers Jack Webster prepares to check in customers at Wang’s Mandarin House. Hosts and hostesses such as Zeng and Webster often have other duties beyond hosting.

Hosting and servicing customers as students

Evan Easley, Lead Copyeditor April 18, 2024

It’s time. You drive over, clock in, put on your uniform and get to work greeting customers or running their food. Many students at White Station High experience a similar cycle for many hours over several...

 From left to right, Breanna Whirley (12), Karina Hernandez (12) and Bella Gatti (12) pose for a picture after their game against Whitehaven on April 4 2024. The Spartans won 19-4 that day.

Three Spartans remain standing on the field

Grace Amgalan, Sport's Team Leader April 18, 2024

Spartans Bella Gatti (12), Karinah Hernandez (12) and Breanna Whirley (12) are remarkable athletes who have dedicated themselves to the game of softball for the past six years. Through countless hours...

 Jim Kurts, wrestling coach, and Kayleigh Angona (10) go over tactics one last time before she steps onto the mat for her last round on December 22, 2023. On this day, she won against four wrestlers from Arlington, Bartlett, Collierville and Millington that day.

A star is born on the wrestling mat

Grace Amgalan, Sport's Team Leader March 22, 2024

Kayleigh Angona (10), who has been wrestling for just three months, won regionals for the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) Division I and is the first female wrestler from White...

“When you see someone wearing something that looks cool … you kind of start wearing it.” - Benjamin Kay (12)

Frills and fur: what’s in this winter

Kirana Richmond, Head of Promotions March 22, 2024

Goodbye Y2K colors, cowboy boots and no-makeup makeup looks. The winter trends of last year have come and gone. Muted tones have replaced bright shades, leather knee high boots have been opted for over...

Dragon and Lion dances are an important part of many Lunar New Year celebrations. In these performances, groups of performers work together to mimic the movements of their prospective animals to bring good luck and fortune in the new year.

Lunar New Year around the world

Kate Metcalf, News and Features Team Leader March 19, 2024

Celebrated by over 1.5 billion each year, the Lunar New Year is a holiday, rich in tradition and meaning, both of which can vary from culture to culture.  The holiday is based on the lunisolar calendar...

Aidan Farris (11) competed at the Houston Classics in April 2023, which was the first meet of the year. Farris said the pain of running was worth it in the end because the White Station team successfully placed third in the 4x800 meter relay.

The mental battle of running

Grace Amgalan, Sport's Team Leader March 19, 2024

The finish line is only half a mile away, but then it kicks in: every breath you take weighs heavier on you, your lungs feel like they’re giving up on you, and your legs start to ache even more. The...

Esporta Fitness has many machines and apparatuses laid out throughout its facility. Esporta is frequented by many White Station High School students throughout the year, and the gym even offers deals for high schoolers during the summer for cheap memberships.

Student gym progress accounts on Instagram

Erin Maury, Business Manager March 19, 2024

Instagram is rife with various accounts of users documenting their personal gym progress.  Gym-goers from all over have created these accounts to motivate themselves and others to maintain a consistent...

New custodial staff cleans up White Station

New custodial staff cleans up White Station

Evan Easley, Lead Copyeditor February 15, 2024

Following their return from winter break, students may have seen several new faces sweeping the halls. This sight is not of just a couple new custodial members; instead, the entire custodial staff has...

Vice Principal Michael Ayers (pictured above) directs traffic from 2:15 to 2:30 most days after school. He lets waves of cars through at a time, clearing up traffic as efficiently as possible.

Motorized moshpit — welcome to the Spartan parking lot

Kate Metcalf, News and Features Team Leader February 8, 2024

  Why go to a Monster Truck event when the White Station High School (WSHS) parking lot is so close to home? Although the parking lot itself isn’t as wild as a car show, the drama, crashes...

A students guide to enjoying Memphis

A student’s guide to enjoying Memphis

Shania Moore, Layout Lead December 14, 2023

Overton Square - Overton Square, located in the heart of Memphis, is a vibrant and historic entertainment district known for its mix of restaurants, bars, theaters and shops. This cultural hub hosts...

Spartans share their Christmas favorites

Spartans share their Christmas favorites

Chitkala Alli, Managing Editor December 14, 2023

When you think about Christmas, what comes to mind? Twinkling lights, a warm fireplace and steaming hot chocolate all make up the iconic culture of the holiday. But, some argue that Christmas songs and...

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