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

Citizens of Virginia march down the streets in traditional U.S. continental army as they reenact the Revolutionary War in honor of President’s Day. President’s Day is a federal holiday that falls on the third Monday of February.

The history of President’s Day

Caitlin Tate February 24, 2020

While many treat President’s Day as an extra day to relax from the hectic week surrounding school and work, the origin of the national holiday remains foreign to them. President’s Day is used to honor...

The photos of the Students of the Month are stapled to a green and grey poster, with holographic letters depicting Super Spartans. Kingston Barber (9), a student of the month, has his photo on the wall along with ten other students. “I get along with the teachers pretty well, I listen...I do my homework, and I have good grades.” Kingston Barber (9) said.

What student of the month means for the White Station body

Katie Lamm, Writer February 18, 2020

Eleven Spartans from different grades were promoted at the beginning of February as Students of the Month. Being a Student of the Month seems to be prestigious, but the common White Station student may...

Kobe Bryant takes his shot against the Utah Jazz. On Sunday, Jan. 26, Bryant and his daughter Gianna died in a helicopter crash.

White Station remembers Kobe Bryant’s legacy

Caitlin Tate February 4, 2020

Five Championships, four daughters, third in the NBA all-time scoring list, two Olympic medals, one academy award. These accomplishments make up former Lakers basketball player Kobe Bryant’s life. For...

White Station Band members and West Tennessee Band members alike warm-up before their auditions. “I did feel nervous auditioning. It’s something you have to do to understand, but you know you’re trying to put your best foot forward,”  Darryl Higgins (11) said.

All-West auditions end with success

Katie Lamm, Writer January 27, 2020

All-West, a prestigious performance program instructing band and orchestra students in West Tennessee schools, has many of White Station band members frequently and intensely practicing. Many band members...

A White Station quartet played a selection of pieces at a Memphis Music Initiative (MMI) fundraiser on Jan. 15. The students joined a number of other ensembles and individuals in showcasing the program and the hard work White Station’s own MMI fellow Marisa Polesky puts forth each week.

“Take the MMIc” takeover

Autumn Bobo January 27, 2020

Along with a few others, White Station High has been one of the schools lucky enough to have a dedicated Memphis Music Initiative fellow, Marisa Polesky. The violinist works with both orchestras along...

Harry Styles changes his boy band, pop inspired music in One Direction to a more rock and roll and funk sound. His album “Fine Line”  released on Dec. 13.

Harry Styles’s resurgence into mainstream media

Caitlin Tate January 6, 2020

It's 2012. The catchy melody of One Direction's "What Makes You Beautiful" plays as you ride in the backseat. For some, the creators’ names have faded, but one lingers: Harry Styles. Styles reached...

 Thespian society members stand on the picnic tables outside the cafeteria and scream. This is a ritual that they do before every performance to let their nerves out.

Silly superstitions or reliable rituals? Students depend on pregame habits for luck

Caitlin Tate January 6, 2020

Kal Smith (11) dribbles the ball down the court as adrenaline rushes through his veins. He fakes left, then right, and just as he’s about to make a basket, he sings the chorus of his favorite nursery...

With her coach on her right and her mother on her left, Moore signs the official papers, securing her future as a Mountaineer. She will trade in her number 25 jersey for a new one in Berea’s blue and white colors

Keyonna Moore signs to play volleyball at Berea College

Alice Willard December 20, 2019

Surrounded by the support of her family, friends and coaches, senior Keyonna Moore officially signs with Berea College on Dec. 13. The aspiring athlete now has the opportunity to continue her volleyball...

The making of BOS. Inc. like a Boss

The making of BOS. Inc. like a Boss

Kyla Randle December 18, 2019

For many students in high school, starting a business might be the last thing on their minds. Breeze Smith (11), however, started her own company, BOS, Inc., last March.  Smith chose this name because...

Knox Broach (12) warms up before baseball practice begins. Broach makes his return this season after missing the past 2 seasons due to injury.

Athletes to watch for the spring season

Graham Ross December 18, 2019

With the spring sports season right around the corner, athletes Knox Broach (12), Shamari Covington (10) and Cassidy Jones (10) are poised for a breakout season. Broach is returning to baseball after...

Big hits from this past decade clockwise from top left corner : ALS Ice Bucket challenge, Silly Bandz, the dress, Gangnam Style, and Pokemon Go.

Things you forgot happened in the 2010’s

Emlyn Polatty December 18, 2019

What was the defining moment of this decade? Was it the shut down of beloved internet platform Club Penguin? The rise and fall of seven-second videos on Vine? Or was it when an egg became the most-liked...

Student council members including teacher Curt Rakestraw create paper snowflakes. This is part of the effort to create winter themed hallways.

Student council members decorate White Station hallways

Caitlin Tate December 9, 2019

As students enter the main building entrance, their wandering eye will meet the twinkling lights of holiday fairy string lights, cut-outs of snowmen and snowflakes. These decorations are due to the efforts...

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