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 cafeteria was converted into a world of possibilities. Clubs from JROTC to Latin were featured for students, and they were also able to tour the school and discuss with fellow students or teachers about classes.

Optional open house has clubs, classes, and councils, oh my!

Hayden Thornton, Student Life Writer April 7, 2020

White Station High School has a lot to offer students of all different talents and abilities. The Optional open house gave White Station the ability to not only flaunt its programs to current students...

Iowa Caucus: Why the results are still unclear

Sophia Campbell, Writer April 7, 2020

Every four years, American citizens from all over the nation study the results of the Iowa Caucus to predict which presidential candidate  will most likely win, and the results also give candidates an...

 “Evermore,” the title being inspired by Edgar Alan Poe’s Poem “The Raven,” is a shot of a red windowpane shining in a dark room, taken by Campbell. Luna’s watercolor pieces are portraits of her young cousin, and her uncle’s mother eating at a dinner table.

Campbell and Luna win regional American Vision Awards

Katie Lamm, Writer March 29, 2020

In a dark room, among blow-up mattresses, stands a bright red window pane. Light pours into the room through a window, perfectly highlighting the ruby red pane. Emmett Campbell (11) captured this moment...

Curly hair is differentiated by the texture of the hair. People with looser curl patterns are denoted as having 2a-3b hair texture;others with more kinkier and thicker hair are considered 3c-4c.

Natural hair’s journey to acceptance in mainstream media

Caitlin Tate March 28, 2020

Black naturally curly hair has fought an uphill battle to become accepted in mainstream media. Originally, braids and other natural hairstyles were used to differentiate class structures and tribespeople...

 “Evermore,” the title being inspired by Edgar Alan Poe’s Poem “The Raven,” is a shot of a red windowpane shining in a dark room, taken by Campbell. Luna’s watercolor pieces are portraits of her young cousin, and her uncle’s mother eating at a dinner table.

Campell and Luna win regional American Vision Awards

Katie Lamm, Writer March 27, 2020

In a dark room, among blow-up mattresses, stands a bright red window pane. Light pours into the room through a window, perfectly highlighting the ruby red pane. Emmett Campell (11) captured this moment...

 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...

The bracket entitled Ballot Box Babes is found outside of Rakestraws classroom and is to find the hottest politician.

Rakestraw polls students to discover who is the hottest politician

Caitlin Tate March 21, 2020

While walking down the hall towards the senior gym, many students have marveled at the bracket of politicians outside of the library. The bracket was made by the U.S. Government and Politics teacher Curt...

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...

“The Blair Witch Project”, a well-known horror film, came out in 1999 and made $250 million from a modest budget of $60,000. This film follows three film students to collect documentary footage about the Blair Witch, but their journey takes a turn for the worst when they get lost in the woods.

Low-budget blockbusters: how and why they become famous

Katie Lamm, Writer March 6, 2020

Multiple factors go into making a blockbuster movie. Budget is one of them. Still, money isn’t everything. Plenty of movies make it big while spending little. Low-budget films are less likely to be...

Models from the Tom Ford and Pacco Rabanne runway wear elements taken from different eras, including 80s disco collars and 70s oversized suits. While incorporating old elements, the looks evolve by making the looks gender neutral and adding neon colors.

A look into possible 2020 fashion trends

Caitlin Tate March 2, 2020

Silver Chains. Neon colors. Cowboy accessories. These characteristics may seem unrelated but were all forefronts of pop-culture fashion in 2019. As society moves into 2020, so will fashion trends. Many...

The Mock Trial team poses for one final picture before leaving for state competitions. Their dedication has landed the team another city championship, and the potential for more.

White station mock trial advances to state competitions

Grant Baxter March 1, 2020

Victory is sweet and well-deserved, especially for the White Station Mock Trial team as they triumphed in the Memphis city championship last Tuesday. With a win over St. Mary’s Episcopal School, White...

Since the pivotal Iowa caucuses, Bernie Sanders has shown a steady increase in voter support. This trend is expected to carry over into the upcoming South Carolina primaries.

Bernie Sanders picks up speed in Nevada caucus

Rachel Parkison, Student Life Team Leader February 26, 2020

Following a decisive win in the Nevada caucuses last weekend, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has begun to build significant momentum in his campaign.  According to a report by Politico, Sanders came in...

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