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

From glass to plastic, round to box, translucent to opaque, perfume and cologne come in many different shapes and sizes. With so much to choose from, its difficult to pick one, but this article outlines five easy steps to nosedive into the world of scent.

How to get into perfume and cologne in five steps

Aanya Kabra, Writer March 31, 2022

It is universally agreed upon that you should not wear the same outfit everyday. Some would take it a step even further and consider: why wear the same scent everyday? Challenging times from lack of...

This outfit is featured in the model Blumarine’s Spring 2022 collection, which includes Mariah Carey’s Y2K butterfly top. The designer, Nicola Brogano, seeks inspiration from Y2K icons like Paris Hilton and Britney Spears

The resurgence of Y2K fashion in 2022

Aanya Kabra, Writer March 31, 2022

Low rise jeans, metallic colors, platform boots and funky jewelry. These early 2000s trends that were considered gaudy only a few years back have returned in full swing, embraced by Gen-Z. Many trends...

The increasing usage of “beauty” filters has contributed to a culture of body image issues that have evolved into issues such as body dysmorphia. With this disorder, a domineering obsession with one’s appearance forms despite having a skewed view of themself.

The ‘beauty filter’ epidemic

Jessica Sahota, Writer March 31, 2022

Due to the personal nature of this subject, sources opted to remain anonymous and will be referred to as Source A, B, C, and D. As facial recognition software continues to evolve, so do the basic appearance...

Using Pinterest as a means of expression and imagination builds  a playground for artists and creative people alike. By creating boards to mix and match art pieces, it is easy to catch inspiration.

The Pinterest revival: a new wave of creative ideas and aesthetics

Dottie Young, Writer March 25, 2022

Oftentimes inspiration is needed for a project, cooking or just general decoration, but almost every artistic solution can be solved by a simple click from a web browser. Since Jan. 2010, Pinterest has...

A rider and horse compete in the three feet or children’s medal class at the Harvest Time show at the Germantown Charity Horse Show arena. The photographer, Eli Thompson (12), is mostly self-taught only having watched a few YouTube videos to assist him in his years of photography.

Thompson’s portrait of a horse

Ellie Pappas, Chief Copy Editor March 25, 2022

Sunsets. Beaches. Cityscapes. These scenes are often subjects for budding photographers, but for Eli Thompson (12), his main subject is horses.  Thompson initially gained an interest in photography...

Many recognize these familiar faces from “My Neighbor Totoro,” “Ponyo,” “Howl’s Moving Castle” and other popular works by Studio Ghibli. Miyazaki’s hand-drawn animations encapsulate what most people imagine when they think of Studio Ghibli: cute characters, nostalgic feels and a playful energy.

Studio Ghibli director Miyazaki plans on returning with a new film

Aanya Kabra, Writer March 22, 2022
“The way that the emotions are kind of a rollercoaster,” said Moffatt. “It's not all sunshine and rainbows. You have sadness in a couple of them. And when you have the ups and downs, it gives the movie depth, which is one of the Ghibli strengths.”
While the traditional and optional programs have many differences, students from each can still come together to enjoy various activities during and after school. Kathy Lam (11) and Macaya Wright (11) maintain a close friendship despite coming from two different programs.

White Station students navigate divide between traditional and optional programs

Kingston Barber, Viewpoint Team Leader February 27, 2022

Two kids. Best friends. All through elementary and middle school, they shared everything — time, secrets, a few test answers. But as they entered high school, one thing stood between them: optional and...

Ide thoroughly explains a statistics problem by working it out for his students. Ide’s teaching style is unique: he trusts his students to do work at home, so solutions can be discussed in class.

One man with four jobs: Aboubacar Amadouide

Sophia Campbell, News and Feature Team Leader February 27, 2022

Depending on the person, success may be defined by how much money you make or how much you have accomplished or just how happy you are. To statistics teacher Aboubacar Amadouide, known by his students...

Rebekah Butler (11) holds up her phone to scan a QR code to a black history trivia contest. Thanks to the efforts of Mary E. Pittman (12), events such as this have been planned throughout February to celebrate Black History Month.

Mary E. Pittman brings a new perspective on black history to White Station High School

Chase Pittman, Writer February 27, 2022

If you scan one of the many QR codes lining the hallways of White Station High School, you may find yourself with the chance to learn something new. As one of several projects intended to teach often overlooked...

High school relationships come into the forefront as the season of love sweeps through White Station. While commonly under scrutiny, these bonds can prove to be bountiful.

Valentines in Sparta: The beauty of blooming romance

Jessica Sahota, Writer February 25, 2022

Each year, Valentine’s Day paints the halls of schools everywhere in flashy pinks and vivid reds. Where these high spirits may inspire eyerolls for some, for couples, the occasion is preceded by much...

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...

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