• September 22 Class of 2030: See Mrs. Reed or Mrs. Elam in the main office.
  • September 22 Congratulations to the Marching Falcons who placed first and second in their first competition this year.
  • September 10 Field Hockey will hold a car wash fundraiser at Shorebreak on Saturday, Sept. 26.
  • September 10 Class of 2028 will hold a car wash fundraiser on Saturday, Sept, 19, at the school.
  • September 10 Coffee Shop returns on Monday, Sept. 14. Get your orders ready!
  • August 31 Class of 2029 will hold their 1st meeting during One Lunch on Thursday, Sept. 3.
  • August 31 The first varsity football game will be held on Monday, August 31, @ Ocean Lakes @ 6:30p.m.
  • August 20 Welcome back to the 2026-2027 school year! New year, new beginnings.
  • May 26 Good luck to all spring sports teams as they enter regional play.
  • May 19 SOL testing will take place Tuesday, May 26 - Friday, May 29; there will be an adjusted schedule.
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News
FALCONS' COFFE SHOP recognized Landon Ackermen as Employee of the Month for his hard work and dedication. Ackermen was chosen by both his teachers and peers for outstanding work and interaction with other students.
September Coffee Shop employee of the month: Landon Ackerman
Braden Levy, Managing Editor • October 5, 2026
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH celebrates the rich history and culture annually from September 15 - October 15. Their many contributions to the world are honored during this month-long observance.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month’s impact, life and culture
Avery Miller, News Editor • October 4, 2026
CONSTITUTION DAY CELEBRATES the development of our nation and its rights and freedoms. Our founding fathers were dedicated to not only creating a new nation, but writing a document that was meant to serve as a basis of our democracy.
CHS celebrating Constitution and Citizenship Day
Avery Miller, News Editor • September 16, 2026
VBCPS votes to add ten minutes to remaining school days, Tuesday, April 21 redistricting
VBCPS votes to add ten minutes to remaining school days, Tuesday, April 21 redistricting
Lilly Schrott, Student Life Editor • April 20, 2026
Sports
THE GIRLS CROSS country team holds a steady pace throughout the course. Each of the girls was able to beat their competition.
Falcons Cross Country on pace for postseason
Leo Remias and Aidan Rassool • October 1, 2026
VARSITY FALONS SET up for the next offensive play against Ocean Lakes High School. After the ball was snapped, the boys ran hard toward the goal line.
Falcons football makes statement win in home opener
Aidan Rassool and Leo Remias • September 11, 2026
LADY FALCON VOLLEYBALL players talk strategy and build each other up before taking the court against the Kellam Knights. The girls would go on to rally after the first set and win the match.
Falcon girls volleyball starts season off with convincing wins
Wyatt German and Peyton Phillips • September 10, 2026
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JUNIORS SHANE CIOLFI, Michael Hillier, and Aidan Bruehl bring teachers down to a more personal level, asking them what should have been "rapid-fire questions." Ciolfi, Hillier, and Bruehl weren't sure if the staff interviewed actually knew what the concept of "rapid-fire" truly means as most answers gave more information than necessary.

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HEAD COACH DALTON Head stands next to senior Parker Tillery awaiting for the next matchup. Tillery placed highest, earning second place in the tournament.

Falcons wrestling ends season with the state tournament

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SENIOR ERIN BAILEY reflects proudly on the many memories and accomplishments she has made at Cox. Bailey has enjoyed being a leader in the classroom and on the dance floor.

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SENIOR DAVID HARTWELL dribbles a futsol ball in preparation for the upcoming season. Hartwell's successful soccer career has given him the opportunity to play at the collegiate level in the fall.

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Student Life
MRS. SHUMATE (left) AND Mrs. Dasher (right) show their excitement for the first Key Club meeting today in the library during One Lunch. Students will have opportunities for community service and ways to improve their school.
THE BOYS ON the Couch met this week to discuss the latest updates and schoolwide information. In this edition, the group gave important senior parking information, all things Homecoming, as well as various sports and club information.
COFFEE SHOP TEACHER Assistant Mr. Harrington plays an integral role in making sure Coffee Shop runs smoothly each day. Harrington, along with Coffee Shop workers, has been the face of the newest promotional items offered throughout each year.
THE BOYS ON the Couch met this week to discuss the latest updates and schoolwide information. In this edition, the group gave important back to school information, including clubs and honor societies.
A&E
SEPTEMBER'S SPOTIFY PLAYLIST introduces the fall vibes, saying goodbye to summer and welcoming students back to school.
September Spotify playlist welcomes fall, new beginnings
Kyle Majors and Larkin WIlliams • September 16, 2026
JUNE'S SPOTIFY PLAYLIST embodies the feeling of June, saying goodbye to the school year and hello to summer. Slow, sunny summer days are the vibe.
June Spotify playlist offers goodbyes, then hellos
Zach Perry, Multimedia Editor • May 29, 2026
MAY'S SPOTIFY PLAYLIST embodies the feeling of May, warm weather, flowers blooming, and beach days.
May Spotify playlist welcomes warm weather with open arms
Zach Perry, Multimedia Editor • May 5, 2026
APRIL'S SPOTIFY PLAYLIST incorporates music that welcomes the warm weather with some country vibes.
April Spotify playlist, spring has sprung
Zach Perry, Multimedia Editor • April 23, 2026
Opinion
Staff Editorial Cartoon
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Staff • September 27, 2026
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Staff • May 26, 2026
SENIOR NATE WALLACE indulges in Mexican cuisine at Sidestreet Cantina at the Oceanfront. at the . Wallace was joined by seniors Jacob Palmerton and Rex Miller.
Falcon food reviewers find ‘hole in the wall’ Mexican fare, Side Street Cantina
Jacob Palmerton, Editor-in-Chief • May 19, 2026
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Journalism students develop "Bird's Eye View", student run podcast
Journalism students develop “Bird’s Eye View”, student run podcast
Carson Ludford, Opinion/Podcast Editor • April 28, 2025

  Welcome to the newest addition to the Falcon Press Online News site, home to all things CHS. Staffers recently added a podcast,...

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Humans of CHS
SENIOR BELLA TERRY steps to the Norfolk Academy offensive player to lock down the defense. Terry was tasked to stay alert in the back of the field as the last line of defense.
SENIOR CAPTAINS CAROLINE Butkovich (left) and Zane Helps (right) share pride in their roles as senior volleyball captains. Butkovich and Helps have been on the team for four years.
SENIOR AUBREY SWAIN soars from the Perch this June having earned her place in Falcon history as the newest Class Valedictorian. Swain is not only academically talented; she is creative as well. According to Swain, her intense passion and drive for success has been instilled by her parents and all of the teachers along the way.
SENIOR ELLA ATHEY-Stapleton leads the Falcon softball team with her poise, determination, and grit. Athey-Stapleton had broken the record for the fastest softball pitch at CHS in the spring of 2025.
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