• October 24Good luck to all fall athletes as they continue regular season play; an/or regional play.
  • October 21Senior night for fall sports, cheer and dance will be held on Friday, October 25, before the home football game.
  • October 21Congrats to the Falcon football team for their Homecoming win over the Tallwood Lions, 23-20 on Friday night.
  • September 6Falcon Forum will now be held in November...stay tuned for details.
  • September 1All students will attend conduct assemblies on Thursday, Sept. 5, throughout the morning.
  • September 1Open House for parents, teachers and students will be Wed, Sept. 4, at 5 p.m.
  • August 19No school for students, faculty, or staff on Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day.
  • August 19Good luck to all fall athletes as they move into their seasons.
  • August 19Students return to school on Monday, Aug. 26.
  • August 19Welcome back teachers and staff, Monday, August 19.
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The student news site of Frank W. Cox High School

Falcon Press News
News
EXCITED PARENTS FILM their children singing and dancing along to the princess performance. The princesses and bounce castles were a hit this year.
VA Cupcake Festival supports CHKD, third consecutive year
Sydney Haftel, News Editor • October 25, 2024
CLASS OF 2023 seniors painted parking spots to fundraise for their end of high school events also, Students will paint their spots however they desire this year as well.
Senior class fundraiser presents creative opportunity, painting parking spots
Brendan White and Kristopher Katabian • October 10, 2024
LOCAL SURFER RIDES a wave at the Oceanfront. He is hitting a "snap", or turning at a 90 degree angle.
Surf Club welcomes new members, ride waves
Hunter Tromly and Chris Prettyman • September 30, 2024
"SOMETHING IN THE Water" fans celebrated the event as the display of vibrant lights and positive energy brought a peaceful vibe to the Oceanfront. Artists and fans alike felt alive, caught up in the party atmosphere.
"Nothing in The Water", ticket sales last minute cancellation
Hunter Thatch and Kalli McIlravy • September 25, 2024
Sports
FALCON VARSITY FOOTBALL players line-up against the Sun devils of Salem High School last Friday on senior night. The boys wore pink in support of cancer awareness month.
Seniors soar; Falcons come out on top over Salem, senior night
Hunter Thatch, Sports Editor • October 29, 2024
BOYS VOLLEYBALL PLAYERS huddle up before the game to hype each other up. They faced off against Tallwood High school last beating them 3-1.
Falcons boys volleyball sets up for win
Hank Brown, Sports Editor • October 10, 2024
FALCON VARSITY FOOTBALL players plan to continue their epic season when they face the Dolphins of Ocean Lakes on Friday night. Fans are encouraged to join in the "pink out" to support breast cancer.
Falcon football starts first half hot
Conner Worth, Sports Editor • October 4, 2024
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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.

Rapid fire questions take teachers to more personal level

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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
BOYS ON THE Couch discuss their weekly topics. Some of these topics include football's senior night, Boo Bash, and regional sports.
BOYS AND GIRLS on the couch settles in a cozy classroom to deliver the news for this week. The boys and girls discuss information about their upcoming senior night and more.
BOYS ON THE Couch discuss all the events held during Homecoming Week. Some of the items discussed include the bonfire, football game, and Homecoming dance.
MS. TONELSON'S, "or Ms. T's" DOOR embodies this year's Homecoming theme, "and the Award Goes To...", sharing photos of her current upper level Journalism students. This particular door provides entry into the Journalism room, home of six national first place and ten first in state awards. "The awards go to my students, past and present who add a small piece of themselves into the publication each and every year," Tonelson said.
A&E
CHS ART STUDENTS examine a topography map in the aquarium. As they observe, they will be jotting down future reference points.
Art students visit Virginia Beach Aquarium
Sydney Haftel, News Editor • October 9, 2024
October's playlist brings a spooky feeling as eerie instrumentals flood one's air pods. The chosen songs are appropriate for the month of screams and scares.
October's Spotify playlist brings eerie vibe
Elena Istina, Multimedia Editor • October 7, 2024
SPONSOR SCIENCE teacher Ms. Lant hopes to encourage students to go on the Belize trip in the summer of 2025 as part of her science based "hand-on-'learning". Lant is already trying to gather a group of interested students to join the much anticipated trip.
Belize trip takes off, summer 2025
Serenity Lango, News Editor • September 30, 2024
CALM SUNSET OVER the Oceanfront predicts a successful 50th annual Neptune Festival. Hurricane Helene is approaching quickly however and event coordinators are hoping the weather will hold.
Neptune Festival celebrates 50th Anniversary, sand sculpting at Oceanfront event
Jacob Palmerton and Hudson Bartley • September 26, 2024
Opinion
PELON"S FISH TACOS consist of deliciously cooked shrimp, fresh lettuce, cheese and a special crema. Senior Christian Braithwaite found the tacos to be tasty, but not tasty enough to score higher than an eight out of ten.
Pelon's Baja Grill serves Mexican cuisine, popular spot around town
Maxwell Palmerton and Blake Heselius • October 21, 2024
Cell phone ban in schools, too much
Cell phone ban in schools, too much
Staff • October 3, 2024
SENIORS BLAKE HESELIUS (right) and Max Palmerton discuss their winning Hibachi meal at Shogun. Teppanyaki chefs cook food right in front of customers.
"Foodies" review returns, hibachi style
Maxwell Palmerton and Blake Heselius • September 16, 2024
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Journalism students develop "Bird's Eye View", student run podcast
Journalism students develop "Bird's Eye View", student run podcast
Matt Goodman/Cole Ludford, Multimedia Editor • September 17, 2024

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

Humans of CHS
SOFTBALL COACH MS. MORESCO brings positive energy to the fields each and every day. Moresco has elevated the program to a higher level over the fast few years.
SENIOR NASIR MCCARTER preps the team for the next play in the game against the Bayside Marlins. The players followed his lead to score the winning touchdown.
SENIOR SOPHIA SHUPERT plans the Homecoming agenda, along with the many other clubs and student groups involved in creating the theme and implementing the huge event. Shupert, along with the student body, staff and alumni, are ready to execute their ideas and watch the week unfold.
Aubrey Swain performed in the Governor's School Spring Showcase last year as a sophomore. Swain has immersed herself in all things theater.
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