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TikTok takes over, downloaded by millions

January 15, 2020

TikTok, one of the world’s leading social media platforms, has captivated the minds of over 500 million p...

DECA competitors take on districts, individuals and teams qualify for state competition

January 15, 2020

"It was tough competition, with Kempsville's new Entrepreneurship Academy students dominating in sheer number of students, but the Falcons did not disappoint. Our kids killed it though, bringing home 20 medals and a trophy for Most Spirited banner," Bolling said.

Falcons share holiday traditions

December 18, 2019

Falcon faculty, students, and staff show their diversity by participating in a variety of holiday traditi...

Q & A: Step Team ‘envisions’ future success

December 16, 2019

The CHS Step Team, Envision, can be found at various events within the school. They bring consistent en...

‘Parents Night Out’ event offers shoppers’ freedom

December 16, 2019

"This will be a great way to introduce younger kids to the school's community and open the doors to them for the first time to experience what the school is like before they come later on in their high school career," SCA sponsor Mrs. Gillespie said.

AP Biology students attend cadaver lab

December 15, 2019

“The cadaver lab is such an important field trip for my AP Bio Students because they gain so much out of it. They experience more about what’s it like being hands in the medical field, and can learn about Oceanography and/or Astronomy,” Shumate said.

‘Tik Tok’ breaks the internet

December 12, 2019

The updated and increasingly popular 'Tik Tok' app, developed by ByteDance, is taking the social media...

Falcons make a difference, an inside look

December 2, 2019

We know our Falcon family strives for excellence both in and out of the classroom, and while many st...

Seniors capture memories through mural

November 26, 2019

The senior mural is a CHS tradition where National Art Honor Society (NAHS) students showcase the se...

How to: giving thanks, accept compliments

November 22, 2019

Furthermore, giving thanks, expressing gratitude and offering positive compliments does not only benefit others, but can also benefit oneself.

Students help the United Way one penny at a time

November 22, 2019

"All of the money is going to charity locally. It's so easy for students to donate because anyone can participate and everyone has extra pennies to bring in," Gillespie said.

Coquettes finish first, Manchester Lancer Dancer invitational

November 19, 2019

The Coquettes dance squad soared last weekend during their competition the Manchester Lancer Dancer co...