• October 23SOL testing will take place at school on Tuesday, Oct. 28 - Wednesday, Oct. 29.
  • October 16College Night will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 28, @ the VB Convention Center from 5 -7:30 pm.
  • October 15Boo Bash will be held on Wed., Oct. 29 from 5:30-7:30 pm in the junior lot.
  • September 23SENIORS: senior portrait make-up day will be Friday, November 7. All student photos must be in by Friday, November 14.
  • June 22CHS students, faculty, and staff, have a safe and restful summer.
  • June 4Graduation will be held on Sat. June 14, @ the VBCC @1 p.m.
  • June 2The Jr./Sr. Prom will be held on Saturday, June 7, from 7-10 p.m. @ the 57th St. Wyndham Hotel.
  • June 2Seniors: MANDATORY graduation practice will be Monday, June 9, at the Virginia Beach Convention Center at 10:30 a.m.
  • May 28Senior Day will be held on Friday, June 6; this is the last day seniors must attend school.
  • May 19SOL testing will take place Tuesday, May 27 - Friday, May 30. The test & adjusted schedule can be found on the CHS website.
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YELLOW LIVESTRONG BRACELETS show support, strength, unity, and hope for those with breast cancer. Bracelets can often spread awareness to a cause without saying a word.
New LiveStrong Club raises breast cancer awareness
Trey Miller, Opinion Editor • October 16, 2025
NEWLY IMPLEMENTED SCRATCH Food Truck showed up again last week bringing in students from all grade levels to enjoy a delicious and healthy lunch. Aside from the regular cafeteria lunch, the truck offers students optional healthy options to eat instead.
Scratch Food Truck feeds Falcon students and staff
Alex John and Wyatt German • October 12, 2025
SOPHOMORE WYATT GERMAN began the match with a long shot down the fairway. German was one of the first to set a strong tone for the rest of the match.
Varsity golf claims gold at regional tournament
Rex Miller, Sports Editor • October 7, 2025
SENIOR AVA DOVE (middle) and juniors Lainey Kimnach and Harper Wilbricht spoke to the crowd before the Morgan's Message volleyball games kicked off. The purpose of the game was to raise awareness for student athlete mental health.
Girls and boys volleyball play “Morgan’s Message” dedication game
June Culicerto, Student Life Editor • October 1, 2025
Sports
JUNIOR VARSITY HEAD Coach Bank draws up a play with junior Quarterback Braden Herron. The team would later go on to score a game winning touchdown this drive.
Junior varsity football goes undefeated, first four games
Alex John and Braden Levy • October 16, 2025
SOPHOMORE BELLA GLENN runs the ball down the field to the opponent's goal. Glenn's coachability, athleticism, and grit bring the team to another level.
Lady Falcon field hockey tradition never dies
Zane Perry, Sports Editor • October 1, 2025
FALCONS FOOTBALL TEAM celebrates their win over long-time rival First Colonial High School. This a huge victory for the boys and a chance to move up in District ranking.
Falcons football defeats the Patriots of First Colonial, 48-7
Alex John and Wyatt German • September 17, 2025
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FORMERLY BOYS ON the Couch makes a come back as Vodcast 3.0. This year will bring new faces, new ideas, and new information to the school.
COFFEE SHOP WORKER DeeDee Fulton receives the "Employee of the Month" award. Fulton was chosen because of her dedication and the effort she puts into the job.
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SEPTEMBER'S SPOTIFY PLAYLIST brings students back to school feeling calm and laid back. Listening to the mix of sounds relaxes one's soul.
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Zach Perry, Multimedia Editor • September 15, 2025
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Journalism students develop "Bird's Eye View", student run podcast
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  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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SENIOR BRYCEN WIDHALM wore his Homecoming king crown with Falcon pride. Widhalm and senior Lolita Lolaj were cheered on by the 'Nest 'as they rode through the homecoming parade.
SENIOR LOLITA LOLAJ accepted Falcon Homecoming queen crown during the half-time football game. Her mom was right by her side, supporting along the way.
SENIOR MEGAN BRANNOCK (right) accepted an award on behalf of her dental office business plan. She placed 10th in the country at the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) nationals.
BRYCEN WIDHALM DRILLS the game-winning field goal to seal the victory against Landstown High School. The team rushed the field as the winning kick flew through the uprights.
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