• September 23SENIORS: senior portrait make-up day will be Friday, November 7. All student photos must be in by Friday, November 14.
  • September 23PSATs will be held on Wednesday, October 8. Listen to announcements for more information.
  • September 18Homecoming Week will be held from Monday, Sept. 22- Friday, Sept. 26. Hoco Dance is Saturday, Sept. 27.
  • 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.
  • May 7The school's newest type of sports- banquet, referred to as the ESPY's, will be held on Wed, June 11. More information to follow.
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The student news site of Frank W. Cox High School

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Ava Rassool

Ava Rassool, Editor-in-Chief

Senior Editor Journalism IV Student.

I’ve been playing soccer for 12 years for my club team, and I am committed to play soccer at Christopher Newport University. At Cox I am part of the National Honors Society, Surfrider club, Key club, and Operation smile, Quill and Scroll Honors Society and Varsity tennis. I also enjoy spending time with my friends and family, going to the beach, and traveling.

 

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JUNIOR TOMMY TORBERT brings up the energy at the fall pep rally. Students and staff prepared to celebrate the annual Homecoming game and all the fun and excitement it offers..

Fall pep rally raises excitement, heading into the homecoming game

Ava Rassool, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2025
THIS YEAR'S HOMECOMING King and Queen are seniors LOLITA LOLAJ AND Brycen Widhelm. The two were chosen as student favorites, which was evident when the crowd went wild.

Homecoming halftime meets Homecoming Court

Ava Rassool, Editor-in-Chief
September 27, 2025
SOPHOMORE GABE DELPOLIGO received the Coffee Shop Employee of the Month award for September. Delpoligo was a perfect fit to the Coffee Shop crew and loves to spread positive energy to those around him.

Coffee Shop Employee of the Month: Gabe Delpoligo

Ava Rassool and Caroline Butkovich
September 24, 2025
PE AND HEALTH teacher Ms. Matulewicz coaches a girl's basketball game during the winter season. She uses her passion for basketball as a kid to motivate her players.

Staff Spotlight of the Month: Ms. Matulewicz, “Ms. Mat”

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
May 1, 2025
ENGLISH 11 TEACHER Mrs. McGovern presents the agenda of the day to her class. McGovern encourages knowledge and one of her specialties is teaching critical reading skills.

Teacher Spotlight: Mrs. McGovern

Grayson Miller and Ava Rassool
March 28, 2025
HEALTH AND PE II and Driver's Education teacher Mr. Ingram informs students about safety on the roads in one of his 10th grade classes. He pushes his students to drive safely for the sake of themselves and others.

Staff Spotlight of the Month: Mr. Ingram

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
March 4, 2025
CHKD LOVE RUN/Walk for a Cure volunteers decked themselves out in shades of pink and red to show their support. Overall, the annual event was successful and brought out community members, students from various Virginia Beach schools and even pets.

CHKD brings support once again, Love Run/Walk for a Cure

Ava Rassool and Katie Linderman
February 18, 2025
ENGLISH TEACHER MR. Graninger participates in the winter spirit week with his crazy hat and holiday lights. Graninger encouraged students to take part in the wacky week.

Staff Spotlight of the Month: Mr Graninger

Ava Rassool, Grayson Miller
December 19, 2024
SENIORS BRAY LYONS (left), Katie Linderman, and Ireland Rich dressed up in their [respective] costumes last week at Boo Bash. They spent their night handing out candy to all the kids who showed up to trick-or-treat.

[Photo] Boo Bash "Trunk or Treat" event guarantees tricks and treats

November 4, 2024
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.

Staff Spotlight of the Month: Ms. Moresco

Ava Rassool, Grayson Miller
October 22, 2024
AP STAT AND Pre-Calc teacher Mrs. Noe sits at her desk and reflects on the day. "Although teaching can be overwhelming, " Noe said. "It's well worth it."

Staff Spotlight of the month: Mrs. Noe

Ava Rassool, Grayson Miller
September 19, 2024
COACH RIPA CELEBRATES his victory against Ocean Lakes High School two weeks ago. The Falcon boys outplayed their opponent, winning 2-0.

Staff spotlight of the month: teacher, coach Santo Ripa

Ava Rassool, Grayson Miller
May 20, 2024
SENIOR KATIE SAGER reflects on her high school career over the past four years. Sager will begin her next chapter at the University of Virginia in the fall.

Humans Of Cox: May 2024 Edition

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
May 16, 2024
ENGLISH TEACHER MRS. Meyer writes out her class schedule for the day. She has left her mark on students by working directly and forming positive relationships with them.

Staff Spotlight of the month: Mrs. Meyer

Grayson Miller and Ava Rassool
April 16, 2024
SENIOR BAILEY GRAY uses all her strength to get across the pool and win the swim competition. Her passion for swim has shaped her into who she is today.

Humans of Cox: March 2024 Edition

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
March 19, 2024
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER Mrs. Meekings returns from a Beach Buddies field trip with student Maggie Shirley. Meekings has been involved in Beach Buddies since she went to the school.

Staff Spotlight of the Month: Mrs.Meekings

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
February 23, 2024
SENIOR BEN NACEY jumps in head's above the opposing team., looking to get the ball in the hoop. Nacey has been a vital player on the school's varsity team throughout his four years. and plans to continue his run in the fall.

Humans of Cox: February 2024 edition

Grayson Miller and Ava Rassool
February 7, 2024
THEATER AND PUBLIC Speaking teacher Mrs. Machay spreads her love of all things theater related throughout the hallways of CHS. Machay is known for immersing herself fully in her students' abilities and the Falcon Stage Company productions.

Staff Spotlight of the month: Mrs. Machay

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
January 31, 2024
HONORS ALGEBRA II teacher Mrs. McConnell discussed her career in education. McConnell has developed relationships with her students and co-workers.

Staff spotlight of month: math teacher Mrs. McConnell

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
January 16, 2024
SENIOR BILLY WESTRA's interest in the theater program, Falcon Stage Company, grew over the years as he continued to offer his time and support. Westra enjoys most aspects of all that encompasses the program and hopes to continue after high school.

Humans of Cox: January 2024 edition

Grayson Miller and Ava Rassool
January 4, 2024
HONORS ENGLISH 11 teacher Lora Marlar (left) and Journalism sponsor Erin Tonelson (right) celebrated football senior night by wearing a jersey given to them by a senior player. Marlar has made a positive impact on her students and co-workers.

Staff spotlight of the month: English teacher Mrs. Marlar

Ava Rassool and Grayson Miller
December 14, 2023
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE teacher Mr. Mackey answered questions about his teaching career over the past ten years. Mackey has been a student favorite here at CHS.

Staff Spotlight of the month; Mr. Mackey

Grayson Miller and Ava Rassool
November 29, 2023
SENIOR CYRUS THOMPSON passionately plays the guitar, making more progress each time he plays. According to Thompson, music has always been a constant in his life.

Humans of Cox: October 2023 Edition 2.0

Ava Rassool, Student Life Editor
October 30, 2023
SENIOR CALI MITCHUM reflects on her involvement over the past four years at the school. She loved being part of various programs and strived to stay involved.

Humans Of Cox: September 2023 Edition

Ava Rassool, Student Life Editor
September 27, 2023
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