• December 19SOL testing will take place Thursday, Jan. 9- Tuesday, Jan. 14. Watch announcements for the adjusted schedule.
  • December 19The annual #lunchbag community outreach initiative will be held on Wed., January 22, after school.
  • December 19Advanced Fashion's annual themed show, "Dressing through the Decades" will be Tuesday, January 14, in the auditorium.
  • December 19Students, faculty and staff return to school on Monday, January 6, 2025.
  • December 3Check out the many ways to help those less fortunate throughout the holiday season.
  • December 2Schools will be closed for Winter Break from December 23 -January 3 of next year!
  • December 2Good luck to winter athletes as they move into their new seasons.
  • November 12Course selections for grades 9, 10, 11 will take place during One Lunch the week of Dec. 9- Dec. 13.
  • 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.
The student news site of Frank W. Cox High School

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The student news site of Frank W. Cox High School

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The student news site of Frank W. Cox High School

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Senior Spencer Davidson

Spencer Davidson, Multimedia/Managing Editor

Senior Journalism III student

Spencer is a photographer, honing his craft at concerts and around Virginia Beach.

He is most proud of the time he began working with Pharrell.

Spencer plans to attend James Madison University in the fall of 2021.

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THE SCHOOL GREENHOUSE stands next to the football field ready for students to create fresh produce and herbs. SNHS Members and students in the Beach Buddies program are working together to make the school "green".

[Photo] SNHS and Beach Buddies conquer green cleaning

Malia Coull, Student Life Editor
May 6, 2021

Teachers, students show differences in generational pop culture

Spencer Davidson, Editor-In-Chief
April 29, 2021
SENIOR TYLER POOLE prepares to serve the ball to the opposing team, hoping for an ace. Thus far, the boys have gone 5-1 this season.

[Photo] Senior Falcon volleyball player Tyler Poole shares hope, a successful senior season

April 1, 2021
SENIOR TAYLOR DODY shows off her newly found 'Beach Buddies' following a Zoom conference with the fire department. The lesson provided valuable information on emergency reception skills.

VTFT provides valuable information, post educational options

Spencer Davidson, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2021
Junior Journalism II Student

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[Photo] Natalie Jones

November 12, 2019
CORONAVIRUS MEDICAL ANIMATION photos combine to depict elements and shapes of a viral cell. According to scientificanimations.com, major elements include Spike S protein, HE protein, viral envelope and helical RNA.

COVID-19 pandemic encourages a ‘new normal’

Spencer Davidson, Multimedia Editor
May 7, 2020
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF Something in the Water Robby Wells speaks during the community discussion at the Virginia Beach Convention Center. Information regarding programming and logistics was presented to the public.

City council releases new information, Something in the Water

Spencer Davidson, Editor-In-Chief
March 11, 2020
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF Something In The Water, Robby Wells updates the city on the upcoming programming during the event. The new information was revealed at the City Council meeting on March 2.

SENIOR JORDAN LEWIS runs through spirit tunnel. He is a starting player for the Falcons.

[Photo] Jordan Lewis reaches 1,000 point mark in basketball career

Bailey Deaver, Managing Editor
February 27, 2020
STUDENTS INVOLVED WITH Beach Buddies gather together to participate in the Love Run event. The goal was to raise money to benefit the children of CHKD and bring smiles to their faces.

[Photo] Love Run/Walk fundraises for CHKD

Kenzie White, Student Life Editor
February 25, 2020
THE BLACK HISTORY month assembly commences with a performance from the school's Step Team, who showed the audience just how important this event was to them. Students and staff agreed that this was the highlight of the assembly.

[Photo] Black History month assembly, freedom for all

February 18, 2020
THE BLACK HISTORY month assembly commences with a performance from the school's Step Team, who showed the audience just how important this event was to them. Students and staff agreed that this was the highlight of the assembly.

[Photo] Black History month assembly, freedom for all

Staff
February 18, 2020
FASHION STUDENTS HIT the stage this week to practice their routines for the upcoming show. Students and faculty alike have given their time to countless rehearsals and fittings to make this year's show another success.

[Photo] ´Fashion in Film´ showcases iconic movie styles

February 4, 2020
FUTURE COLLEGIATE ATHLETES listen intently as Varsity Lacrosse coach Todd Esposito speaks proudly about his students. Senior Weston Green commited to Limestone University to play lacrosse and further his education

FUTURE COLLEGIATE ATHLETES listen intently as baseball coach Robert Ittner speaks proudly about his students. Senior students Ryan Long and Josh Grubz commited to their respective universities, Lynchburg and East Carolina, to further their academic and athletic careers.

SENIOR NATE UNGER (center front) sits stoically while his football coach Bill Stachelski (center back) speaks about his work ethic and character during National Signing Day. Unger ultimately chose to venture into higher education. for both academics and football. at Washington & Lee University in the fall.

[Photo] Humans of CHS: March 2020 Edition

March 18, 2020
HOOPS FOR HOPE teams battle for victory all week to determine which team will reign victorious and play the teacher team on Friday. All student teams feel the tournament is for a worthwhile cause, win or lose.

[Photo] Students and teachers 'ball' in the "Hoops for Hope" match up

February 8, 2020
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SENIORS SIGN TO commit to their college sports team. Their coaches stand proud behind them.

COACH ROUNTREE COMMENDS her field hockey players Seniors Zoe Campisi, Kylie Levine, and Sarah Spear. They all held leadership roles in the school.

SIGNEES POSE IN the Library after committing to their sports teams. Before the reception, Dr. Kelly spoke on the benefits of the four "A's"

FALCON BOYS BASKETBALL is all-smiles after their win over rival FC. The team has a 11-6 season record.

[Photo] Falcon Boys Basketball take down rivals FC

Bailey Deaver, Managing Editor
February 4, 2020
LEAD SINGER AUSTIN Getz of Turnover performs selections from their new album 'Altogether'. The band is returning to Virginia Beach for Something In The Water this April.

‘Turnover’ brings heartfelt performance back home

Spencer Davidson, Editor In Chief
January 15, 2020
SENIOR DARRIEN PRATT makes a layup against First Colonial. The game was won in the last 20 seconds with a final free throw..

Falcons soar to victory over rival F.C.

Spencer Davidson, Photography Editor
December 19, 2019
LIL BABY ADDRESSES the crowd at his show at the Norfolk Scope at the beginning of the month. The performance provided a safe venue for Norfolk State's homecoming festivities.

Lil’ Baby brings powerhouse performance to Norfolk

Spencer Davidson, Photography Editor
November 12, 2019
SENIORS ALEX PEREZ, Eric Michals, and Audra Chaffinch pose for a picture after their first Diversity club meeting. The club notified students about their upcoming service project.

[Photo] Diversity club brings attention to Hispanic Heritage month

October 29, 2019
HOMECOMING KING AND queen seniors Will Jutton and Jordan Parker-Ashe receive their crowns at the Homecoming Football game. After, they were crowned, the new king and queen took a victory lap around the track.

[Photo] Q & A: Falcon’s new Homecoming king and queen speak out

Tanner Bailey
October 21, 2019
Junior Emily Chick

Senior Jake Holston

Senior Dan Labib

Sophomore Amanda Poindexter

Junior Jacqueline Reed

Junior Mia Gardner

Junior Logan Bruehl

Junior Kendall Spriggans

Junior Abby Brown

Junior Michael McNicholas

Junior Connor Pope

Junior Zach Huhn

Senior Parker Ensogna

Sophomore Riley Smith

Junior Alana Cecchini

Sophomore Marina Hlouverakis

Junior Lauren Tillery

Junior Drew Savino

Sophomore Alec Aguilar

Senior Amirrah Cooper

Junior Malia Coull

Junior Madison Warren

Senior Connor Toben

Junior Chris Nelms

Senior Kaelig Michael

Senior Tony Labib

Senior Maddie Brunick

Junior Jayden Ousley

Senior Kaitlyn Piston

Louis Paulson

Senior Nate Unger

Senior Tanner Bailey

Senior Finley Legg

Junior Mia Garces

Junior Kayleigh Cannaday

Ms. Tonelson

Senior Ashley McGrath

Senior Alex Perez

Senior Audra Chaffinch

Senior Eric Michals

Junior Caitlin Sullivan

Junior Kenzie White

Junior Burkelle Reighard

Senior Lauren Moscovitz

Senior Zoe Ferell

Senior Marina Scherrer

Senior Katherine Harriman

Senior Bailey Deaver

Senior Sydney Hillier

Junior Zoe Floyd

Junior Skylar Floyd

Junior Lauren Barrineau

Senior Zoe Hines

Senior Laine Hillier

Junior Sebastian Campos

Senior Spencer Goodman

Senior Payton Brunick

MATTY HEALY OF The 1975 performs at VACU Live on May 22, 2019 in Richmond, Virginia. The 1975 performed, and often paused to make social commentary.

RVA Mag publishes junior Spencer Davidson’s music reviews

Spencer Davidson, Arts and Entertainment Editor
September 16, 2019
SOPHOMORE EMA CHRISTIAN defends the ball from attacking players during a field hockey game at Cox on September 10. The Falcons were defending a number one seed position.

[Photo] Q&A: Falcon field hockey fights rival First Colonial once again

Nathan Unger and Sebastian Campos
September 19, 2019
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