The Time of Our Lives: How Calendars Work
One of the pleasant aspects of the work in which teachers and students engage is the rhythm of the academic calendar. Just a few months ago we returned to school full of optimism and hope for the new year. It wasn’t a new year as in January 1st, and we didn’t greet each other on […]
Men’s Retreat
Around 35 New Covenant dads attended the Men’s Retreat at Bold Branch Farm over the weekend. They enjoyed delicious food, fun activities, and were encouraged by Headmaster Heaton as he spoke on his own experiences in fatherhood.
The Funnel—A Great Parenting Hack
Have you ever noticed how much easier it is to pour salt into your favorite shaker with a funnel? That great shape helps avoid spills—the grains just go with the flow. This simple tool makes kitchen tasks much easier to handle. This little discovery reminded me of a “funnel” that changed my parenting game when […]
Community Lecture Series: Keith McCurdy
Special speaker Keith McCurdy spoke with students to discuss issues facing today’s youth and how to be resilient. In the evening he held a special seminar for parents to discuss Raising Sturdy Children. Keith has worked for over 35 years in the mental health field and currently is the CEO of Total Life Counseling, Inc.
Christmas Break Dec 20 – Jan 3
New Covenant Schools and the offices will be closed for Christmas Break from December 20 through January 3. We will have noon dismissal on December 19. Merry Christmas!
SOR Poetry Recital
The School of Rhetoric gathered around bonfires and sipped hot chocolate to enjoy the annual Poetry Recital. The winners were: 9th Grade- Joel Ng, 10th Grade- Ryleigh Taylor, 11th Grade- Corey Hackenbracht, and Seniors and overall Jefferson Cup winner Colin Mather.
Engine 8 Visits New Covenant
Our Pre-K and Kindergarten students had a friendly visit from Engine 8, and the firefighters shared all about fire safety with the students.
“A Latte Poetry” Recital
The Middle School enjoyed an evening of poetry while they enjoyed a coffeehouse style event. The winners were: Claire Reynolds was the Jefferson Cup winner.5th grade: Macy Vollmer, “Which Are You?” by Ella Wheeler Wilcox6th grade: Alex Quaranta, “Granny” by James Whitcomb Riley7th grade: Claire Reynolds, “The Night Wind” by Eugene Field8th grade: Naomi Rigg, […]
Fall Break, Oct 16th – 18th
There will be no school and the office will be closed for Fall Break Monday, October 16th – Wednesday, October 18th.
School of Rhetoric DC Trip
The entire School of Rhetoric traveled to Washington D. C. Each grade visited different sites around town, and the entire group enjoyed a concert together at the Kennedy Center.
