Curriculum Standards

2011-04-12T13:32:11Z

Social Studies Standards

2010-10-19T13:37:33Z

Coming Fall 2011

Mathematics Standards

2010-10-19T13:35:58Z

The Covenant School Mathematics Standards

The study of mathematics is the study of God's divine order. Mathematics allows us to invent, to problem solve, and to make connections. When we do this in a way that honors the Lord, we glorify Him and bring benefit to ourselves and others.

The Covenant School Mathematics Content Standards were developed from the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) publication Principles and Standards for School Mathematics (2000). The Mathematics program of curriculum and instruction is designed to develop our students' content and processing knowledge. The Content Standards can be described as the "what" in mathematics and include algebra, number and operation, geometry, measurement, data analysis and probability. The Process Standards are the "how" and include problem solving, reasoning and proof, communication, connections, representation. The Covenant School PreK-Grade 6 students use Everyday Mathematics curriculum for classroom mathematical instruction, and sixth graders also study transitional math in preparation for middle school.

Writing Standards

2010-10-19T13:34:32Z

The Covenant School Writing Standards

The mission of The Covenant School in regards to the writing curriculum is based on the belief that writing cannot be separated from other subject areas. We strive to see our students become skilled writers and fluent readers. We desire to equip our students to communicate with different audiences for a variety of purposes. Our goal is for our students to participate as knowledgeable, reflective, creative, and critical members of a variety of literacy communities.

The Covenant School has chosen to implement the Lucy Calkins Writing Curriculum for grades Prekindergarten through Sixth to help our students become better readers and writers. Using this curriculum, students of all grade levels learn to work through the different stages of the writing process as they select topics, plan strategies, write drafts, examine their work through revision and editing, and finally complete their writing with a final draft. Students are exposed to different types of writing, and they are challenged to write not only narratives, but poetry, fiction, letters, informational writing, descriptive writing, persuasive writing, and research writing over the years.

Teachers also integrate handwriting, spelling, phonics, and grammar skills into writing lessons so that students are constantly applying what they have learned in other subject areas. The final aspect of our writing program teaches students the skills not only to write, but also to present their writing for others through oral presentations. Students from an early age are taught how to share their own stories with others, read their work with a strong confident voice, maintain eye contact while presenting, make presentations using appropriate visual tools, recite poetry or Bible verses in front of their peers, and use appropriate vocabulary to communicate their work with their audience.

Reading Standards

2010-10-17T14:17:44Z

The Covenant School Reading Standards

Students at The Covenant School build upon a solid foundation of reading skills throughout their elementary years. Students are taught reading through a philosophy of balanced literacy. Literary experiences include whole-group shared reading and small group guided reading using leveled readers. Each student is met where he/she is, at an individual skill level and challenged to move ahead and progress to develop deeper understanding, along with more advanced reading skills and strategies. Students are immersed in rich literature in order not only to foster a love of reading and words, but also to create a foundation of vocabulary words and numerous literary elements that they may carry and utilize throughout their lives.

Foundations and Frameworks is the reading program adopted for the grades 3-6 at TCS. Foundations and Frameworks is an instructional reading program that uses a collection of best practices for equipping students to fully understand ideas conveyed in text. It leads students to deeper, more complex thinking and increased understanding of concepts, connections and patterns of ideas and concepts. The program systematically promotes the critical thinking and problem solving skills that lead to literary analysis and Biblical discernment.

Science Standards

2010-10-17T14:17:26Z

The Covenant School Science Content Standards

The Covenant School Science program is an inquiry-based program that provides a superior education informed by the Biblical worldview. Using the science lab, students in Grades PreK-6 engage in hands-on experiences learning about plants and animals, growth and change, rocks and minerals, measuring matter and forces and motion.

The Covenant School Science Content Standards were created from the National Science Education Standards (NSES), and these standards are divided into the following eight strands:

Unifying Concepts and Processes
Science as Inquiry
Science and Technology
History and the Nature of Science
Physical Science (Grades: PreK, 1, and 4)
Life Science (Grades: K, 2, 5)
Earth Science (Grades: PreK, 1, 3)
Science in the Personal and Social Perspective (Grades: K, 2, 6)

The first four strands listed are important for science instruction at all levels, and they are part of the scientific process of methods and reasoning, which will be experienced by all the students in Grades PreK-6.

The remaining strands are categories of scientific content areas that are divided among Grades PreK-6. The equal division of these strands provides students with multiple experiences to a more in-depth level of content and scientific processing knowledge in that strand than would be possible if the focus was on all four strands at the same time. By Grade 6, the students will cycle through the strands three times. Additionally, at the end of Grade 6, the students will review all of the eight strands to examine and reflect on the scientific knowledge constructed over time. Through such in-depth, hands-on science instruction, our students are equipped more deeply to glorify and enjoy God's scientific order and creation.

Fall Fundraiser

2010-09-21T17:07:05Z

Parents' Association Fall Fundraiser sale dates:

Friday, October 1st - Wednesday, October 14th!

Fall_Fundraising_Flyer.pdf

Mid_Sale_Reminder.pdf

Fall_Fundraiser_Contest.pdf

Remember...this year is a little different. We are selling Sally Foster gift cards and cookie dough tubs. There is no catalog to look through and purchase from. You will just sell the gift cards. Please contact Charlotte Smith or Ann Moore with any questions.

SALLY FOSTER...UP TO 40% OF EVERY PURCHASE GOES DIRECTLY TO OUR SCHOOL!

Sally Foster offers premium gift wrap and gifts for everyone! And EVERYTHING is $20 or less! They also offer convenient online ordering, so be sure to email your friends and family. Detailed information for online ordering is included in the sales packet. www.sallyfoster.com

By purchasing products from Sally Foster, you'll be helping the Covenant School acquire...

Professional development for teachers
Cutting-edge technology
Student enrichment programs
New curriculum offerings

Questions? Email Fall Fundraiser Co-Chairs:

Charlotte Smith charlottewsmith@comcast.net

Ann Moore aeamoore@gmail.com

Forms

2010-09-07T22:54:39Z

Accident Report Form.pdf

Sub Request form.pdf

Technology_Service_Request.pdf

Facility Request Form.pdf

Professional_Development_Grant.pdf

Dress_Code_Reminder.pdf

Counseling Referral Form.pdf

Online Resources

2010-08-02T19:43:58Z

English/Spelling

Reading/Lang. Arts

Math

Science & Social Studies

Technology

Multiple Subjects

Curriki
Harcourt School Publishers
Scholastic
Kathy Schrock's Guide for Educators
Education Resources
The Cornerstone
A to Z Teacher Stuff
Teacher Tools
portaportal - Guest Access: jackieandkris
Hubbard's Cupboard (Pre-K and K)
eduTecher
Mastery Club
Quia
Teaching with the Web
That Quiz

Smart Board

Worksheets & Other Extras

Super Teacher Worksheets
Teach-nology
Songs for Teaching
Fit 4 Fun Kids Fitness
Discovery Education - United Streaming
Mrs. Renz's File Cabinet
Theme & Units Resources
Handwriting Worksheet Maker
Wordle - create cool posters with your own words
Tagxedo
Fur.ly
Google Squared
Prezi
Puzzle Maker
RubiStar
Print-Bingo - free bingo card generator
Worksheet Works

Teacher-Approved Websites

2010-08-02T15:30:02Z

Animals / Insects

Math & Science

Bible Fun

Computer Skills

Social Studies

English/Spelling

Reading/Lang. Arts

Read, Write, Think
Starfall.com
Dr. Seuss
Shel Silverstein's Site
Headsprout Reading Online (subscription required)
Kids@Random
Storybird
Animated Tall Tales

Nashville

Art Fun

Spanish

Sports

Misc. Subjects

Cool Sites

First Aid / Health

Reference and Homework Help

Early-Care and After-School Care

2010-07-27T19:57:44Z

EARLY-CARE PROGRAM

The Early-Care Program in the gym is a free service for our students who arrive at school between 7:15-7:40a.m. A parent must park, walk the student inside the designated side entrance, and sign in the student. Please make sure that a staff member is present before leaving your child, and do not drop off your child on the sidewalk without walking him/her inside. The Early-Care Program will begin Thursday, Aug. 18.

AFTER-SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM

The After-School Care Program in the gym is offered for a fee ($10 each day) for students who remain at school from 3:00-5:30 p.m. and who have registered for the service. Students who have not been picked up at dismissal by 3:15 will be signed in for the After-School Care Program. Please learn more about the After-School Care Program by referring to the Handbook and Directory 2011-12. After-School Care will not be offered on Thurs. and Friday, Aug. 18-19, but it will begin on Monday, Aug. 22.

After School Care exists to provide a safe and loving environment for children, while assisting parents with their needs for ongoing care or drop-in care. After School Care provides an atmosphere that helps children enjoy their afternoon, while spending their time wisely until parents arrive. Students are given time for a healthy snack, a quiet place for homework, a variety of indoor and outdoor play activities and organized games and crafts. Students are expected to conduct themselves according to the behavior expectations listed in the school handbook.

All After School Care participants must be enrolled by completing an enrollment form:

After_Care_Enrollment_Form.pdf

Hours: 3:00-5:30 pm. There is no after school care on early dismissal days. Children may stay for all or part of the time.

Fee: $10 flat fee per child, per day. Late pick-ups charged $10 per child, per minute past 5:30 pm.

Billing: Parents will receive an invoice at the end of each month for the services they have utilized. A $20 late fee will be applied if payment is received after the 10th of the following month.

Snacks and Drinks: Provided by The Covenant School

Please click on the link below to find out additional information about our After Care program.

After_Care_Information.pdf

For additional information, call (615-467-2313) or email Nan Crim, the After-School Care Coordinator.

Back to School Information

2010-07-14T16:06:46Z

Dear Covenant School Families,

Happy summer! I hope you are enjoying lots of fun in the sun with some relaxation, too. Our school summer camps have been terrific, and we have more camps coming up if you would like an opportunity to participate. More information can be found here. I know that all our students have also been busy with summer reading--so many wonderful books to discover and so little time! Please read aloud to one another; this is important for student reading fluency, and the children benefit from hearing their parents model expressive reading as well.

Important school forms such as the school calendar, required forms, ERB score report, class supply list, and the new dress code were mailed to you. Many of those school forms can also be found on our website. A committee of parents revised the dress code, which I reviewed and approved. Please note that some clothing options are no longer included and some new options have been added. Because red, white, and black are our school colors, navy clothing options have been deleted (with the exceptions of the Covenant sweatshirts, Covenant jackets, and the boys' blazer). Please follow the dress code closely as you make clothing purchases. Items may be purchased from The Covenant School Booster Store on Orientation Day.

Please note that tuition payments begin in July through your FACTS tuition payment account. The class lists will be sent to you through email in the first week of August so that all new students applying this summer may be included. Please continue to share about our school with your friends and invite them to call Diana Apple, Director of Admission, for a tour and application. We still have room to grow!

"We're lovin' it at Covenant!" --Dr. Catherine Graham

ORIENTATION DAY: Wednesday, August 17, 8:30-10:00 a.m.

Students and their parents should gather in the Fellowship Hall by 8:30 a.m. Students are not required to wear uniforms to Orientation, but they may do so if they choose.After the Orientation program, the students will join their teachers for a parade to the classrooms.

Parents should pick up your copy of The Covenant School Handbook and Directory 2011-12. Then parents should follow their child to the classroom to turn in to the teacher all the child's required school forms and to drop off a bag (labeled with the child's name) containing all the required school supplies, which the students may sort.

Tennessee law requires that the school must have a birth certificate and a current health immunization form for your child before the first day of school. Please turn those in to the school office on or before Orientation Day.

Students will be dismissed from the classroom to leave with their parents by 10:00 a.m. (If a child must leave with another adult, then the child's parent must provide a written and signed note to the teacher before dismissal.)

The Covenant School Booster Store will be open after Orientation.

FIRST DAYS OF SCHOOL: Morning Arrival begins at 7:40 a.m. at the School Entrance, and students must be seated in their classrooms by 8:00 a.m. Students who arrive after 8:00 will be issued a Tardy Slip by the receptionist and will remain at the receptionist's desk until the conclusion of chapel at 8:25. On Thursday and Friday, August 18-19, the Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten students will dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Dismissal for all other students will be 3:00 p.m. Students must be picked up by 3:15; students who are not picked up by that time will be signed in for After-School Care Service in the gym. Please drop off and pick up your children from the main school entrance only so that we may ensure their safety. Please follow all instructions for Student Arrival and Dismissal in the Handbook and Directory 2011-12.

NEW TRAFFIC DIRECTION FOR ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL: Cars may enter the school lot from either entrance, but then should drive in the counter-clockwise direction (bearing right through the second parking level and curving left towards the sanctuary and the school entrance). Then the cars will exit straight from the school entrance down the hill. On rainy days, the cars will drive counter-clockwise past the sanctuary and school entrance to the covered porte-cochere to drop off or pick up students. (This new traffic pattern eliminates the longer clockwise loop past the porte-cochere).

EARLY-CARE PROGRAM: The Early-Care Program in the gym is a free service for our students who arrive at school between 7:15-7:40a.m. A parent must park, walk the student inside the designated side entrance, and sign in the student. Please make sure that a staff member is present before leaving your child, and do not drop off your child on the sidewalk without walking him/her inside. The Early-Care Program will begin Thursday, Aug. 18.

AFTER-SCHOOL CARE PROGRAM: The After-School Care Program in the gym is offered for a fee ($10 each day) for students who remain at school from 3:00-5:30 p.m. and who have registered for the service. Students who have not been picked up at dismissal by 3:15 will be signed in for the After-School Care Program. Please learn more about the After-School Care Program by referring to the Handbook and Directory 2011-12. After-School Care will not be offered on Thurs. and Friday, Aug. 18-19, but it will begin on Monday, Aug. 22.

REQUIRED SCHOOL FORMS: The Registration form, Medical/Insurance form, the Food Allergy Action Plan, the After-School Care Service Registration form, and the Grandparents' Information form should be completed and returned to your child's teacher on Orientation Day. In addition, Tennessee law requires that the school must have a birth certificate and a current health immunization form for your child before the first day of school. Please turn those in to the school office on or before Orientation Day. Additional copies of these forms can be found here.

SUPPLY LIST: Your child's required supply list can be found here. Please drop off your child's supplies in a bag (labeled with your child's name) to the classroom on Orientation Day.

UNIFORMS: Please note the changes in the dress code uniform information. Please comply with the policy when making your purchases. When parents help their children to follow the dress code, they teach their children about serving God through obedience, personal responsibility, cooperation, and respect both for rules and for our school community. Teachers will send home a Dress Code Reminder form when a student's attire does not follow the dress code. The Parker School Uniform Store is the official supplier, and some formal uniform items must be purchased there. The Covenant School Booster Store and Land's End offer several uniform items. Clothing purchased from other retailers must match the style of the Parker Store items.

5TH AND 6TH GRADERS' GYM CLOTHES: The 5th and 6th graders are required to wear a white or red Covenant School T-shirt and black or red athletic shorts, which may be purchased from The Covenant School Booster Store. Girls' shorts must be a modest length. The Booster Store also offers a mesh gym bag for carrying the gym clothes and athletic shoes.

SCHOOL EVENTS: The school calendar (The_Covenant_School_Calendar_2011-12.pdf) includes some important dates and events, and a more detailed calendar will be included in the Handbook and Directory 2011-12, which you will receive on Orientation Day.

SUMMER READING LIST AND REPORTS: For new students the summer reading list can be found here. Students in grades that are required to write reports should follow all report instructions and complete the reports before August 18.

CLASS LISTS: We are currently enrolling new students, and when that process concludes we will notify our families by August 1 about the class lists through email. The final class lists will also appear in the Handbook and Directory 2011-12, which will be distributed on Orientation Day.

NEW FACULTY POSITIONS:
Mr. Taylor Clement is the Assistant Head of School, the Athletic Director, and the 6th-grade social studies teacher. Mr. Clement has several years experience as a history teacher and Dean of Students for Franklin Christian Academy. Mr. Clement will be responsible for the athletic program, school safety, admissions support, student discipline, school technology, standardized testing, and upper-school student leadership.

Mrs. Jacquelyn Harris is the Language Arts Teacher for the 5th and 6th grades, and she serves as the fifth-grade homeroom teacher. Mrs. Harris comes to TCS from Eakin Elementary, where she was an excellent leader on the faculty. Mrs. Harris brings expertise in reading and writing instruction that features high standards, creativity, and enthusiasm.

Mrs. Holly Ahlbin serves this year as the Quest Coordinator, and she offers academic support services for students who would benefit from additional academic challenges or academic skill practice through small group or individualized instruction. Information about the Quest Program will be included in the Handbook and Directory 2011-12. Mrs. Ahlbin also offers her outstanding instruction as part of the Junior Kindergarten teaching team.

homepage - middle

2010-04-02T00:49:37Z

THE COVENANT SCHOOL:
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE EVERY DAY

Dual accreditation by the Southern Association of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Rigorous academic standards for subject areas based upon the highest national standards
Research-based curricula with proven effectiveness
Challenging Grading Scale
Educational Records Bureau (ERB) CTP4 Standardized testing to measure student performance
2010 Graduates accepted to all the schools to which they applied including the most challenging private schools in the area
Our Alumni succeed in middle school, making the honor rolls and taking honors courses
Half the faculty hold advanced graduate degrees
Computer Lab and Science Lab
Seven enrichment areas including Bible, Spanish, Computer, Art, Music, Library, and Physical Education

About the Parents' Association

2009-10-11T02:00:00Z

Thank you for supporting the Covenant School Parents' Association

The Covenant School Parents' Association is a vital organization that supports and enhances our school community! Our enthusiastic volunteers provide the school with an organized structure of manpower and fundraising support. All Covenant parents are members of the Parents' Association and can join in on the fun! Annual dues of $15 are optional and are collected during the back to school period with your first tuition statement. Dues help us fund special events like the Back to School Picnic.

Email the Parents Association.

2011-2012 Parents' Association Executive Committee

Leigh Ann Portale - President

Faith Murphy - President Elect

Leslie Bradley - Treasurer

Allison Musso - Asst. Treasurer

Kim Sanderson- Secretary

Elise Buller - Member at Large

Dawn Looney - Member at Large

Remy Morrow - Past President

A Night of Knights- A legion of spirited volunteers and generous, imaginative donors provide the Covenant family a delightful evening together, while supporting our school.
Back to School Picnic- Volunteers coordinate this fun all school event where families join together to kick off the new school year.
Fall Fundraiser- Held in early October, the Fall Fundraiser offers Entertainment Books, Ugly Mug Coffee and Sally Foster and fun prizes!
Book Fair- Held in early November, the Book Fair provides our school library and classrooms new reading materials in this annual event.
Booster Store - Our parent-run Booster Store features school spirit clothes as well as uniform-approved shirts, jackets and sweatshirts, during special events on campus. Booster Store Catalog.pdf
Shop & Earn- Quick Cash for Covenant! Volunteers coordinate the collection of General Mills Box Tops for Education and encourage shopping at grocery stores that donate dividends to the school.
Field Day - The name says it all: FUN! Volunteers help organize games and races for students while everyone enjoys a wonderful day!
Hospitality - Parents assist in providing food and beverage and serving as hostesses for several school events like Admissions Open House and Grandparents Day.
Library and Art Helpers- Spend an hour in the library or art-room assisting our enrichment teachers with special projects.
Lunchroom Helpers- Volunteers lend a hand with opening milk-cartons and collecting trays during lunch period.
Moms in Prayer- Moms gather monthly on campus to encourage each other and support our school community in prayer.
New Parent Dinner- Current parents help welcome new Covenant parents to the school at this fun evening held in August.
Room Mothers and Coordinator- Assisting teachers with parties and field trips, each classroom has one Room Mother. The Room Mother Coordinator provides direction overall.
School Productions- Be a part of the finest production in town! Help with costuming and sets for our special musical programs: Thanksgiving/Grandparents Day, Christmas and Spring productions!
Sunshine- Providing encouragement to those in our school community during difficult and joyful times with a loving response to needs.
Teacher Appreciation- Providing a special lunch four times a year to our teachers and staff shows our appreciation for their dedication. Volunteers also help celebrate our enrichment teacher birthdays and other special occasions.
Uniform Sale- A great way to recycle outgrown uniform clothing! Volunteers organize the sale to help families defray uniform costs.
Parents- Association- Bylaws.pdf
PA_volunteer_form.pdf

Night of Knights

2009-10-08T16:34:12Z

Night of Knights

March 31, 2012

Auction Chairman: Leigh Ann Portale

The Auction Committee is seeking unique and exciting items for our silent and live auction! We know among our parents and faculty, there are many hidden treasures and talents. Fill out a donor form if you'd like to make a donation for the auction. Donor_Form.pdf

Some examples of the many items of interest are:

Musical talent
Art or photography
Cooking or baking
Teaching of lessons
Professional services
Vacation Homes
Tickets to sporting events
Celebrity memorabilia
Air Travel vouchers
Gift Certificates from your place of business

Contact Leigh Ann Portale, Auction Chairman, for more information.

2011_Auction_Catalog.pdf

Business Sponsorship Opportunities

Do you have a business that may benefit from connecting with Covenant School families while supporting the school and A Night of Knights Auction in the process? The Auction Committee is offering a sponsorship program with a number of benefits to spotlight your business. We desire to connect Covenant School families, through this program, by allowing you to get the word out about your business.

2010-11_Sponsorship_Opportunities_BUSINESS.pdf

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Curriculum Standards

Social Studies Standards

Mathematics Standards

Writing Standards

Reading Standards

Science Standards

Fall Fundraiser

Parents' Association Fall Fundraiser sale dates:

Friday, October 1st - Wednesday, October 14th!

Fall_Fundraising_Flyer.pdf

Forms

Online Resources

English/Spelling

Reading/Lang. Arts

Math

Science & Social Studies

Technology

Multiple Subjects

Smart Board

Worksheets & Other Extras

Teacher-Approved Websites

Animals / Insects

Math & Science

Bible Fun

Computer Skills

Social Studies

English/Spelling

Reading/Lang. Arts

Nashville

Art Fun

Spanish

Sports

Misc. Subjects

Cool Sites

First Aid / Health

Reference and Homework Help

Early-Care and After-School Care

Back to School Information

homepage - middle

THE COVENANT SCHOOL: ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE EVERY DAY

About the Parents' Association

Thank you for supporting the Covenant School Parents' Association

2011-2012 Parents' Association Executive Committee

Night of Knights

THE COVENANT SCHOOL:
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE EVERY DAY