On Friday, October 16th, we continued our Homecoming tradition as we welcomed students, alumni, parents, grandparents, families, faculty, and friends to Covenant’s campus for an afternoon of food, fun, and games. Events included a Pep Rally, Boys and Girls Varsity Soccer games, a Girls Varsity Volleyball game, and a Grammar School Family Fun area! All proceeds from Homecoming support Covenant’s Jade A. Williamson and Tyler Luiz Simoes Memorial Scholarship Fund, which honors the lives of Jade and Tyler by generously blessing two CCA USLR students each year. If you were unable to join us but would still like to contribute to the scholarship fund, click here.
(for USLR Gr. 7-12)
Tuesday, October 13th–Friday, October 16th
The USLR celebrated Spirit Week with themed dress-down days.
- Tuesday, October 13th: 90’s Day – Throw it back to the 1990s with your best ’90s-inspired clothes, hairstyles, and accessories!
- Wednesday, October 14th: Country vs Country Club – Pick your side—dress in your best country style or go preppy and polished for the country club!
- Thursday, October 15th: Color Day – Rep your grade’s assigned color and go all out with clothes, wigs, accessories, and anything else you can find!
- 7th Grade – Green
- 8th Grade – Red
- Freshmen – Blue
- Sophomores – White
- Juniors – Black
- Seniors – Pink
- Friday, October 16th: Cougar Spirit Day – CCA branded clothing, blue/white/athletic gold, or CCA sports jerseys for athletes.
Click here to see Spirit Week pictures.
(for USLR Gr. 12)
Thursday, October 15th at 12:30 pm
The senior class was treated to a themed lunch in the PAAC courtyard hosted by the Covenant Parent Connection.
Click here to see Senior Lunch pictures.
(for USLR Gr. 7-12)
Friday, October 16th at 9:40 am
Upper School students were treated to a snack in the cafeteria hosted by the Covenant Parent Connection.
(pics included in Spirit Week album)
(for GS Gr. 5-6 & USLR Gr. 7-12)
Friday, October 16th at 2:00–2:45 pm
Students in grades 5-6 and all USLR students attended CCA’s Pep Rally at 2:00 pm on Friday, October 16th.
Click here to see Pep Rally pictures.
(for all GS students and Families)
Friday, October 16th from 3:00–4:30 pm
Families were invited for an afternoon of fun, laughter, and school spirit at the Grammar School Homecoming Fair!
Due to the high winds and rain in the forecast, this year’s event was held in the Small Gym.
(CCA Community)
All varsity soccer and volleyball teams played on Friday, October 16th.
Girls Soccer vs. Landmark @ 3:30 pm | Boys Soccer vs. Landmark @ 4:00 pm | Girls Volleyball vs. Montrose @ 5:30 pm
Click here to see pictures of the Varsity games.
(for Rhetoric School students and CCA Alumni)
Rhetoric School students and families enjoyed the Classical Roots Council’s Night of Fire in the cafeteria courtyard after the soccer senior night celebration on October 27th. (Due to the high winds and rain in the forecast for Homecoming night, this event was rescheduled to a later date.)
Click here to see pictures from Classical Roots Council’s Night of Fire.
(for USLR Gr. 9-12)
Saturday, October 17th at 6:30 pm
Rhetoric School students will enjoy a Homecoming Dance in the PAAC.
Click here to see pictures of the Homecoming Dance.
Ten years ago, the Covenant community experienced the devastating loss of one of our precious students. Adored by her teachers and classmates alike, Jade Williamson was full of life and joy as she prepared to begin kindergarten in the fall of 2016. A sudden illness, just shy of her 5th birthday, tragically took Jade’s life and left her family and loved ones shattered. Our community grieved with the Williamsons, prayed together, and celebrated Jade’s life while promising never to forget her beautiful spirit. Jade was a gift to us all, and we will always join Adam, Jenny, and Jacob (CCA Class of 2026) in keeping her memory alive. God has been faithful and true, and the Williamson family will attest to the many ways that God has used this tragedy, bringing beauty out of ashes. If you have never had the chance, we encourage you to visit Jade’s Garden, a beautifully renovated memorial courtyard on the school’s grounds for our Early Childhood students.
Shortly after Jade’s passing, Jenny and Adam established the Jade A. Williamson Memorial Scholarship in Jade’s honor, and in 2021, CCA began what will continue to be an annual tradition of “Playing for Jade” at our Varsity Homecoming games each fall.
In July of 2024, the Covenant Community suffered the devastating loss of cherished student Tyler Simoes. Having just completed his seventh-grade year, Tyler was a vibrant example of everything CCA aspires to cultivate in our students. At just 13 years of age, Tyler truly embodied the virtues we hope to see in our graduates. He was bright, tenacious, compassionate, humble, and full of joy, even as he endured a multi-year battle with RAC2, a genetic disease resulting in autoimmunity and immune dysfunction. Fondly referred to as Team Tyler, Tyler’s countless friends and family joined forces in constant prayer and support. Cherished friend, classmate, and student, Tyler will be missed beyond measure by the many who loved him deeply.
Our community stands united in mourning the loss of Tyler, beloved son of Danielle and Fabio, and sister to CCA graduate Yasmin (’17). Together, we have prayed, shared our sorrow, and honored Tyler’s vibrant spirit. He was a precious gift to us all, and we will forever support the Simoes Family in cherishing his memory. From this tragedy, we have witnessed the faithfulness of God, who we know will bring hope and beauty from our heartache.
The Williamsons and the Simoes families have shared a deep friendship ever since Jade and Tyler first became classmates in Preschool. The CCA community takes comfort in knowing that Jade and Tyler are now together in Heaven, rejoicing in the eternal joy of Christ. With the blessing of both families, we began honoring their memories at Homecoming by Playing For Jade and Team Tyler—raising funds for the Jade A. Williamson and Tyler Luiz Simoes Memorial Scholarship Fund. All proceeds from the sale of Homecoming 2026 t-shirts and sweatshirts, “Play for Jade” and “Team Tyler” wristbands, and concessions, as well as Covenant stuffed cougars and merch sold at our Homecoming games will go directly to the Fund.
Each year, the Jade A. Williamson and Tyler Luiz Simoes Memorial Scholarship Fund blesses one current Upper School female student and one current Upper School male student who, like Jade and Tyler, exemplify a love for Jesus and a genuine appreciation for a Covenant education. Following is a testimonial from the parent of a previous scholarship recipient:
In a challenging culture with pressures all around, it’s great to partner with a Christ-centered school. Our son is growing in grace and the fruit of the Spirit, and his Christian friends, coaches, and teachers encourage him to walk with Christ.
We invite our entire community to join us in celebrating the beautiful legacy of Jade and Tyler.
For more information or to make a donation to the Jade A. Williamson and Tyler Luiz Simoes Memorial Scholarship Fund, please visit CCA’s scholarship page or contact Nicole Wise Williams, Chief Advancement Officer, at nicole.williams@ccamail.org.
