The Veritas: Volume 3, Issue 1

V E R I T A S DECEMBER 2020 • VOLUME 3 • ISSUE 1

COVENANT CHRISTIAN STUDENT PUBLICATIONS

NOVEMBER 2020 • ISSUE 3 • VOLUME 1

C O N T E N T S

COVER STORY INTERVIEW

FRESH PERSPECTIVE

Transfers to Covenant bring a fresh perspective to the way we do things.

Check out what this year's group has to say about their experience so far.

07 08 INTERVIEW

WRITERS CLUB

One of Covenant's oldest clubs, Writers Club consistently fosters creativity and comraderie among its members.

PRAYER

PRAYER FOR PEACE

During these difficult times, join us in this prayer for peace.

C O N T E N T S

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APPRECIATION

TEACHER FEATURE Who inspires our students? We asked and you sent in so many wonderful nominations. This month we're featuring Mr. Tyler Wildman, Senior English Teacher!

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EXPERIENCE

BEST OF THE BEST

We asked our students to submit their favorite Thanksgiving recipes, then delivered samples to classrooms and voted. The votes are in!

BACK COVER SUCCESS STORIES

FALL ATHLETICS SHOUTOUT

We're proud of all our fall Warrior teams, but we're highlighting those who moved on to succeed after their regular season.

F R E S H

P E R S P E C T I V E

ARTICLE BY RACHEL SHAUNHGESSY ('22)

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Think back to your first day in high school.

The excitement, the anticipation, and the nervousness of being a part of an entirely new community all became real as you walk through the door. As a freshman, you’re the youngest one in the school back at the bottom of the totem pole of school totem poles. To those of us who came to Covenant as freshmen, the transition was a bit easier for us than those who transferred in during sophomore, junior, or senior year. We interviewed Micah Wilson(21’), Hallie Darling(‘23), Claire Akard(‘21), and John Nabors(‘23) to hear about their experience as a transfer student this year.

1. What was your experience when you first got here? (community) MW: Nervous. Trying to start over senior year is hard.

CA: Honestly, I felt right at home because I knew so many people from middle school so I didn't really feel like a new kid.

HD: Right away, it was different from my school last year. I like it a lot more. It’s less stressful. It’s the same amount of work, but less stressful. The people are what are different. The people are a lot nicer.

JN: It was questionable at first because it was so different from the public school I had always gone to, but the students and teachers here made me instantly realize how much better this school would be because of the interactions and relationships.

2. What stands out about the environment of CCHS versus another school?

MW: Big school environment in a small school. Everyone is friends with each other.

CA: I transferred from a large public school that really focused on academic rigor, CCHS maintains that emphasis on academics, while also incorporating a Christian worldview into every class.

JN:The environment is so much more interactive and hands-on, which was what I was looking for. The people are so genuine and I already have such great friends around me who genuinely care and the environment that is built upon Christ is all and more of what I was seeking.

NS: School spirit!!

3. What is easy to adapt to?

MW: People, the teachers.

CA: I think the students make it easy to adapt to new friendships and new traditions, like shorts days.

HD: I feel more comfortable here. Last year, going to school made me more anxious, but I feel comfortable here.

JN: The easiest thing to adapt to, for me, was the people. Everyone here is so welcoming and I felt part of this school and community the day I switched.

4. What is hard to adapt to?

MW: The workload, the different scheduled classes CA: I think the hardest thing to adapt to was the schedule. A quarter of the year done, I still forget which classes I have each days and which day is early release.

HD: Nothing, really.

5. What has your favorite class/sport/activity been so far at Covenant? How have you been able to become involved?

CA: I have loved attending football games and watching as our team continues to write history for the school. Despite COVID-19, Covenant has found a way to allow fans to come and the student sections are full of spirit and fun.

HD: I really like all my classes, but I think my favorite would be literary movements.

JN: My favorite sport so far at Covenant is football. The football team was my first glimpse at Covenant because of the summer workouts I was going to and they really gave me reassurance and a sense of excitement to start the year at Covenant.

The environment is like no other, I will forever be grateful the instant bond I had created with the guys.

6. Is the workload stressful? What is this school like compared to others in past years?

MW: Much more than past school years. It is doable. You have to be willing to work at Covenant.

CA: Every single time that I tell someone in Indianapolis that I attend Covenant, they mention the intense academic rigor.

However, it pales in comparison to my old school and I am SO THANKFUL for that.

Covenant maintains a healthy balance between academics and everything else.

Too much of an emphasis on academics has a drastic negative effect on the mental health of students, which I have unfortunately seen firsthand.

7. What do you think you will take away from this school year? What will you remember?

MW: I think I will take away the friendships I have here. I feel like I’ve known them for years, even though I’ve only been here a semester.

CA: I will always remember the friendships.

HD: I’ve learned a lot. How to be more comfortable with myself.

JN: Through all of the craziness this year has brought, I'll remember most the relationships I've made here so far. I've met so many new amazing people here who I can see having a part in my life beyond high school. The Christ-like environment here is one of the reasons I have these great friends, which I am so thankful for.

8. Are the students and teachers welcoming? How have you been welcomed here at Covenant?

CA: Students at Covenant have been sooo welcoming. Before I had set foot in the building for orientation, students were reaching out to welcome me and ask about senior shirts. They taught me how to open a lock and where my classes are.

They taught me which teachers assign the most homework and where to sit at lunch.

Whenever I have questions, which is often, they answer honestly and with loads of patience. One of the perks of such a small school is that everyone notices that you're new and takes a genuine interest in your life and your well-being.

HD:They listen. It’s not all just talk, but real. They are always willing to help, it’s like they always put others before themselves.

JN: The day I interviewed, I knew for sure I wanted to come here after speaking with Mr. Fishburn and my parents thought that as well. Then, my first impression of CCHS was the football team over summer and those guys are amazing. Overall, the community of this school let me in with open arms through friendships, teammates, teachers, and spiritual connections.

So . . . longtime students . . . we can say well done. We hope you're still experiencing what our transfers have experienced so far.

Cover photos by Amy Tripple Twelve Stones Photography twelvestonesphotography.com

C H A M P I O N S IHSAA SECTIONAL CHAMPS

LADY WARRIOR SOCCER The team defeated Speedway at Speedway in a close match that came down to penalty kicks. Great season, girls!

IHSAA SEMI-STATE QUALIFIER & 2ND PLACE: CITY MEET

WARRIOR XC: CLAY REICHANADTER Six XC team members qualified for Regionals (Clay, Tim Skaggs, Yoezer Cassell, Gabe Eaton, Rachel Shaughnessy, and Rachel Snyder. Clay went on to compete at Semi-State, finishing 53rd moving up 80 places from his run last year.

IHSAA SECTIONAL CHAMPS

WARRIOR TENNIS Our guys won their fifth consecutive championship!

We are so proud of this team and all your accomplishments!

W R I T E R S C L U B INTERVIEW BY NIA ZWEIFIEL ('21)

You've heard of Rocket Club. Maybe you’ve heard of Dance Club. But have you heard of Writers Club? Writers Club is one of the most influential clubs here at Covenant and this month is National Novel Writers Month(NaNoWriMo), so we have decided to highlight this incredible club. Many people are unaware of how important this club is to the students involved, as well as those who are able to appreciate their works of literature. Specifically Junior James Lefebve(JL), and Senior Reece Butler(RB), have had incredible experiences with the Writers Club and decided to share just why this club is significant and why others should take part in it.

What do Writers Club gatherings look like?

JL and RB: “We meet every Tuesday in Mr. Dix's room right after school and spend the following hour focusing on a writing goal, writing style, or learning from other group members. Currently we are doing a lot of 100% writing days, but oftentimes we have a prompt, genre, or game that we build off of.”

What is your favorite thing about Writers Club?

JL: “My favorite thing about Writers Club is the way it encourages me to write more. It provides an amazing atmosphere of creativity and encouragement which really helps me, and all of us who attend, to write more.”

RB: “Definitely the community. Writers Club is a really great place to grow as a writer, but first and foremost it allows me to spend time with a wonderful group of passionate and talented people.”

Could you explain NaNoWriMo to me?

Why did you choose to participate in it?

JL: “NaNoWriMo means National Novel Writing Month. NaNoWriMo is a challenge presented to experienced and new writers every year. The goal is to write a 50,000 word novel between November 1st, and November 30th. I chose to accept the challenge because I wanted to beat it. I had a story which I had been wanting to write and I decided NaNoWriMo would be the perfect opportunity to try and get it out.

RB: “NaNoWriMo stands for National November Writing Month (we don't know why it's in that order either). There is a technical word count goal associated with the month, but in Writers Club we all pick our own word count goals for the month and spend all of our November meetings working on achieving that word count.”

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O LORD, YOU HAVE TAUGHT US THAT WITHOUT LOVE, ALL OUR DEEDS ARE WORTH NOTHING: SEND YOUR HOLY SPIRIT AND POUR INTO OUR HEARTS THAT MOST EXCELLENT GIFT OF CHARITY, THE TRUE BOND OF PEACE AND OF ALL VIRTUES, WITHOUT WHICH WHOEVER LIVES IS COUNTED DEAD BEFORE YOU; GRANT THIS FOR THE SAKE OF YOUR SON JESUS CHRIST, WHO LIVES AND REIGNS WITH YOU AND THE HOLY SPIRIT, ONE GOD, FOR EVER AND EVER. AMEN.

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TAKEN FROM THE DAILY PRAYERS

TEACHER FEATURE SUBMITTED BY MITCH GUNN('21) AND RACHEL SHAUNHGESSY ('22)

"Wildman will always be there for you... probably with his plaid shirt, brown jacket, and Chelsea boots saying that "it is truly good to be with you." He is authentic, thoughtful, and brutally honest. He won't always tell you exactly what you want to hear, but instead what you need to hear. He is a great leader, teacher, mentor, and friend. Although I can't always tell what is going on inside his head, his stories, ideas, and wisdom beyond his age will never get old." ________________ "Although I've never had Mr. Wildman as a teacher, through his example to others, he has taught me many things. Mr. Wildman keeps his students and athletes accountable to their actions. We are able to learn more, because of his confidence in our ability to grow as a person. Through his example of integrity and honesty, we desire to become like his example - to become students and adults of truth."

"...HIS STORIES, IDEAS, AND WISDOM BEYOND HIS AGE WILL NEVER GET OLD."

Cookies:

I cup shortening 1 cup pumpkin 1 teaspoon baking soda

THE BEST THANKSGIVING RECIPE

1 egg 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups flour Cream shortening and sugar.

Add pumpkin and egg. Mix well.

Add dry ingredients and mix well. Drop by teaspoonful onto cookie sheet. Bake at 375 for 1012 minutes.

Frosting:

3 tablespoon butter 4 teaspoon milk 1/2 cup brown sugar Cook until sugar is melted. Cool and add 1 cup powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Ice cookies while still warm.

Make frosting before dropping cookies on sheet, then it can cool in fridge while cookies bake.

This recipe makes about 32 cookies

PUMPKIN COOKIES RECIPE SUBMITTED

BY ANNALISE PFEIFER ('24)

THEY SUBMITTED. YOU JUDGED. THE RESULTS ARE IN.

STATE CHAMPS