Principal's Message

Dear Covington Families,

Covington is a special place where high academic performance goes hand-in-hand with a caring, supportive environment. We firmly believe that helping our students thrive is a team effort, and we are incredibly fortunate to have an extraordinary staff on campus and strong, collaborative partnerships with our families.

At Covington, we are dedicated to growing a compassionate community of critical thinkers.

To achieve this, we thoughtfully balance care and push. We want every learner to feel safe and supported, while also experiencing an appropriate level of academic rigor that stretches them toward their full potential and future selves.

We believe in teaching the whole child. Beyond strong academic foundations, we place a deep focus on social-emotional development. When you step onto our campus, you will see a commitment to a consistent, rich student experience defined by:

• Rich Learning Experiences: Students learn by doing, discovering purpose, agency, and a sense of community along the way.
• Safety and Belonging: Environments where every child feels seen, heard, and valued.
• Positive Developmental Relationships: Intentional developmental relationships between staff, students, and peers.
• Development of Skills, Mindsets, and Habits: We are all lifelong learners; we believe in the power of “yet”, and we know we can learn and grow.
• Integrated Supports: Meeting students where they are to ensure everyone succeeds.

Whether you are returning or joining us for the first time, we are so excited to partner with you this school year. Together, we will continue to make Covington a place where children love to learn, grow, and belong.   

Warmly, 

Kate Schermerhorn
Principal, Covington Elementary School