Wingin' It | A Covenant School Podcast

Wingin’ It with Benjie Colberg: From Alumni to Coach

Wed, 13 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Wingin’ It, Covenant alumnus and varsity boys lacrosse coach Benjie Colberg joins the podcast to talk about returning to Covenant after nearly a decade away. He shares stories from his time playing college lacrosse, working in boarding schools, and what led him back to coaching here. Benjie also reflects on this season’s lacrosse team and the culture he’s working to build with his players.

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Wingin’ It: From Covenant to College Athletics

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0400

In this episode of Wingin’ It, we sit down with three Covenant seniors who recently signed to compete at the collegiate level. They share how they found their path to playing sports in college, what drew them to their schools, and how the recruiting process challenged and shaped them along the way. Along the journey, friendships and faith played a meaningful role, helping define both who they are and where they are headed. It is a conversation about perseverance, community, and finishing strong, and a look at what it truly takes to reach the next level.

Wingin’ It with Nikki Shrader: The Heart of Upper School

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 -0400

This week on Wingin’ It, Nikki Shrader joins us to share about senior thesis, her journey in education, and what it means to walk alongside students during some of their most important years. It’s a conversation about growth, purpose, and finishing well.

Wingin’ It with Andrew & Cullen Juge: Covenant Tennis

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

This week on Wingin’ It, we recap winter sports, preview upcoming spring events, and sit down with Andrew and Cullen Juge to talk all things Covenant tennis and the impact of the new on-campus courts.

Wingin’ It with Señor Sawyer: 31 Years of Impact

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500

From Spanish class superlatives to Bolivia adventures and decades of Covenant history, Señor David Sawyer joins the podcast for a warm and laughter-filled conversation about teaching, language, faith, and the joy of forming students across generations.

Wingin’ It: Meet the Cast of Oklahoma!

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

From Super Bowl recaps and Snowball highlights to state swim wins and alumni celebrations, we cover it all before welcoming the leads of Oklahoma! to the mic. Hear what goes into rehearsal, tech week, and bringing this classic musical to life at Covenant.

Wingin' It with Dannon Stock: Life at Birdwood

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500

After a holiday break, the Winging It crew is back with campus updates, athletic wins, and a special conversation with Dannon Stock, Head of Lower School, about Birdwood traditions, student formation, and creating lasting memories.

Wingin’ It with Patrick Estes: Leading Covenant Athletics

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

This week on Wingin’ It, we welcome Athletic Director Patrick Estes to the podcast. Patrick reflects on his unique path from the NFL to law enforcement to Covenant and how those experiences shape his approach to leadership and athletics. We also cover exciting winter sports updates, favorite school traditions, and recognize a faculty member who goes above and beyond for our community.

Wingin’ It: A Conversation on Calling and the Arts with Chris Campanelli

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Wingin’ It, we welcome Covenant’s Arts Director, Chris Campanelli, for a thoughtful and joy-filled conversation about the heart of the arts at Covenant. Chris shares his journey from teaching English to leading our arts program, the influence of his mentor Jerry King, and how the arts invite our community into beauty, meaning, and worship, especially through beloved traditions like Advent Arts.

We also cover winter sports, upcoming December events, highlights from our record-breaking Gala, and of course a few surprises, including mysterious Norwegian lullabies and a spirited debate over whether Covenant should start a marching band.

This is a rich, encouraging conversation about vocation, tradition, and the way the arts shape the life of our school. You will not want to miss it!okay

Chris's debut as a dancer in the infamous Shnowball 2024 Video

Upcoming Arts Events:

Middle School Advent Arts: December 4th at 5:30pm - art gallery opens, 7pm musical performances in the Hickory Campus Auditorium

Upper School Advent Arts: December 5th, 5:30pm gallery opening, 7pm musical performances in the Hickory Campus Auditorium

4th and 5th Grade Concert: December 8th at 6:15pm at the Birdwood Gymnasium

Live Nativity and French Market: December 10th, showings at 5pm and 5:30pm

B is for Bethlehem (Kindergarten Parents and Grandparents): December 12th at 11am in the Hickory Campus Auditorium

Wingin’ It: Seniors Share What House Is All About

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Ever wondered what the House Program is all about? In this episode of Wingin’ It, Covenant seniors Kerrigan, Virginia, and Will give us an inside look at how House builds community, leadership, and school spirit across the Upper School. Plus, we cover the latest campus news—from sports victories to one unforgettable bedazzled moment.

Wingin’ It with Covenant Legend: John Collmus

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 15:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we’re joined by Covenant legend John Collmus, who spent 37 years teaching and shaping generations of Eagles. John looks back on the early days of Covenant, the friendships that defined his time here, and a few favorite memories from mission trips in Nicaragua to starting the first lacrosse team.

It’s a heartfelt and lighthearted conversation about the moments and people that make Covenant so special.

Wingin’ It with our Head of School: Brad Baggett

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Head of School Brad Baggett joins us for a lively conversation full of laughs, stories, and heart. From his path to Covenant to the everyday joys of school life, this episode is all about the people and purpose that make our community shine.

Meet the Hosts | Welcome to Wingin’ It

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0400

In our first episode of Wingin’ It, get to know your hosts Kali Gaston, Ashley Taylor, and Brady Doyle as they share why they started this podcast, what you can expect in future episodes, and how it will keep you connected to The Covenant School community.