Team Details - Covenant Day School

A TK-12 Christ-centered,
College Preparatory School

About Us
About Us

Located in Matthews, N.C., Covenant Day School is a TK-12 Christ-centered, college preparatory school where a biblical worldview and academic excellence are blended without compromise. Here you can learn more about our mission, values, and school leadership.
Admissions
Come Visit!

Learn more about Covenant Day School by scheduling a private tour. We would love to show you around campus and give you more information about our admissions process and what makes Covenant Day unique. Click here to read our story!
Academics
Academic Excellence

Our rigorous academic program is designed to ignite in students a passion for learning. Students benefit from small classes led by talented and dedicated teachers who are committed to helping each student recognize the gifts and talents that God has provided for their lives.
Athletics
The Lions

Covenant Day athletics provides a setting for developing and exercising personal character, sportsmanship, self-discipline, leadership, and athletic ability. We field more than 30 teams in 14 different sports. Our coaches are committed to excellence and serve as spiritual mentors to our students.
Arts
Exploring the Arts

The arts at Covenant Day enhances our students' educational experiences as they explore their creative side through theater, music, and visual arts. Check out our student art gallery to see art in action at Covenant Day!
Campus Life
Our Community

Campus life is centered around developing meaningful friendships, engaging in community, and exploring interests. Through student clubs and organizations, service projects, discipleship groups, and school-wide spirit events, it's easy to get plugged in!
Support CDS
Giving to CDS

When you make a gift to Covenant Day, you make an impact on today's students and future generations. Our Legacy capital campaign is the largest fundraising effort in our school’s history. Phase 1 of Legacy included Covenant Day’s new high school facility, a fitness center, and a lower school playground.
Alumni
Staying Connected

We love staying connected with our alumni! Join us at one of our alumni events, serve on your high school reunion committee, submit a class note, or connect through volunteering!

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John Yasenchok - Head Coach | EMAIL

Coach Yasenchok is originally from Salinas, CA, and attended high school in Columbus, GA, where he was a member of the cross country team during his junior and senior years. Yasenchok currently teaches history at Covenant Day’s high school. He served as a cross country coach at United Faith Christian Academy for the 2014-15 season, and joined the baseball staff at Covenant Day as an assistant in the spring of 2017. Yasenchok accepted the role of the Head Coach for the Boys' Cross Country team in July of 2017, and became head of both the boys' and girls' programs in the fall of 2019.

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Cross Country - Varsity

To view the XC CISAA Conference Meet video, click HERE.

Meet Recap 9/14/2019 - Eye Opener Invitational
The Varsity Cross Country team had an outstanding showing in the Eye Opener Invitational held in Spartanburg, SC. Our Boys' team competed well, notching a 13th place finish out of 63 teams. The guys were led by Bryson Mace, a junior, whose time of 16:27.70 gave him a 4th place finish overall, and set a new record for Covenant Day School!
The Girls' team had a great day at the course and finished in 7th place out of 52 teams, behind strong performances from Eva Lindner, Sedona Dancu, Olivia Mueth, Hannah Beth Brown, and Kate Rau. Lindner's time of 19:47.20 earned her a 6th place finish overall.

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Fall 2019 All-Observer team recognition

Fall 2019 All-Observer team recognition

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Young Lions growing up on the court

Young Lions growing up on the court

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CDS Girls Basketball Wins as a Team

CDS Girls Basketball Wins as a Team

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