About Us

Faculty and Staff Directory

For more than three decades, a Covenant education has provided the tools for students to be curious, creative, tenacious, compassionate, and engaged. Our graduates make worthwhile contributions to their colleges, communities, and professions, and though many years have passed for some, alumni can still recall the teachers who made a significant impact on them during their time at the school.

Over 70 faculty members make up the heart of the Covenant community, serving as mentors, coaches, and advisors to the students under their care. Staff and administration support the work of the faculty and the families for which they serve.

Faculty and Staff Directory

  • Photo of Ilana Markgraaff
    Mrs. Ilana Markgraaff
    Modern Literature, Honors Modern Literature
    University of Witwaters Rand - BEd
    Manchester Metropolitan University - NPHQ
    Washington University of Virginia - MCC
  • Photo of Andrew McCaskill
    Mr. Andrew McCaskill
    Biology, AP Biology
    Longwood University - BS
    Reformed Theological Seminary - Certificate
  • Photo of Meredith McClellan
    Mrs. Meredith McClellan
    Third Grade Teacher, JV Boys Tennis Coach
    UGA
  • Photo of Brogan McCutcheon
    Mr. Brogan McCutcheon
    Math 6, Math Lab
    Grove City College - BS
  • Photo of Amy McNish
    Mrs. Amy McNish
    Second Grade Teacher
    Oakland University - MA
    University of Nevada Las Vegas - BS
  • Photo of Carrie Meadors
    Mrs. Carrie Meadors
    Assistant to the Head of School
    Wheaton College - BA
  • Photo of Karen Merrill
    Mrs. Karen Merrill
    Admissions Assistant
    University of Florida - BA
  • Photo of Cara Metcalf
    Mrs. Cara Metcalf
    Covenant Club Director
    Ohio University - BS
    Ohio University - MA
  • Photo of Robert Michie
    Mr. Bob Michie
    Maintenance Manager
  • Photo of Ethan  Mitchell
    Mr. Ethan Mitchell
    Introduction to Theater, Middle School Drama, Acting Technique 1, Rhetoric 9
    Grove City College - BA
    Villanova University - MA
  • Photo of Daniel Moore
    Dr. Daniel Moore
    University of Virginia - BA
    University of Virginia - MA
    University of Virginia - PhD
  • Photo of Tiffaney Morris
    Ms. Tiffaney Morris
    Accounting Analyst, FACTS Tuition Accounts

Meet the Senior Team

    • Brad Baggett

      Head of School

    • Frank Berry

      CFO & COO

    • Colin Anderson

      Dean of Faculty

    • Dannon Stock

      Head of Lower School

    • Spencer Burton

      Head of Hickory Campus, Middle School Director

    • Nikki Shrader

      Upper School Director

    • Dan Kuecker

      Director of Advancement and Community Engagement

    • Betsy Carter

      Director of Admissions and Financial Aid

    • Bryan Verbrugge

      Hickory Chaplain

    • Jerry King

      Arts Director

    • Patrick Estes

      Athletic Director

The Covenant School

Birdwood Campus | Lower School | Pre-K–Grade 5 |
1000 Birdwood Road Charlottesville, VA 22903 | 434.220.7309

Hickory Campus | Middle and Upper School | Grades 6–12 | 175 Hickory Street Charlottesville, VA 22902 | 434.220.7329
Located in Charlottesville, VA, The Covenant School is a non-denominational, private, Christian day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Students benefit from a challenging academic program, visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.