Counselor Fly-In

Covenant College’s Counselor Fly-In is an opportunity for school counselors to experience our campus community, connect with colleagues, and enjoy the beauty and fun of Lookout Mountain. Our desire is to support the important work of high school counselors to equip the next generation of college students to successfully find and enter their next learning home.

If you are interested in being notified for future Counselor Fly-In opportunities, please email our events coordinator, maddie.burris@covenant.edu

Our next Counselor Fly-In is September 1-3, 2026. Please apply below for our next Fly-In. The priority application deadline is June 1, 2026. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

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Event Overview

In partnership with NACCAP, join us for a unique three-day experience at Covenant College on Lookout Mountain. No registration cost. Lodging, meals and materials included for out-of-town attendees in addition to reimbursement of up to $400 travel costs (airfare or mileage). Space is limited, so you must apply to attend. Those selected to participate will be notified with an invitation to register for the event.

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Fly-In Attendees Say...

"My favorite elements were the new relationships made with fellow counselors (which have already continued today in a group chat), the opportunity to understand the history and philosophy of the school more, and the chance to dialogue and learn from other counselors."

"I loved the President's opening with the school's history. I had so much more appreciation for the school. The entire visit was intentional and original to who Covenant is. I loved it!"

"This was one of my favorite Fly-Ins! You made us feel so welcomed and every session was intentionally planned. All great information!"

"I enjoyed connecting and collaborating with the other school counselors from all over. Also, I loved hearing from students, faculty and staff at Covenant and their different perspectives of their experiences."

Counselor Fly-In FAQ

Application & Registration

Priority Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Prospective participants who apply by priority deadline will be notified by June 8th if they are invited to register for the event or they are on the waitlist.
Applications received after June 1 will be reviewed on a rolling basis and evaluated based on availability.
Please wait to make any travel arrangements until updated on the status of your application.

There is no cost to register for the Counselor Fly-In. Lodging, meals and event materials are provided for all of our out of town participants. Meals and event materials are provided for local participants.

This Counselor Fly-In is an application-only event. If you have additional colleagues who would like to attend, please ask them to complete an application.

Programming and meals will only be provided for registered event participants.

Yes, we would still love for you to come. Please let us know when you will be arriving and departing in your application.

Accomodations & Travel

All you will need to do is indicate in your registration that you would like to stay at Covenant provided lodging, and we will handle the rest. Accommodations are provided at one of the Timberroot Properties. Individuals that wish to arrive early or stay later after the Counselor Fly-In are able to book that separately; please call Timberroot Properties to make these arrangements.

Travel reimbursement is available for our out of town participants. Travel reimbursement is available up to $400 for driving mileage or airfare (does not cover baggage fees, meals, ride transport or parking). Covenant will mail a reimbursement check approximately two weeks after the event. Please refer to the processes below for travel reimbursement.

Driving: Mileage is reimbursed from your home address to Covenant round trip. To receive mileage reimbursement, please indicate this on your registration form.
Airfare: To receive airfare reimbursement, please indicate this on your registration form and email your flight receipt (must include air carrier, date of purchase and your name) to maddie.burris@covenant.edu. This must be received 24 hours prior to arrival at the event

If you are flying:
We will provide a shuttle from the airport to the lodging and provide a shuttle for all the event programming. You will receive the available airport shuttle times when you register for the event. We ask that you take into consideration the airport shuttle times when you book your airfare.

If you are driving:
We kindly ask those who drive to attend the event to provide their own transportation throughout the event.

Programming

We recommend business casual attire and encourage good walking shoes (our campus is hilly). Please check the weather forecast leading up to the event because it can often be chilly and windy on the mountain.

We want to make the most of your time here on our campus.

Day One: Our focus is welcoming you to the event and forming connections with the other school counselors and members of our Admissions Team.

Day Two: Our focus is introducing you to Covenant College and life as a Scot on Lookout Mountain. Expect to hear from key campus leaders and take in the beauty of the Mountain.

Day Three: Our focus is equipping you as you lead and care for the next generation. Sessions will cover financing college and current challenges facing school counselors.

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Event Overview

Fly-In Attendees Say...