Graduate Highlights
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Lives of Purpose
Gould’s mission is to guide students to become flexible, creative thinkers with the courage and capacity to positively impact the world.
These characteristics and Gould’s core values of kindness and curiosity are prominently instilled in our graduates. We're fortunate to share some of their stories here.
List of 20 news stories.
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National Geographic Storyteller Ronan Donovan ’01 Visits Gould
Read MoreGould’s corner of the natural world connects you to the wider world.Gould welcomed guest speaker National Geographic Storytelling Fellow Ronan Donovan ’01 to Bingham Auditorium. Ronan shared his story of growing up in Norwich, Vermont, his time at Gould, his journey to becoming a National Geographic photographer and filmmaker, and how he became a champion for the reintroduction of wolves in North America, with a backdrop of his stunning and expressive photography and film work. -
Phil Coupe ’86 Envisions a Brighter Future
Phil Coupe and his colleagues at ReVision Energy are on a mission to save the planet. It’s a lofty goal that he finds somewhat intimidating, but spend some time with Phil, and you get the sense that he is the right person for the job.Read More -
Gould Academy Student Votes for the First Time
On November 5th, Fiona, a senior at Gould Academy, experienced the excitement of casting her first vote in Bethel. Originally from Virginia, Fiona planned ahead, making careful arrangements to ensure she could register and vote in Maine, where she’s been attending school since ninth grade. Voting here, she explained, was a way to connect more deeply with her Maine community and have a say in decisions that affect her everyday life.Read More -
An Outside Chance - Lauren Jacobs ’03, PhD
In the spring of the year Lauren Jacobs taught physical education at the K-8 Cave Hill School in rural Eastbrook, Maine; she took her eighth-grade students canoeing on nearby Scammon Pond. The loons and ducks had returned and shared a bright and sunny day with the students. The goal was simply to get the kids out on the water. They learned a few basic skills and paddling techniques, but the exercise was designed to gain comfort and build experience while having fun and making memories. But Lauren was surprised by the kids’ reaction to the activity.Read More -
Exciting Strategic Plan for Gould Academy's Future
As we approach the start of the new school year, I’m thrilled to share some exciting news about the future of Gould Academy. At the end of June 2024, our Board of Trustees approved a new and innovative Strategic Plan. This plan represents two years of thorough investigation, brainstorming, feedback, and design. It also builds upon our recently updated Mission, Vision, and Values, setting the stage for Gould to lead confidently into the next decade.You can find a link to the new Strategic Plan and Portrait of a Graduate here.This Strategic Plan is designed primarily as a roadmap, with clearly defined initiatives that will be supported by dedicated working groups and task forces. It acknowledges the ever-accelerating pace of change in today’s world and builds on Gould’s inherent strengths while fostering the curiosity and creativity necessary to adapt and incorporate new learning modalities. Our mission statement encapsulates our educational goals: “Gould Academy guides students to be creative, courageous, and resilient and to lead lives of fulfillment and purpose.”In tandem with our recently completed Portrait of a Graduate, this plan will provide valuable resources and inspiration for our faculty and staff. We’ll be using both documents at the Opening of School meetings and throughout the year to guide our professional development and curricular design.We are excited about the future and look forward to implementing these initiatives to continue preparing our students for the modern world. -
Environmental Science Class Unveils New Potting Bench
Read MoreThe Environmental Science Spring '24 class, guided by Jeremy Nellis P’25 and Sarah Kamilewicz, constructed a potting bench, which is now available for all gardening enthusiasts in the community. This initiative encourages seasoned gardeners and novices to engage in gardening activities on campus. -
Celebrating the Gould Class of 2024
The Class of 2024 is nearing the end of their time at Gould, and we’re excited to highlight their outcomes. Fifty-four students submitted 470 applications to 223 colleges. Next year, they will be scattered across 19 states and five countries. Seven students were accepted to their early decision schools, six are committed collegiate athletes, and four received full-ride scholarships. Among them are a National Merit Scholar, a member of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team, four jacketed ski patrollers, and one certified EMT. These achievements reflect the hard work and diverse talents of the group.Read More -
Senior Four Point Documentary Sets its Sights on Ski Patrol
Read MoreEvery year, Gould twelfth graders complete a Senior Four Point project that culminates their learning at Gould. Students find creative ways to express themselves, travel the world, and complete service projects as part of this work. Discovering that they are capable of great things is at the heart of every step of the Four Point Program, and this special capstone project is no exception. Learning to collaborate with others, overcome obstacles, and see a project through to completion are all part of the assignment. -
Ten Years of War in Ukraine
Friday at all-school assembly, Polly ’24 and Artur ’24 gave a grim and powerful presentation on the ten years of war in Ukraine, their home country.Read More -
Tuesday Night Rail Jam - Shred for Sleds
This past Tuesday night, the Gould community gathered on the upper field after a formal dinner to witness the spectacle and glory of a rail jam. Over thirty freeskiers, snowboarders (and even a couple of Nordic and alpine athletes) participated in the contest, with all entry fees benefitting the local Mahoosuc Kids Association in the form of the highly coveted Zipfy Sleds.Read More -
Artur Savchii ’24—Math Olympian Hopes to One Day Help Rebuild Ukraine
Artur Savchii ’24 has done something unprecedented at Gould. He qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination (AIME) based on his score on the American Mathematics Contest 12 (AMC 12). In this next phase of testing, Artur can qualify for The United States of America Mathematical Olympiad, which precedes the International Mathematics Olympiad. To put this in perspective, currently, Artur is one of the top 3,000 math students in the country, and that's just the beginning of his accomplishments.Read More -
Nathan Pare ’23 is at the highest level of Snowboard Cross (SBX), competing in the World Cup SBX Tour
Nathan Pare ’23 is at the highest level of Snowboard Cross (SBX), competing in the World Cup SBX Tour this season as a member of the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team.You can support him on his quest to reach the Winter Olympics at his fundraiser on Saturday, January 6 at The Bethel Resort & Suites. Check out this link for more details. Let's go, Nate! -
Gould Alum Peyton Meader ’22 on MIT All-Indigenous Rocket Launch Team
Peyton Meader ’22 is a member of Massachusetts Institute of Technology's (MIT) first all-Indigenous Rocket Team in Cambridge, MA, where she is a second-year chemical engineering student. The team, Doya, recently placed second in the First Nations Launch international student competition with a blast that reached a height of 1,290 meters.Read More -
Breaking the Stigma: Catie Caggiano’s Four Point Project on Addiction Treatment
Catie Caggiano knew she wanted her senior four point project to center on the healthcare industry but didn’t know which field or where to start. She didn’t know any doctors or health care providers but knew she wanted to focus on patient care and giving back.Read More -
Chris Pyle '23 Takes Second Place in Bill Taylor Essay Contest, Advocates for Internet Equality
The Camden Conference has announced this year's Bill Taylor Essay Contest Winners. Representing Gould, Chris Pyle '23 earned second place for his essay, “Assessing Internet Inequality in the US.”Read More -
Connecting Through Environmental Science: A Senior Four Point Story
During his tenth-grade year, Eli Shifrin ’23 was fly fishing in the Webb River in Weld, Maine, and witnessed a lot of pollution. It got him thinking about native brook trout and how this pollution might affect their habitat and water quality. He was taking Research Methods in Science with Peter Southam then and made water quality the focus of his research. He discovered how the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife (MDIFW) monitors rivers, and he learned about Edmund Muskie, the Clean Water Act of 1972, and the restoration of the Androscoggin River during his research. This planted the seed for his Senior Four Point project, three years in the making.Read More -
Floating Populations and Education Inequality: A Senior Four Point Project
Read MoreByron An ’23 says people in his home city of Guangzhou know about the “Floating Population” crisis in China. Still, very few people have taken action to do anything about it.For his Senior Four Point project, which has been three years in the making, Gould’s 2023 Valedictorian set out to advocate for fair access to education for “floating families” and build a more equitable education system in China. -
From Gould to Dartmouth: Dali Gao's Triumph in Academics and Snowboardcross
“The combination of academics and sports is the most important thing for me. There are a lot of schools that are good academically or good at sports, but nowhere has both like Gould. I started my boardercross career at Gould. Coach Gandee and Yamada have been super helpful and supportive.
It’s that combination and just how supportive the teachers are here. They make sure that I get my work done and have enough time if I'm super busy with snowboarding and traveling. They support my snowboarding by ensuring it’s not overly stressful, which is so helpful.” - Dali Gao, Chinese Snowboard Team
Dali’s journey at Gould was unique. He took a gap year after being named to the Chinese National Snowboard team between eleventh and twelfth grade. Next fall, he will continue his snowboardcross career while pursuing his studies at Dartmouth. We are so proud of Dali’s accomplishments and privileged to say he’s a Gould Husky! Congrats, Dali! 🏂 🎓 🥳 -
From Gould's Stage to Hollywood: Chelsea Duclos' Journey of Self-Expression Through Acting
“The Gould faculty really care about you. They taught me it’s okay not to be perfect. When I got my first paid role in a movie, I messaged my advisor, Mr. Alford. Acting allows me to escape the real world by stepping into an imaginary one and gives me space to express my true self.” - Chelsea Duclos ’23
Chelsea will take her passion for acting to the next level in the Theatre Arts program at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, California, next fall! In addition to being honored at Commencement for high honors, she also received the performing arts department book award. We have enjoyed watching her grow and perform on the stage at Gould. Her creativity, dedication, and love for her craft are inspiring. 🎓🎉 Congratulations, Chelsea! We will be at the front of the line to buy a ticket for your first feature! 🎭✨ -
Mount Holyoke Bound: Reid Johnston's Fearless Pursuit of Education and Identity
“It feels safe, and it’s a wonderful community. The student body at Mount Holyoke was really welcoming. It's not about competition there. Everyone there is an accomplished individual. It's all about supporting your peers, and I think that's great.” – Reid Johnston ’23 (they/them)
Reid will be attending Mount Holyoke College next fall studying psychology and education. Their journey at Gould has been filled with resilience, passion, and a commitment to embracing their true identity. As a nonbinary student, Reid has fearlessly navigated their path and is an inspiration to the Gould community.
Congratulations, Reid! We cannot wait to see all the incredible things you will accomplish as you embark on this new chapter. Remember, Gould Academy will always be here for you. #GouldPride 🏳️🌈
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Gould Academy guides students to be creative, courageous and resilient and to lead lives of fulfillment and purpose.
Gould Academy guides students to be creative, courageous and resilient and to lead lives of fulfillment and purpose.
