Mission, Vision, Values
The Gould Roadmap
Gould creates a balanced environment where students engage deeply with their studies while also pursuing hands-on experiences that challenge them to think critically, solve problems, and grow in unexpected ways.
DRIVEN BY Mission
Gould Academy guides students to be creative, courageous, and resilient and to lead lives of fulfillment and purpose.
VISION
A Gould education is transformative. Students build meaningful relationships in our community and learn through a challenging interdisciplinary curriculum. Our extraordinary mountain setting and innovative educators provide the environment, time, and mentorship for young people to discover and fulfill their potential.
Gould’s core VALUES
CURIOSITY • KINDNESS • CREATIVITY • COURAGE
STRATEGIC PLAN — The Road Ahead
Join Us on this Journey
Gould’s Strategic Plan outlines our commitment to cultivating a unique learning environment where students are recognized and valued for who they are, where they can discover and pursue their passions, where their talents and contributions can be seen, and where young adults are empowered to lead and thrive.
2025-2026 update — OUR NEXT CHAPTER
PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE
Gould Academy emphasizes holistic adolescent development through experiential learning, connected community, wellness, and a modern, technology-fluent academic experience.
Gould Graduates
- Think Critically
- Innovate Creatively
- Listen Authentically
- Negotiate Complex Systems And Relationships
- Lead Collaboratively And Confidently
- Persevere And Adapt
- Live With Purpose