History
UNDERSTANDING THE PAST TO NAVIGATE THE PRESENT
Gould students are challenged to think critically and solve problems, allowing them to grow in unexpected ways.
Gould students learn to think like historians, asking big questions and seeking out multiple viewpoints to back up their ideas with evidence. Through courses in Human Geography, Global History, and electives ranging from Applied Ethics to Media and Propaganda, they build the research and discussion skills that prepare them for college and a life of civic engagement. Students seeking additional challenge can pursue embedded honors options or enroll in AP courses in U.S. History and Comparative Government.
Beyond the classroom, students engage with contemporary issues through experiential opportunities, like the Camden Conference and Academic WorldQuest. These programs provide students with the opportunity to explore international relations, policy, and global affairs.
Featured COURSES & Programs
Reading & Roaming Maine
This course blends literature, history, and fieldwork to explore Maine’s landscapes and culture. Students read works set in Maine and visit the places that inspired them, like the Maine Coast or the wilderness that surrounds Bethel. Along the way, they develop research, writing, and analytical skills while connecting with the state’s past and present.
Media, Propaganda, and Power
Drawing on media studies, history, political theory, and philosophy, students examine how political narratives are formed and spread. By studying historic and modern examples of media influence—from war coverage to intelligence operations—students gain a deeper understanding of the information and power that continues to shape political culture.
Academic WorldQuest Team
Drawing on media studies, history, political theory, and philosophy, students examine how political narratives are formed and spread. By studying historic and modern examples of media influence—from war coverage to intelligence operations—students gain a deeper understanding of the information and power that continues to shape political culture.
The International Camden Conference
Each winter, a group of Gould students attends the Camden Conference, joining high school and college students from across the region to explore pressing international issues with renowned journalists, diplomats, and scholars.