Winter Term
WHERE A SEASON ON SNOW MEETS A WORLD OF DISCOVERY.
Winter Term introduces 7th and 8th grade student-athletes to a place where elite coaching, rigorous academics, and real-world learning come together in one unforgettable experience.
Designed for competitive Alpine, Nordic, Freestyle, and Snowboard athletes, this program runs from mid-November through the end of competition season in March. Students train six days a week alongside Gould’s snow sports teams and attend academic classes built around optimal training times, benefiting from small class sized and a 6:1 student to teacher ratio.
It’s not just a winter on snow — it’s the beginning of a lifelong journey through Gould’s values, programs, and community.
Premier Academics. Olympic-Level Athletics
Winter Term is more than just an athletic immersion. It’s your student’s first entry into a world-renowned boarding school community—one built on curiosity, courage, kindness, and creativity.
Certified Gold.
A U.S. Ski & Snowboard gold-certified club, our multi-layered competitive snow sports program is designed for student-athletes who want to compete at the highest national and international levels, as well as for students who just want to learn and have fun on snow!
Welcome to Your Greatest Winter Yet
Unmatched Training & Facilities
Winter Term athletes don’t just get more time on snow — they get the kind of access most competitors only dream of, featuring an array of performance-driven facilities.
• Ski in & out from slope-side performance center
• More reps than ever with Gould-exclusive lift
• On-campus Wintersteiger® tuning facilities
Gould Academics & Development
At Gould, athletics never come at the expense of academics. Winter Term students engage in a full academic schedule built around their training — not in competition with it.
• Academics coordinated with each student’s home school
• Emphasis on building study habits and time management
• Experiential learning integrated across disciplines
A Pathway to the full gould experience
More than a Season — A Head Start
Many Winter Term students return to their parent schools with clarity, momentum, and ambition that sets them apart. For some, it’s just the beginning of their Gould journey.
Whether your family is looking for a one-term opportunity or a four-year experience, Winter Term offers a launchpad for leadership, confidence, and connection.
An Average Day at Gould? You'll Never Have One
