Gould Academy

Po Box 860, Bethel, ME, 04217-0421 - View a map of this schoolMap

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Gould Academy prepares academically motivated students for college and helps them to become independent-minded, ethical citizens who will lead lives of purpose, action, excellence, and compassion in a dynamic world. We know, respect, and embrace each student. bring teachers and students together in relationships that nurture each student’s intellect, growing self-confidence, self-determination, and respect for others. We challenge students to strive for their personal best in every pursuit. At the heart of any Gould endeavor are the energy to try, the willingness to risk, and the capacity to persevere. We promote curiosity, open-minded exploration, and disciplined analysis in our students’ work. We believe that the complete development of each student requires intensive experiences in academics, athletics, arts, community life and the natural world. We prepare students for successful and responsible global citizenship. ...

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School Overview:

 
Gould Academy
School Membership(s) New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Institute for Independent Education
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 9 - 12
Offers Post-Graduate Year Yes
Programs for Learning Differences Yes
Year Founded 1836
County Oxford County, ME
Student Body
Total Students 245 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(ME) School Avg.
% Students of Color 5% 5%
Students by Grade
Grade 9 - 50 students
Grade 10 - 59 students
Grade 11 - 71 students
Grade 12 - 65 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 45 teachers
Average Class Size 10
Classroom dress code Casual
This School
(ME) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio n/a * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 175 days
Hours in School Day for Students 5 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $41,500
Acceptance Rate 75%
Head of School Daniel Kunkle
Admissions Director Todd Ormiston
Admissions Associate Nick Ramharter
Sport
Total Sports Offered 19
 
Sports
Alpine SkiingBaseball
BasketballClimbing
Cross CountryCycling
DanceEquestrian
Field HockeyFreestyle Skiing
GolfLacrosse
Mountain BikingNordic Skiing
Rock ClimbingSnowboarding
SoccerSoftball
Tennis 

School Notes:

  • Gould Academy prepares academically motivated students for college and helps them to become independent-minded, ethical citizens who will lead lives of purpose, action, excellence, and compassion in a dynamic world. We know, respect, and embrace each student. bring teachers and students together in relationships that nurture each student’s intellect, growing self-confidence, self-determination, and respect for others. We challenge students to strive for their personal best in every pursuit. At the heart of any Gould endeavor are the energy to try, the willingness to risk, and the capacity to persevere. We promote curiosity, open-minded exploration, and disciplined analysis in our students’ work. We believe that the complete development of each student requires intensive experiences in academics, athletics, arts, community life and the natural world. We prepare students for successful and responsible global citizenship.
  • Profile last updated: 11/04/2008

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    posted on November 13, 2009 at 05:02:46 am
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    posted on November 3, 2009 at 05:11:01 am
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    posted on October 30, 2009 at 04:11:39 am
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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (04217)
School Zip (04217)
(ME) State Average
Population (Approximate) 3,132 people 1,273,094 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 30% 27%
Population Average Age 40 years old 38 years old
Average Household size 2.4 persons 2.2 persons
Median Household Income $33,521 $38,403
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.5 rooms 5.3 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 43 years old 50 years old
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