
The Gift of Growth: Why Teens Need Challenge, Not Comfort
When was the last time your child did something that genuinely scared them a little, but changed them a lot? Not the fear of a

When was the last time your child did something that genuinely scared them a little, but changed them a lot? Not the fear of a

As a guide at Discover Term, I get a front row seat to the transformation of young people during their time at a term. A

Social media. College applications. School. Work. Sports. Friends. As a teenager today, life can feel like a neverending firehose of expectations—things to do, achieve, and

Summit & Service isn’t a camp. It isn’t a vacation. And it definitely isn’t a typical summer program. It’s two weeks where phones disappear, comfort

Powder Term is an immersive learning program that aims to empower teens in Physical, Academic, and Self Mastery. Through this program, participants are encouraged to prioritize their physical health and wellness, strive for academic excellence, and cultivate independence and self-reliance.

After a delicious breakfast at the Lodge, Powder Term students head to Purgatory Ski Resort to ride the chair and improve their on-snow skills.

Life on campus is a blend of structure, fun, and focus. Between full mornings of skiing on the slopes, study hall, group meals, and community living, it’s safe to say our students are never bored!

Considering attending both Surf Term and Powder Term? Each term brings a unique experience that will last a lifetime. Here is Arthur’s parents’ experience with Discover Term and the powerful transformation they saw in their son.

Discover Term is serious about safety at Powder Term or Surf Term. We have multiple safety protcols we employ to keep your teen safe during their term.

At Discover Term, we offer students the opportunity to expand beyond what they ever thought was possible and push through a bit of discomfort to experience immense growth and JOY!
The five-week Powder Term or Surf Term offers a unique opportunity for middle school adolescents to pause their typical schooling or living and step out of their comfort zones for five weeks. The brave 11-14-year-olds of Surf and Powder Terms leave their friends and routines behind to adopt a new living space and community.