GERSTELL ACADEMY
LEADERSHIP • HONOR • COURAGE

Our School Motto

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  • Leadership

    ...at Gerstell is defined as, “The art of positively influencing others to unite in a common direction and guiding them to improve themselves and their community.”
  • Honor

    ...at Gerstell is doing the right thing when no one is looking regardless of the consequences. 
  • Courage

    ...at Gerstell is the ability to act in the face of fear. Not to be fearless, but to learn how to demonstrate both physical and moral courage in the face of adversity. 

Recent News

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  • Alumni, faculty, and friends gathered on the course for the 5th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament, putting the finishing touch on a memorable Homecoming Weekend 2026. The event provided an opportunity to reconnect, celebrate Falcon pride, and enjoy a day of friendly competition and camaraderie at Piney Branch Golf Course in Carroll County.

    5th Annual Alumni Golf Tournament rounds out Homecoming Weekend 2026

    The 5th Annual Alumni golf Tournament was held on Monday, October 5, 2026, and served as the culminating event for Homecoming weekend.  Beautiful sunshine and cool breezes, accompanied the golfers on the Piney Branch Golf Course.
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  • Learning through experience! Gerstell Academy Pre-K and Kindergarten students explored fire safety, toured a fire engine, and met the firefighters from Reese Fire Department who help keep our community safe in Carroll County.

    Reese & Company Volunteer Fire Department Visits Gerstell Academy!

    As part of National Fire Prevention Week, Pre-K and Kindergarten students enjoyed a special visit from the Reese & Community Volunteer Fire Department. The visit gave students an opportunity to learn fire safety skills while meeting the firefighters who serve our community. 
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  • Gerstell Academy Upper and Middle School students and faculty attended this morning’s Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Meeting, featuring keynote speaker Dr. Anirban Basu.

    Middle and Upper School Students Attend Annual Chamber of Commerce Meeting

    On Tuesday, October 6, several Gerstell Academy Middle and Upper School students attended the annual Chamber of Commerce Membership Meeting held at Piney Branch Golf Club in Upperco, Maryland. Students had the opportunity to hear economist Anirban Basu's highly anticipated annual economic update and observe Chamber members as they elected incoming representatives to serve on the Chamber's Board of Directors. Throughout the morning, students enjoyed breakfast while networking with local business leaders and community members who play an important role in supporting the economic vitality of Westminster, Carroll County, and the greater Maryland region. 
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Upcoming Events

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