Gerstell Academy | A Private school in Baltimore, Maryland

30th Anniversary Gala — Commemorating three decades of leadership, legacy, and lasting impact.
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GERSTELL ACADEMY
LEADERSHIP • HONOR • COURAGE

Our School Motto

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.

Gerstell Academy Seniors Achieve Eagle Scout Designation
4/22/2026
Two Gerstell Academy seniors have earned the designation of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious award in scouting. Matthew Glaser, Ari Kravitz, recently celebrated their accomplishments. Eagle Scouts are known for a variety of traits including loyalty, trustworthiness, kindness, obedience, and helpfulness. It is estimated that only 6% of Boy Scouts achieve this honor.
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Gerstell Academy Celebrates Earth Day
4/17/2026
On Friday, April 17th, the Gerstell Academy community celebrated Earth Day! Students and faculty participated in a variety of Earth Day activities designed to teach, motivate, and inspire interest in the environment.
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Gerstell Academy Hosts 18th Annual Geography Bee!
4/16/2026
On Thursday, April 16, members of the Geo Bee Club participated in a spirited competition in the Carolyn B. Smith Library. Sponsored by Lower School faculty members Mrs. Patty Lutton and Ms. Tina Culbertson, the Geo Bee Club consists of volunteer students from the third and fourth grades and meets every other week throughout the school year with the goal of building a broad base of global knowledge, encouraging critical thinking, and helping students reach their full potential.
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