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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  • 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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  • Tyrin Hawkins '18 discusses his roles within the Batlimore Orioles organization at Camden Yards.

    Tyrin Hawkins ’18: Building a Career in Professional Sports

    Gerstell Academy alumnus Tyrin Hawkins ’18 takes us behind the scenes at Oriole Park at Camden Yards, reflects on the experiences that helped launch his career in professional sports, and shares what is next in his journey.
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  • Students gather for Gerstell Academy's annual Oaks and Seedlings Program, a special mentoring tradition that fosters leadership, friendship, and community across grade levels in Carroll County.

    Annual Oaks and Seedlings Ceremony

    On Thursday, September 24th, Gerstell Academy celebrated its Oaks and Seedlings Program, a mentoring tradition that connects older students with younger students to build meaningful and lasting relationships throughout their years at Gerstell Academy. The program reflects Gerstell Academy’s commitment to leadership by encouraging students to mentor one another, build community, and positively influence those around them. 
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