GERSTELL ACADEMY
LEADERSHIP • HONOR • COURAGE
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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 Lower School Student Wins MFLA Visual Arts Contest in Montgomery County.

    Devin Hardiman Wins Statewide Visual Arts Competition

    Gerstell Academy proudly announces that fifth-grade student Devin Hardiman has been named the Elementary Visual Arts Winner in the Maryland Foreign Language Association (MFLA) Visual Arts Contest. Devin’s artwork, created last April in Ms. Patty Lutton’s fourth-grade Spanish class, beautifully illustrated the theme “Why is learning another language so important?” His vibrant design—featuring people united by international flags—earned first place in the statewide competition. Devin’s message: “Being able to speak different languages brings us together,” reflects the global perspective nurtured in Gerstell’s language programs. Congratulations, Devin!
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  • Gerstell Academy’s second graders exploring the wonders of nature deep inside the Crystal Grottoes Caverns in Washington County.

    From Caverns to Creamery: Second Graders Dive into Earth Science with an Unforgettable Fall Field Study

    Our second graders brought their earth science curriculum to life through an immersive visit to Crystal Grottoes Caverns, where they observed remarkable cave formations and gained a deeper appreciation for environmental stewardship. Their exploration continued at South Mountain Creamery, where they connected scientific concepts to agriculture by engaging with farm animals and learning about milk pasteurization. The day concluded with fresh ice cream and meaningful reflections on leadership and character.
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  • Gerstell Academy high school students explore Applied Ethics using a cutting-edge AI tool in Carroll County..

    Ethics Students Use AI to Strengthen Civil Discourse and Critical Thinking

    In a bold step toward cultivating thoughtful, respectful leaders, Gerstell Academy’s 11th grade Applied Ethics class is piloting the use of an innovative AI tool in the classroom - SWAYbeta.ai - to sharpen students’ civil discourse and critical thinking skills.
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2500 Old Westminster Pike
Finksburg, MD 21048-1823
410-861-3000
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