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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  • Elementary School students presented their annual winter concert in Carroll County.

    Lower School presents, Halls of Fame!

    On Friday, December 20th, lower school students presented the annual winter concert held in the Paterakis Athletic Center.  This year’s theme was “Sports.”  Students wore shirts representing their favorite sports team and performed a variety of sports-related songs.
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  • Gerstell Elementary School attended the BSO to experience The Nutcracker in Baltimore

    Lower School students see The Nutcracker!

    On Wednesday, December 18th, lower school students visited the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall to experience a reimagined version of The Nutcracker performed by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and dancers from the Baltimore School for the Arts. 
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  • High School Fall Coaches Leadership Volleyball Award in Carroll County.

    Gerstell Athletic Department Hosts Upper School Fall Athletic Awards

    On Wednesday, December 11th, the Gerstell Athletic Department invited students, faculty, coaches, staff, and parents to celebrate the fall athletics season and honor the efforts of our dedicated athletes. The event, held in the Deborah Paterakis Gymnasium, was hosted by Mr. Phil Gilotte, Athletic Director, and featured awards from the Volleyball, Soccer, and Cross-Country coaches. 
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Upcoming Events

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