Gerstell Academy | A Private school in Baltimore, Maryland

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.

Reese & Company Volunteer Fire Department Visits Gerstell Academy!
10/12/2026
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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Middle and Upper School Students Attend Annual Chamber of Commerce Meeting
10/6/2026
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: Building a Career in Professional Sports
9/30/2026
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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