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.

Instructing Others: A “Pawsome” Leadership Circle
11/6/2026
As part of the Lower School's focus on the Leadership Attribute “Instruct Others," students welcomed dog trainer Carter Wilde of Wilde Acres for a memorable Leadership Circle that demonstrated the power of effective communication, patience, and leadership.
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Middle School Founder’s Challenge Luncheon
11/6/2026
After completing a rigorous set of academic, leadership and social requirements, 34 Middle School students who completed the Dr. Smith’s Summer Founder’s Leadership Challenge enjoyed lunch with Dr. Smith and the Middle School administration at Sakura Japanese Steakhouse in Westminster.
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Families Gather for Gerstell's Annual Trunk or Treat
11/3/2026
On Friday, October 30th, the Gerstell community came together for our annual Trunk or Treat event. Students and parents arrived in costume, decorated their trunks with festive Halloween displays, and handed out candy to excited trick-or-treaters. The evening provided a wonderful opportunity for families to celebrate the season while enjoying time together as a school community.
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