...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.
On Friday, August 30th, Gerstell Academy Upper School students and faculty traveled to First Fruits Farm in Freeland, Maryland to spend the day harvesting corn and potatoes to share with local food banks and homeless shelters. Community service is an integral part of the Gerstell mission, and students, faculty and staff participate in this annual service opportunity.
This summer’s lower school “One School, One Book”reading selection wasNim’s Islandby Wendy Orr. Upon completion of the book, students were asked to create aproject based on the book. On Friday, August 30th, the Lower School students celebrated First Friday with the day’s events centered around the general themes of the book and a showcase of the projects created.
The summer of 2024 may be remembered for long stretches of hot and humid days; however, on an idyllic fall-like day, Gerstell welcomed teachers back to campus! As preparations for the new academic year are complete, faculty welcome new and returning students into their classrooms