...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 Monday, March 18th, at The Lyric in Baltimore, freshman Jalen Blackwell presented his award-winning poem, "A World Without Borders." Addressing the topic of creating a better world, the poem imagined a future where physical and metaphorical boundaries dissolve in favor of shared humanity. Jalen intertwined themes of immigration, cultural exchange, equity, and belonging, emphasizing that compassion, love, and understanding should be the global currencies we value. His poem encouraged empathy and reflection, inspiring individuals to transcend divisions and embrace a vision of inclusivity and connection.
Junior Matthew Glaser has earned the prestigious 2025 Carson Scholars Award, which recognizes academic excellence and community service among students in grades 4–11. Made possible by The Kahlert Foundation, the award includes a $1,000 scholarship, an Olympic-sized medal, and a trophy for the recipient's school.
On March 16th, Gerstell Academy's lower school students proudly performed the National Anthem before a Harlem Globetrotters game at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena, impressing a crowd of over 4,000.