GERSTELL ACADEMY
LEADERSHIP • HONOR • COURAGE

News

2025

  • November

    Alumnus Brett McLaughlin ’14, Captain, U.S. Army, presents the Fallen Man Table during Gerstell Academy’s Veterans’ Day Assembly—a solemn tribute honoring the sacrifices of service members and reminding the community of the cost of freedom in Carroll County.

    Veterans’ Day: A Look Into the Annual Celebration of Our Nation’s Heroes

    Alivia Nyerges, Class of 2027
    Gerstell Academy celebrated its annual Veterans’ Day Assembly on November 11, led by the eighth grade—a tradition since 2007. The day featured a flag-raising ceremony, heartfelt performances, and stories from veterans, with highlights including the Fallen Man Table presentation by alumnus Brett McLaughlin ’14 and recognition of alumni in service. Veteran of the Year, Todd Lutton, was honored with a Quilts of Valor presentation, as students, faculty, families, and veterans from multiple generations came together to reflect on sacrifice and reinforce Gerstell’s values of leadership, gratitude, and unity.

    Read More

  • October

    Gerstell Academy was proud to welcome back alumnus Anthony Carpenter ’19, now a collegiate coach at Bowie State University.

    Former Upper School Basketball Star Now Leading the Charge as College Coach

    Today, Gerstell Academy welcomed back Anthony Carpenter ’19 to the Deborah Paterakis Gymnasium, where he once made history as a standout basketball player. Known for his record-breaking shooting accuracy, over 1,000 career points, and two MIAA Conference Championship titles, Anthony returned not as a player—but as a collegiate coach.
    Read More

  • July

    The NHSCA recognizes Kiara Hardy, Shyla Borek, and Abby Redman as 2nd Team Academic All-Americans.

    Three Gerstell Girls Basketball Players Named NHSCA Academic All-Americans

    Three of Gerstell Academy’s Girls Varsity Basketball standouts have earned national recognition for their excellence on and off the court. Kiara Hardy, Abby Redman, and Shyla Borek were named Second Team Academic All-Americans by the National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA), recognizing their exceptional leadership, academic excellence, and outstanding athletic achievements. Their accomplishments reflect the core values of Gerstell’s leadership-based athletic program.
    Read More
< 2025
Select All Clear All Refresh
2500 Old Westminster Pike
Finksburg, MD 21048-1823
410-861-3000
1-866-861-3300