GERSTELL ACADEMY
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News

2026

  • May

    Gerstell Academy Celebrates 30 Years: Alumni Association Board members gather on campus in formal attire, marking three decades of community, tradition, and achievement in Carroll County.

    Gerstell Academy Celebrates 30 Years with an Elegant and Unforgettable Gala

    Gerstell Academy marked a major milestone recently as the community gathered for its 30th Anniversary Gala, an evening filled with celebration, connection, and heartfelt appreciation. The event, sponsored by the Gerstell Academy Alumni Association, brought together an extraordinary mix of guests—Board members, alumni, alumni families, parents, faculty, staff, and friends of the school—each united in honoring three decades of leadership, growth, and shared purpose.
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  • April

    Gerstell Academy Founder and President Emeritus Dr. Smith and President Mr. Polasko present a birthday cake during the singing of “Happy Birthday” at halftime in Carroll County.

    Gerstell Academy’s 30th Birthday!

    We had an absolutely fantastic time on Wednesday, celebrating Gerstell Academy’s 30th Birthday! Students from all three divisions came out of uniform and brought toys and books to support Toys for Tots, filling the day with generosity and school spirit. The afternoon Pep Rally set the tone with loud cheers, excitement, and an incredible sense of community.
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  • January

    Brady Dillon ’23 is Soaring to New Heights!

    Brady Dillon ’23 recently completed an internship with the New York Air National Guard’s 174th Attack Wing while studying at the United States Merchant Marine Academy. 
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