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Discover Gunston

Gunston seeks students of good character who have exhibited both the motivation and ability to succeed in a challenging college preparatory course of study. It is also important to us that our students understand, respect, and embrace the philosophy of Gunston, and possess the talents, motivation, and interest to contribute to our dynamic community.

Director of Admissions & Financial Aid

David Henry
dhenry@gunston.org 
410-758-0620 ext 1104

The Gunston Experience

Students doing lab work at Gunston. 

 

Intellectually Rigorous

Honors and AP courses, specialized electives, and signature projects  — Gunston challenges students to go deeper in the areas that matter most to them.

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Students exchange a fistbump on the first day of school at Gunston. 

 

Vibrant Community

From arriving by boat on the first day of school to leading service projects through clubs, Gunston students don't just attend school here — they shape it.

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Mrs. Grabis and Tuner '25 take a look at the yearbook.

 

Highly Personalized

With an average class size of 10–12, every student is known by name and by need. Teachers are available daily, and schedules are built around each student's strengths and goals.

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Students at Gunston's Waterfront. 

 

Environmental Awareness

Situated on the Corsica River, Gunston puts its surroundings to work. Bay Studies, the Chesapeake Watershed Semester, and campus-wide sustainability initiatives connect learning to the living ecosystem outside the classroom.

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College Guidance

Two dedicated college counselors, a step-by-step College 101 course, and a personalized placement program help every student find schools that are a genuine fit — not just a reach.

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Body & Mind

Students participate in two sports seasons each year — or Gunston's comprehensive fitness program — with a dedicated Wellness course built into every 9th grader's schedule. A healthy body is part of the curriculum.

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Mental Wellness Ecosystem

Gunston takes a whole-school approach to student wellbeing, from protective factors and advisory programs to an on-site clinician and student-led clubs.

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Meet the Educators Behind the Experienc

Great teaching isn't just about subject-matter mastery—it’s about igniting curiosity, applying Mind-Brain Education science, and building real mentorship with adolescents. Click below to hear directly from our faculty about how they bring research-informed, high-empathy learning to life every day.

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