https://chestertownspy.org Nonpartisan and Education-based News for Chestertown Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:18 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/07/golfing-fore-gunston-vi-raises-40000/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/07/golfing-fore-gunston-vi-raises-40000/#respond Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:18 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/07/golfing-fore-gunston-vi-raises-40000/ The Gunston School’s annual spring fundraiser, Golfing “fore” Gunston VI, on Friday, May 2 welcomed parents, alumni and community members for a beautiful and warm day on the links at Queenstown Harbor. More than 80 golfers and 25 sponsors raised $40,000 for the school’s annual giving program, supporting the students and faculty of Gunston. Golfers began at […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/07/golfing-fore-gunston-vi-raises-40000/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/06/gunston-earns-second-at-2025-maryland-state-high-school-rowing-championships/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/06/gunston-earns-second-at-2025-maryland-state-high-school-rowing-championships/#respond Tue, 06 May 2025 10:00:45 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=184041 This past weekend, The Gunston School hosted the 2025 Maryland State High School Rowing Championships on its 75-acre campus situated on the Corsica River, bringing together 130 athletes and approximately 300 spectators from across the state. Participating programs included Roland Park Country School, Elizabeth Seton High School, Freedom Rowers, Blair Crew, and host team Gunston. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/06/gunston-earns-second-at-2025-maryland-state-high-school-rowing-championships/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/20/gunston-rocketry-teams-launch-bold-designs-in-2025-arc-competition/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/20/gunston-rocketry-teams-launch-bold-designs-in-2025-arc-competition/#respond Sun, 20 Apr 2025 10:00:04 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=183745 The Gunston School’s Rocketry Team recently concluded its most active and ambitious season yet, with 19 students participating in the 2025 American Rocketry Challenge (ARC)—the nation’s largest middle and high school rocketry competition. Guided by mentors Dr. Ken Wilson, Mr. Ryan Reading, and Dr. Mariah Goodall, students began meeting in October, devoting 11 weekends to […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/20/gunston-rocketry-teams-launch-bold-designs-in-2025-arc-competition/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/16/heron-pickleball-tournament-raises-13000-for-gunston-athletics/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/16/heron-pickleball-tournament-raises-13000-for-gunston-athletics/#respond Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:00:34 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=183638 The Gunston School’s Heron Pickleball Tournament was held on Sunday, April 13 on the school’s tennis courts, raising just over $13,000 for the athletics program. Originally scheduled for April 12th, the tournament was moved to the following day due to inclement weather. However, despite a cold and windy start to the day, it eventually warmed […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/16/heron-pickleball-tournament-raises-13000-for-gunston-athletics/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/20/gunston-welcomes-mike-hardesty-as-director-of-facilities/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/20/gunston-welcomes-mike-hardesty-as-director-of-facilities/#comments Mon, 20 Jan 2025 11:00:04 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/20/gunston-welcomes-mike-hardesty-as-director-of-facilities/ The Gunston School is pleased to welcome Mike Hardesty as its new Director of Facilities. Hardesty brings 18 years of experience in maintaining and enhancing educational campuses, combined with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability—a core Gunston value. He is a graduate of Washington College with dual Bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Environmental Science, as […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/20/gunston-welcomes-mike-hardesty-as-director-of-facilities/feed/ 1 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/10/24/gunstons-9th-bull-oyster-event-sets-record-raises-170000/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/10/24/gunstons-9th-bull-oyster-event-sets-record-raises-170000/#respond Thu, 24 Oct 2024 10:00:26 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=180183 The Gunston School’s 9th Bull & Oyster Roast was a resounding success, welcoming more than 200 guests this past Saturday, October 19 to the school’s waterfront campus. Attendees enjoyed a festive atmosphere with delicious food, drinks, and entertainment, while rallying together to support the school’s mission. In total, the event raised a record $170,000, making […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/10/24/gunstons-9th-bull-oyster-event-sets-record-raises-170000/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/10/17/gunston-cuts-ribbon-on-new-bermuda-grass-sollers-field/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/10/17/gunston-cuts-ribbon-on-new-bermuda-grass-sollers-field/#respond Thu, 17 Oct 2024 10:00:21 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=180027 On Tuesday, October 8, The Gunston School cut the ribbon on “Sollers Field,” its newest Bermuda grass playing field, dedicating it to the memory of Emilie Middleton Durham and Carter Middleton Bond, granddaughters of the school’s original founders, Mary and Sam Middleton. In attendance to cut the ribbon were several descendents of the sisters, including […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/10/17/gunston-cuts-ribbon-on-new-bermuda-grass-sollers-field/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/24/gunston-recognizes-30-ap-scholars-for-23-24-academic-year/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/24/gunston-recognizes-30-ap-scholars-for-23-24-academic-year/#respond Tue, 24 Sep 2024 10:00:19 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/24/gunston-recognizes-30-ap-scholars-for-23-24-academic-year/ Every fall, the National Advanced Placement (AP) Program recognizes high school students who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement through their performance on multiple AP Exams. The College Board recognizes different achievements including AP Scholar, AP Scholar with Honor, and AP Scholar with Distinction. The Gunston School is pleased to announce the following 30 students who […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/24/gunston-recognizes-30-ap-scholars-for-23-24-academic-year/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/13/gunstons-bull-oyster-roast-set-for-october-19-2024/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/13/gunstons-bull-oyster-roast-set-for-october-19-2024/#respond Tue, 13 Aug 2024 10:00:16 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/13/gunstons-bull-oyster-roast-set-for-october-19-2024/ The Gunston School’s signature fundraising event, the Bull & Oyster Roast, will be held on Saturday, October 19 from 5-9 p.m. on the school’s waterfront campus, overlooking the Corsica River. The evening includes delicious food provided by Phat Daddy’s BBQ and Superior OysterShuckers as well as a beer truck, wine pull, and signature cocktail. DJ […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/13/gunstons-bull-oyster-roast-set-for-october-19-2024/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/02/the-gunston-school-and-the-country-school-host-7th-environmental-leadership-conference-for-independent-school-leaders/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/02/the-gunston-school-and-the-country-school-host-7th-environmental-leadership-conference-for-independent-school-leaders/#respond Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:00:34 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/02/128159-2/ Centreville, MD – Last week, the Environmental Leadership Conference for Independent School Leaders (ELISL) was led by Gunston’s Head of School John Lewis, and Emily Beck, Head of Upper School at The Country School. Held annually in July, the conference invited independent school leaders representing eleven different schools across Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. to travel […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/08/02/the-gunston-school-and-the-country-school-host-7th-environmental-leadership-conference-for-independent-school-leaders/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/11/gunstons-chesapeake-watershed-semester-receives-ee-ford-grant-for-environmental-programming/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/11/gunstons-chesapeake-watershed-semester-receives-ee-ford-grant-for-environmental-programming/#respond Thu, 11 Jul 2024 10:00:22 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=177786 The Gunston School is thrilled to announce it has been awarded a $100,000 matching grant from the Edward E. Ford Foundation to enhance its renowned environmental education programs and support the development of the school’s newly acquired property. Gunston has long been a leader in environmental education, with its annual Chesapeake Bay Studies experiential learning […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/11/gunstons-chesapeake-watershed-semester-receives-ee-ford-grant-for-environmental-programming/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/10/113th-gunston-school-commencement-celebrates-the-class-of-2024/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/10/113th-gunston-school-commencement-celebrates-the-class-of-2024/#respond Mon, 10 Jun 2024 10:00:57 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/10/113th-gunston-school-commencement-celebrates-the-class-of-2024/ The Gunston School celebrated its 113th commencement this past Saturday, June 8, honoring the Class of 2024 with a waterfront ceremony overlooking the Corsica River, as family and friends looked on. The procession began with Bagpiper Andrew Jaecks, followed by school faculty and staff, and then graduating seniors. This year’s senior class was accepted to […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/06/10/113th-gunston-school-commencement-celebrates-the-class-of-2024/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/17/gunstons-athletic-hall-of-fame-welcomes-eleanora-11-olivia-13-keene/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/17/gunstons-athletic-hall-of-fame-welcomes-eleanora-11-olivia-13-keene/#respond Fri, 17 May 2024 10:00:50 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/17/gunstons-athletic-hall-of-fame-welcomes-eleanora-11-olivia-13-keene/ The Gunston School is proud to announce the induction of two remarkable athletes, Eleanora Keene ’11 and Olivia Keene ’13, into the Gunston Athletic Hall of Fame. Eleanora, a true sports star, distinguished herself in field hockey, basketball, and lacrosse during her time at Gunston. As a four-year letter winner and team captain in each […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/17/gunstons-athletic-hall-of-fame-welcomes-eleanora-11-olivia-13-keene/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/08/golfing-fore-gunston-v-raises-35000/ Wed, 08 May 2024 10:00:16 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/08/golfing-fore-gunston-v-raises-35000/ The Gunston School’s annual spring fundraiser, Golfing “fore” Gunston V, on Friday, May 3 welcomed parents, alumni and community members for a warm and sun-filled day on the links at Queenstown Harbor. The event raised nearly $35,000 for Gunston’s annual giving program, which supports the students and faculty of the school by offering opportunities beyond […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/01/gunstons-chesapeake-watershed-semester-welcomes-new-director-brad-hirsh/ Wed, 01 May 2024 10:00:44 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=176312 The Gunston School is delighted to announce the appointment of Brad Hirsh as Gunston’s new Director of the Chesapeake Watershed Semester and Sustainability. In this role, Hirsh will be responsible for leading one of the nation’s most innovative college preparatory environmental education programs. Gunston’s Chesapeake Watershed Semester (CWS) is a unique opportunity for highly motivated […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/16/heron-pickleball-tournament-raises-7000-for-gunston-athletics/ Tue, 16 Apr 2024 10:00:41 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/16/125491-2/ The Gunston School’s first annual Heron Pickleball Tournament was held Saturday, April 13 on the school’s 75-acre campus, bringing together a vibrant community of players, sponsors, and volunteers for a day of spirited (and windy!) competition. The event raised around $7,000, which will be used to purchase new equipment for Gunston’s 20 interscholastic teams (plus […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/02/23/heron-pickleball-tournament-set-for-april-13-2024/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 11:21:01 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/02/23/heron-pickleball-tournament-set-for-april-13-2024/ The Gunston School is hosting its first-ever Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, April 13 at its waterfront campus in Centreville, Md. beginning at 9 a.m. The format will be round-robin or double elimination, depending on the number of registered teams, with men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles teams playing on Gunston’s tennis courts. Beginners will […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/02/09/the-gunston-school-crew-team-makes-the-big-league/ Fri, 09 Feb 2024 12:07:04 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/02/09/the-gunston-school-crew-team-makes-the-big-league/ In Spring 2024, The Gunston School will join the premiere rowing conference in the region, the Washington Metropolitan Interscholastic Rowing Association (WMIRA). While Gunston has regularly competed against WMIRA teams at national regattas like Head of the Scyulkill, the school is now eligible to compete in the conference championship regatta on May 5th. “Each year […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/11/gunstons-colin-hallmark-24-named-2023-heisman-high-school-scholarship-winner/ Mon, 11 Dec 2023 11:52:42 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/11/gunstons-colin-hallmark-24-named-2023-heisman-high-school-scholarship-winner/ The Gunston School is pleased to announce that Senior Colin Hallmark (Annapolis) was selected as a 2023 Heisman High School Scholarship recipient this past November. Hallmark and other award winners were selected from thousands of applicants from more than 4,000 schools. This scholarship honors the nation’s most accomplished, community-minded high school senior athletes. During his […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/16/gunston-invited-to-join-maryland-interscholastic-athletic-association/ Thu, 16 Nov 2023 10:55:35 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/11/16/gunston-invited-to-join-maryland-interscholastic-athletic-association/ The Gunston School is pleased to announce they’ll be joining the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. MIAA is the state’s premier boys’ athletic conference and includes 29 private high schools across eight Maryland counties and Baltimore City. Divided into three tiers based on school size (A, B, & C), […]]]>