Ismail ’12 Featured in Profile of Unique Prep School

David PesciJune 14, 20101min
Ismail says that, despite the school's rough surroundings, 'there was no excuse not to achieve"

Ahmed Ismail ’12 is featured in a profile by The Wall Street Journal of St. Benedict’s Preparatory School, a unique all-boys school in Newark, N.J., that focuses on achievement, self-discipline, and an honor code that in part states: “whatever hurts my brother hurts me.” Located in one of the most impoverished neighborhoods in Newark, the school is known for its code of ethics, minority enrollment, outstanding academic programs, and excellence in sports. More than 95% of the school’s graduates go on to college.