Black Excellence Alumni Network

Welcome to the Black Excellence Alumni Network!

The Black Excellence Alumni Network (BEAN) is dedicated to fostering a supportive community for Porter-Gaud School's Black alumni. We aim to connect alumni across generations, provide mentorship opportunities, and build upon the legacy of Black excellence at Porter-Gaud. All are welcome!

Established in 2025, BEAN strengthens connections and builds community by:

Facilitating alumni engagement through social media and other communications channels.
Organizing community service projects and initiatives that benefit local Black communities in the surrounding Charleston area.
Offering workshops, seminars, and networking opportunities to help alumni advance their careers.
Sharing news, updates, and success stories.

For more information or to sign up to receive email updates, please contact Michael Abro, Director of Alumni Relations, at mabro@portergaud.edu.

FEATURED ALUMNI

We will be releasing several profiles of alumni over the next few months. These profiles include information about each person as well as a podcast-style video interview. Please check back fequently as we release new content.

Jabari Spruill '96
Jabari Spruill '96 Independent School Administrator Read Full Bio Listen to Podcast Jabari Spruill’s academic and professional journey is a testament to the strong foundation provided by Porter-Gaud's academic excellence, diverse extracurricular opportunities, and supportive teachers. His experiences as the only Black student in his class, coupled with the mentorship and representation he received, have empowered him to champion belonging initiatives in his professional life. Throughout his career, Jabari has been committed to helping others feel accepted, loved, and respected, drawing on his own experiences to support and mentor students. Jabari's journey is also marked by personal resilience and a deep connection to his family. He speaks fondly of his mother, Ida Lakisha Johnson Spruill, who was a significant influence in his life and career. Her legacy continues to inspire Jabari in his work and personal life. Additionally, Jabari's son is following in his footsteps, attending an independent school and experiencing a similar educational environment. We invite you to listen to our first podcast, where Jabari talks about his years at PG, his career in education, and what excites him most about the Black Excellence Alumni Network.

Jabari Spruill '96

Jabari Spruill '96
Independent School Administrator
Read Full Bio

Listen to Podcast

Jabari Spruill’s academic and professional journey is a testament to the strong foundation provided by Porter-Gaud's academic excellence, diverse extracurricular opportunities, and supportive teachers. His experiences as the only Black student in his class, coupled with the mentorship and representation he received, have empowered him to champion belonging initiatives in his professional life. Throughout his career, Jabari has been committed to helping others feel accepted, loved, and respected, drawing on his own experiences to support and mentor students.

Jabari's journey is also marked by personal resilience and a deep connection to his family. He speaks fondly of his mother, Ida Lakisha Johnson Spruill, who was a significant influence in his life and career. Her legacy continues to inspire Jabari in his work and personal life. Additionally, Jabari's son is following in his footsteps, attending an independent school and experiencing a similar educational environment.

We invite you to listen to our first podcast, where Jabari talks about his years at PG, his career in education, and what excites him most about the Black Excellence Alumni Network.