CBA Students Post Impressive Scores on 2019 AP Exams

Over 50 CBA students were recognized with a 2019 Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar distinctions, as announced by The College Board last week.

Nine members of the graduating Class of 2019 – Brian Closkey (Notre Dame), John Crilly (Providence), David Ham (University of Virginia), Nicholas Hanlon (Johns Hopkins), John Memon (Northeastern), Michael Sardella (Vanderbilt), Joseph Sorrentino (Notre Dame), Matthew Vaccaro (Boston College), William Walsh (University of Pennsylvania) – were named National AP Scholars by receiving an average score of at least 4 on all AP exams taken, as well as scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams.

Perhaps most impressive, 2019 valedictorian Michael Sardella took 13 AP exams in his CBA career and earned a 5 on all 13 exams.

In addition, 28 students were named AP Scholars with Distinction by receiving an average score of at least 3.50 on all AP exams taken, plus scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams.

CBA also had 16 students named AP Scholars with Honor by receiving an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken, as well as scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams.

Christian Brothers Academy is very proud of the achievements of all of our AP Scholars,” said Associate Principal Sean Nunan. “Thank you to all of these young men and to their dedicated teachers for the exemplary work they did preparing for this success.
About Christian Brothers Academy:
Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) is a private, Catholic, academic preparatory school for boys located in Lincroft, New Jersey. Founded in 1959 and taught in the Lasallian tradition, CBA is dedicated to helping students become intellectually mature and morally responsible leaders for society. Through the combined efforts of the Office of Advancement and friends of the Academy, CBA awards over $1.5 million in scholarships and financial aid to current students. Experience the Academy at www.CBALincroftNJ.org.