Before working with Dr. Ismail, I consistently received 20-22 on my ACT. Thanks to him, by the time I finished testing, I had a 30 super score. I owe him a great deal of gratitude. He was an excellent teacher and a mentor.

Cheney G | High School Senior

Ihab, She got a 33 in English [ consistently getting a 24 before] and a super score of 34. We truly appreciate all your help.

Suchita | Parent, | Feb 2025

Dr. Ismail worked with our son and our daughter. He helped each one achieve the National Merit and become finalists. We are now seeking his expertise to work with our third daughter. We know we will get the same excellent service.”

Sarah G | Parent

My students who have worked with Ihab have described him as kind, fun, knowledgeable, and very helpful. He is also very effective. I am sure Dr. Ismail has data to show improvement, but in my anecdotal experience our students have greatly benefited by the one-on-one tutoring that Dr. Ismail has provided.

Mr. Jeff Stahlman | College Counselor | New Albany High School & St. Charles Prep Academy

Dr. Ismail is able to deepen the student's understanding of the material and help them grow in confidence and independence. His services and contributions will add a great deal of value to any educational program.

Cathy Falkenberg | College Counselor | Fit for Higher Ed

Ihab’s dedication to his students is unparalleled. In every pedagogical decision he makes, he considers its impact on his students. Engaged, growth oriented, and continually curious, Ihab Ismail has been a true pleasure to work with, and I am honored to write a recommendation on his behalf.

Sara Deveaux | Director of Center in Excellence in Teaching | Loomis Chaffee

The students are always drawn to his gentle nature and witty charm. He supported the base program and was a good role model for his fellow staff members. Dr. Ismail has a great ability to get along with others and can thrive in any situation. He is driven and focused in his duties and shows a great love for work. Ihab is the very picture of grace under pressure. 

Alyssa King | Director of Special Programs | Columbus Academy

Ihab has been instrumental in bringing to fruition a successful after-school research program...providing students with valuable research experience, fun, and engagement.

Andrerw Matlack | Dean of Faculty | Loomis Chaffee

Dr. Ismail thinks hard about pedagogy and differentiated assessment, has big ideas about the importance of evolving biology curriculums, and is willing to experiment with what activities help students to best learn.

Shane MacElhiney | Head of Upper School | The Columbus Academy

Dr. Ismail’s unmatched intellect, ability to connect with students, and thoroughness have all made him an ideal partner for any youth project.

Nicholas Jones | VP of Wellness | Nationwide Children’s Hospital

Dr. Ismail has actively reached out to high schools in need of STEM training and has been able to provide that service to schools that previously had no STEM program.

Joel Davis | Science Teacher | Columbus Academy

Dr. Ismail’s ability to design and implement research-based courses, such as the Guided Research in Molecular Biology, reflects his dedication to high educational standards and innovative teaching

Dr. Adam Alsamadisi | CS and STEM Teacher| The Nightingale-Bamford School

Dr. Ismail incorporates interdisciplinary approaches, integrating biology with math, chemistry, and technology to modernize and enhance student learning.

Dr. Carlos Alvarez | Assoc. Professor | The Children’s Research Institute at Nationwide

While he has developed college, ACT/SAT prep courses and is a very talented math and science teacher, he is most importantly the kind of exceptional person you want your child to be around and learn from. Teaching is Ihab’s calling, which I believe you will find immediately evident and thoroughly genuine.

David Sturtz | Partner & Executive Director | Cooperative Strategies