Prep’s Ebony Club invited freshmen and seniors to celebrate Black History Month with a student-led panel discussion exploring the Divine Nine in Prep’s gymnasium on February 25.
The Divine Nine, formally known as the National Pan-Hellenic Council, is composed of historically African American fraternities and sororities and was founded at a time when African American students were largely excluded from existing fraternities and sororities in the early part of the 20th century.
“Beyond social connection, the Divine Nine organizations were established with a shared commitment to scholarship, civic engagement, and uplifting the Black community,” Ebony Club President Bryce Mays, ’26, said in his introductory remarks. “Members played significant roles in major moments of American history, including the Civil Rights Movement, voter registration efforts, educational advancement, and social justice initiatives. Each organization maintains its own unique mission, history, and traditions, but all are united by a dedication to service, academic excellence, and leadership.”
We are thankful to the members of our Prep community who joined us as panelists to share their experiences.
Mr. Johnnie Brooker III, ’21 is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., having pledged and crossed in Fall 2022 through the Epsilon Tau Chapter at Marquette University.
After completing his studies, Johnnie returned to the East Coast, where he currently works at Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A.—the largest minority—and women-owned law firm in the country. His professional journey reflects his strong commitment to leadership, service, and excellence. Johnnie now prepares to take the next step in his career as he plans to attend law school this fall.
Mr. Stanley Dennis II, ’20 joined the Mu Zeta Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. in Spring 2021 at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. During his time in the undergraduate chapter, he was voted President of the Year, received the Outstanding Leadership Award, and earned the Pillars Award—presented to the most outstanding member among all Greek organizations on campus. He also established the first official National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) on the Rutgers University campus.
He graduated from Rutgers University in 2024 with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a minor in Organizational Leadership. In August 2025, he earned his Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology.
Currently, Stanley serves as the Defensive Line Coach at Saint Peter’s Prep. He is also a Teaching Assistant and Mentorship Program Lead at Dr. Lena Edwards’ Academic Charter School. In addition, he is the founder of an event curation business that has hosted events with over 1,500 attendees.
Mr. Charles Mays Jr., P’25,’26 joined the Gamma Xi Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. in the fall of 1988 at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. During his undergraduate years, he served on the Pan-Hellenic Council and was the Student-Athlete/Greek representative to the University’s Student Activities Board. He also served the fraternity as Dean of Pledgees and Coordinator of Membership Intake.
He earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and, in 2017, completed a Master of Science in Management from Walden University. Mr. Mays is a track coach at Saint Peter’s Prep, where he previously coached from 1998 to 2001. He currently serves as the Director of Environmental Health for the Jersey City Department of Health and Human Services. He resides in Springfield, New Jersey, with his wife, Anna, and their sons, Chas, ’25 and Bryce, ’26
Mr. Keith Cummings, ’10 is a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. by way of the Illustrious Nu Lambda Lambda Chapter (Initiated 2019). He is currently Basileus of the Chapter, Scholarship Chair, Co Fundraising Chair & Co Social Action Chair. Keith is Nu Lambda Lambda Chapter’s 2025-26 Omega Man of the Year; for his extraordinary contributions to his chapter, district, and the international fraternity, as well as to their community. He received the Nu Lambda Lambda Chapter’s 2021-22 Darren K. Willoughby Superior Service Award; for his outstanding contributions to the forward progress and sustainability of the chapter. Keith was also a chartering Officer of the NPHC of Hudson County (chartered 2022), where he served as the Secretary.
Born and raised in Jersey City, NJ, Keith attended Saint Peter’s Prep, where he was a 3 sport student athlete (Football, Track & Field and Bowling). Keith was a proud member of the Ebony Club. He went on to pursue his education at The Citadel, the Military College of South Carolina in Charleston, earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Exercise Science (Class of 2014). Keith was a student athlete, participating in Track & Field. He was a Gold Star recipient (the highest academic honor at The Citadel) and also a Dean’s List student. He was a recipient of The Class of 1973 Scholarship and Class of 2014 recipient of the Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges.
Keith still resides in New Jersey and is a proud father to his daughter, Tatum.
Mr. Byron Anderson, P’23,’28 is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, the first Black fraternity, founded at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY, on December 4, 1906, by seven men whom members honor as the “Jewels.” He crossed the burning sands and became a member in the Spring of 1992 at Florida A&M University alongside 17 line brothers, collectively known as the “Nomarchs of the Nu Umoja.” In the Spring of 2025, he welcomed his son, Bryce Anderson, ’23, into Alpha Phi Alpha when Bryce joined the Beta Chapter at Howard University.
Byron L. Anderson serves as Managing Partner at BDL Partners (BDLP), where he oversees operations and leads client relationships. With more than 25 years of experience in retail design and branded environments, he helps brands connect with shoppers through insight-driven, commercially grounded programs.
Prior to BDLP, Byron held senior leadership roles at CBX Design Agency and Miller Zell, partnering with major retail and consumer brands across North America and internationally. He earned an MBA in International Marketing from the University of Miami and a BS in Graphic Arts Technology (Cum Laude) from Florida A&M University.
Byron resides in Jersey City, New Jersey, with his wife and three sons. He remains active in community initiatives, including supporting the development of the Alpha Community Center in Newark.