USA (Commonwealth Union)_ At just 13 years old, Suborno ‘Isaac’ Bari is not only studying at New York University (NYU), but also teaching calculus, an extraordinary milestone for a young Bangladeshi-American kid whose academic journey has captivated educators and students alike. Suborno, who made history as the youngest high school graduate in Long Island, New York, is widely regarded as one of the most remarkable prodigies of his generation. Born on April 9, 2012, at New York Presbyterian Queens Hospital to Bangladeshi immigrant parents Rashidul and Shaheda Bari, Suborno displayed signs of advanced intelligence from infancy. By six months, he was speaking in full sentences.
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By the age of two, he had memorized the periodic table and was solving complex scientific and mathematical problems typically reserved for high school students. His academic accomplishments continued to accelerate. Suborno completed high school at Malverne High School in just two years, graduating with a near-perfect GPA of 98 out of 100. While most children his age were still in elementary school, he was taking advanced placement courses, such as AP Calculus BC, and excelling. Remarkably, he was attending high school morning classes while still officially enrolled in the fourth grade. Currently a student of mathematics and physics at NYU on a full scholarship, Suborno is also contributing to the academic community by teaching college-level calculus, a role that has prompted many to ask: Who is Suborno ‘Isaac’ Bari?
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Furthermore, the young prodigy has already authored two books. His first, The Love, published in 2019, promotes interfaith understanding and peace. The book became the subject of controversy when Bari was targeted by extremist groups during a campaign promoting tolerance in New York’s Jackson Heights. Despite the adversity, Bari has continued to speak publicly on social issues, including during an interview at Bronx Community College with Dr. Thomas Isekenegbe in 2018. Additionally, his extraordinary achievements have garnered widespread recognition. In 2020, he was honored with the Global Child Prodigy Award by Indian Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi.
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Earlier, at just four years old, he received a letter of appreciation from then-President Barack Obama for his academic excellence. Harvard University also acknowledged his mathematical problem-solving skills when he was just six. Suborno’s story has reached international audiences through various platforms, including NBC’s Little Big Shots, where he was interviewed by Hollywood actress Melissa McCarthy. He also served as a Visiting Professor of Physics at Mumbai University and gave lectures at SP Pune University in India.
Despite his fame, Suborno remains grounded. His parents describe him as a humble and curious child with a drive to help others. “Even taxi uncles rest more,” he jokes, referring to his father’s daily 120-mile commute to support his education. At home, his mother Shaheda and older brother Refath provide stability and encouragement. With aspirations of earning a Ph.D. by the age of 18 and a desire to become a full-time professor, Suborno’s journey is far from over. For now, the world watches in awe as a 13-year-old reshapes the boundaries of age and education.
