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Author Archives: Helen Chen, Jr. Editor

Hello! I’m Helen, a junior editor for the "Young Voices" section of BK Reader! Currently, I'm a high school student with a desire to explore all that the world has to offer. I’m also an educational advocate, community leader, journalist and global citizen. In my free time, I love to read, write, listen to music, or simply help out around the house! I’m a native Brooklynite and New Yorker with a love of the greatest city in the world!

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3 Productivity Tips During Quarantine

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor February 24, 2021

As quarantine continues for many, especially for students who are in remote learning, we may have seen undesirable changes in our daily routine that no doubt hinder our productivity and academic performance. For me, I have found it harder to focus during the short half-hour class time and frequently need to spend more time on […]

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The Importance of Vigilant Recycling

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor February 16, 2021
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The Dangers of Reckless Driving

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor February 12, 2021
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Spotlighting NYC Students’ Quarantine Experiences

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor February 1, 2021
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Opportunity Gaps, Not Achievement Gaps

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor January 5, 2021
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Biden & Harris On School Segregation

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor December 22, 2020
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Dear FGLI Students, Yes You Can!

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor December 21, 2020
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The Tale of Laptops

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor November 20, 2020
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What K-Pop Taught Me About Xenophobia

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor November 16, 2020
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The ‘Right’ Career Path

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor October 31, 2020
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So … School Has Started?

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor October 2, 2020
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HCRecs: 4 Books For 4 Seasons of The Year

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor September 22, 2020
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anatomy of bananas

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor September 22, 2020
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Brooklyn Girls Share Their Dreams

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor September 10, 2020
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Teens Talk College: An Uncertain Path Forward

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor September 10, 2020
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Young Voices Amplified During the Pandemic

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor August 11, 2020
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A Letter to Ms. Lovewood

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor July 23, 2020
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My Thoughts on Anti-Asian Xenophobia

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor July 16, 2020
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Why Your Vote Matters

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor July 16, 2020
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Project Inspire: Every Kid Deserves An Opportunity

by Helen Chen, Jr. Editor July 7, 2020

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