Winner will appear in Reader's Digest, tour The Planetary Society with Bill Nye, and win $20,000!

LJ Berns

I have struggled to learn due to dyslexia. I love to learn, help others and I am always trying to do better! The best question to ask is why

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Why They Love Being a Student

Lj loves learning especially when he learns something new of interest. He will research it as much as possible to learn everything he can and then apply it to the things he does everyday. He currently is trying to teach himself to code.

Favorite Subject & Why

Lj loves math and science. He is always trying to problem solve and complete experiments. He enjoys solving for the problem.

How $20,000 Would Support Their Goals

Lj is attending a school for dyslexia and adhd. He has struggled to keep up and applied himself even when frustrated. Lj will get to learn and apply himself to topics he loves such as robotics and science.

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