Helen Wajda

Helen is an Ed.M. candidate at the Harvard Graduate School of Education studying Education Policy and Analysis. She is particularly interested in the impact of culturally responsive pedagogy and policies, antiracist teacher development programs, and STEM initiatives on educational outcomes. As a passionate educator, she is excited to work with students on improving society through social innovation and entrepreneurship at the PKG Center.

A lifelong New Yorker, Helen graduated with a B.S. in Childhood/Special Education from NYU and holds teaching licenses in both Elementary and Special Education (Grades 1-6). In her free time she enjoys reading, finding new coffee shops, and watching hockey (let’s go Penguins!)