When New York went on pause in March, schools, restaurants and museums shuttered. New Yorkers like many others in the rest of the world faced an uncertain new reality.
Frejoel Munoz, a senior at Bronx Engineering and Technology Academy, immediately recognized the challenges that his community and family would face – possible food insecurity and mental and physical health concerns.
Frejoel acted quickly to create solutions to these challenges using the entrepreneurial mindset he developed during his four years at BUILD.
Game night is a unique opportunity for the family to silence their devices and appreciate their time together. Whether they’re playing Monopoly or Jenga, Frejoel takes pride in teaching his family how to play these games.
Frejoel has also been distributing meals and water to neighbors who cannot access food. Staying positive during this moment can certainly be difficult but he credits the BUILD community with instilling in him the entrepreneurial mindset he embodies every day.
He will use this mindset as a college freshmen this fall at Purchase College. His advice to fellow BUILD students who are facing challenges,“If you want to accomplish something, never give up, because hard work pays off.” Frejoel also encourages students to treat every opportunity seriously.
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