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        <DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt>we recognize the importance of family involvement in a student's educational journey. Hence we have created a grant allowing 10 students who are eager to improve their English by working with local schools on after school activities.</DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt>
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