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By JANEL ‘JAYCEE’ MILLER<\/strong><\/p>\n

Camden Prep is breaking barriers with its new Eye to Eye (E.T.E.) program which brings together neurodiverse middle school students and high school mentors sharing similar unique talents and educational experiences. Initiated this year, E.T.E is focused on overcoming obstacles in the classroom and maximizing each child\u2019s individual potential. The program creates a community that goes beyond tolerance to celebrate the unique differences of each student, according to Tonya Ballard, Special Education Coordinator.<\/p>\n

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By JANEL ‘JAYCEE’ MILLER Camden Prep is breaking barriers with its new Eye to Eye (E.T.E.) program which brings together neurodiverse middle school students and high school mentors sharing similar unique talents and educational experiences. Initiated this year, E.T.E is focused on overcoming obstacles in the classroom and maximizing each child\u2019s individual potential. 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