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Katelyn Steakley Joins Ben Rodgers To Highlight Breaking Education Barriers

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Learn more about breaking barriers to help the community with funding basic school needs with Katelyn Steakley. She joins the show to showcase the Putnam Education Partnership Foundation and what events and programs are available, such as the backpack program, stuff the bus and care closets. As well as how local churches have helped PEP grow.

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19 Jun 9AM English United States Society & Culture · Education

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