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Potential magazine is celebrating our one
year anniversary! We have an amazing
team of designers, photographers and
writers that work with colleges,
counselors and readers. Our mission is
simple: Find ways to help parents and
teens reach their potential. Like all great
relationships, your interests are our interests—
Here’s to a great second year!
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player, and Sarah, 9th grade cheerleader.
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