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Here are three steps to writing an alternative curriculum: - [Learning differences: Is an alternative curriculum for my student?](https://stemprepacademy.org/learning-differences-is-an-alternative-curriculum-for-my-student/) - Do you have a student who isn’t making measurable progress in the general education setting? Do you feel like you’ve tried everything to support him or her? Do you feel like your state assessment isn’t the most appropriate measure of your student’s skills? Time and time again, I have spoken with teachers who are looking - [Four simple steps that will encourage the development of your personal mindfulness practice](https://stemprepacademy.org/four-simple-steps-that-will-encourage-the-development-of-your-personal-mindfulness-practice/) - The first rays of the morning sun spilled through a row of trees beyond my front yard and fell sharply on the lids of my closed eyes. It was 5:30 AM, and I was meditating. Or, at least, trying. 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